EMS Paramedic Workforce Trainer, (Part Time)

Texas State Technical College; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College in Abilene is seeking a temporary part-time EMS Instructor responsible for teaching students emergency medical procedures and evaluating their performance. The ideal candidate will have a Paramedic certification from the Texas Department of State Health Services and at least two years of experience in emergency response.

The position involves curriculum development, delivering instruction, and maintaining lab sessions. The college promotes an equal opportunity workplace and requires background checks for candidates.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Paramedic on an emergency response ambulance.
• Knowledge of EMS practices, laboratory safety, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to train and direct students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction on emergency procedures.
• Evaluate students through skills practice using EMS equipment.
• Prepare EMS lab sessions with appropriate materials.

Skills

Emergency response skills

Teaching and testing skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Paramedic certification from the Texas Department of State Health Services

AAS degree

Job description

Job Description

Position: EMS Instructor (temporary part‑time under Texas State Technical College Corporate College)

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate TSTC core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and community members.
• Develop curriculum for a variety of educational projects including continuing education, apprenticeships, contract and industrial training, special training projects, and international programs.
• Deliver instruction for these projects.
• Complete documentation, including grades and other records, as required by the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Medium work – able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, or constantly, and move objects. Must lift and carry up to 50lb. and perform duties at various medical stations.

Training Responsibilities

• Train and direct students on emergency procedures such as suctioning, oxygen therapy, airway management, traction, splinting, bandaging.
• Demonstrate CPR instruction for infants and adults, spinal immobilization, vital signs, patient assessment.
• Direct students in medication and device administration, including epinephrine pens, sublingual/intramuscular injections, subcutaneous injections, endotracheal, cardioversion, code management, and defibrillation.
• Teach ECG recognition, intubation, intraosseous infusion, intravenous catheter insertion, external cardiac pacing, pneumatic anti‑shock trousers, and AED use.
• Provide instruction on hazardous materials, communications, ambulance operations, and multi‑casualty incidents.
• Maintain and update course content and teaching methodology.
• Evaluate students through skills practice using EMS equipment and simulation manikins.
• Prepare EMS lab sessions with appropriate materials and equipment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Paramedic on an emergency response ambulance.
• Paramedic certification from the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• Knowledge of EMS practices, laboratory safety, emergency procedures, pre‑hospital practices, and proper assessment techniques.
• Skill to demonstrate use and maintenance of equipment safely and correctly.
• Teaching and testing skills; ability to deliver instructional presentations; ability to prepare EMS lab.
• Ability to train and direct students.
• Knowledge of basic and advanced life support skills.
• Communication, teaching, critical thinking, problem solving, adaptability, empathy, patience, resilience, continuous learning, ethical and professional conduct.

Preferred Certifications

• AAS degree.
• EMS Instructor Certification.
• Instructor certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS.
• NREMT Paramedic.
• Clinical Coordinator experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE (TSTC) is an equal‑opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

All selected candidates are required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form within three days of employment. Failure to present acceptable and original documents will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.