EMS Skills Evaluator

Tacoma Community College; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 28,924 - 41,195; Part time

Job summary

Tacoma Community College is seeking a part-time EMS Lab Support Technician to assist students in EMS programs with laboratory skill stations and skill competency demonstrations as required by the Washington Department of Health and accreditation standards.

The role reports to the EMS Program Director and includes setting up and breaking down labs, maintaining equipment, supporting instruction, guiding simulations, and providing real-time feedback on student performance.

Qualifications

• WA State or NREMT certification in EMS
• High school graduation or equivalent
• Successfully complete a criminal background check

Responsibilities

• Set up and breakdown lab skill stations
• Assist with keeping track of and maintaining lab equipment
• Assist program faculty with student skill competency demonstration, assists faculty during instruction, and assists faculty with evaluation of student skill performance
• Performs reality-based scenarios for EMS students through simulation and patient care scenarios similar to what students will encounter in their careers as EMS providers
• Provide critical, real-time feedback to students and EMS Program Evaluators regarding their State/national‑mandated skills performance
• May tutor or mentor students to develop competencies and enhance skill performance
• Assist students as they develop in competencies in WA DOH health and accreditation‑required skills
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by program faculty

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Highlights

This recruitment is for an hourly position responsible for assisting students in EMS programs with the performance of laboratory skill stations and demonstration of skill competency as required by the Washington Department of Health, accreditation, and the National Registry of EMT's. Reports to EMS Program Director.

Essential Functions

• Set up and breakdown lab skill stations.
• Assist with keeping track of and maintaining lab equipment.
• Assist program faculty with student skill competency demonstration, assists faculty during instruction, and assists faculty with evaluation of student skill performance.
• Performs reality-based scenarios for EMS students through simulation and patient care scenarios similar to what students will encounter in their careers as EMS providers.
• Provide critical, real-time feedback to students and EMS Program Evaluators regarding their State/national‑mandated skills performance.
• May tutor or mentor students to develop competencies and enhance skill performance.
• Assist students as they develop in competencies in WA DOH health and accreditation‑required skills.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by program faculty.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• WA State or NREMT certification in EMS*
• High school graduation or equivalent
• Successfully complete a criminal background check

*Note - EMT‑certified applicants can only work in the EMT program unless specifically authorized to work in the paramedic program by the Program Director. Paramedic‑certified applicants may work in both the EMT and paramedic program.

Conditions of Employment

• The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment, but will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis by HR staff.
• Tacoma Community College has no responsibility or obligation to sponsor an H‑1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Desired Qualities

• Excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction.
• An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
• Ethics, integrity and sound professional judgment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Professional and courteous interactions with students, faculty, and staff customer satisfaction and the ability to problem solve.
• Excellent customer service, oral, written and critical thinking skills.
• Enthusiasm, self‑direction, and ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to follow directions and meet the needs of the department.

Terms of Employment and Benefits

This part‑time hourly position is bound by the WAC 357‑04‑045 provisions. Work hours will vary to meet the needs of the department. The pay rate is $25.45 per hour. TCC part‑time hourly and student employees, including work‑study students, will accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked. Hourly non‑student employees may be applicable for a comprehensive health care benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long‑term disability insurance plans and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, visit the employment benefits page at https://www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment/.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies: Patricia McCray‑Roberts, Title VII and Title IX, 253‑566‑5051; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253‑566‑5157.

Contact Information

Tacoma Community College
Human Resources
6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466
https://www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment