EMT Educator

RWJBarnabas Health

Franklin Township (NJ)

On-site

USD 76,202 - 93,136

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical & Prescription Drug Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Franklin Township seeks a full-time EMT Educator to conduct EMT courses and ensure compliance with regulations. The role involves maintaining a positive classroom environment, using simulation technology for teaching, and completing necessary course paperwork. Candidates must have a high school diploma, EMT instructor certification, and 3 years of EMT experience. Benefits include paid time off, medical insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

NJDOH OEMS EMT Instructor Certification/License required.
NAEMSE Level 1 certification required.
3 years of experience as an EMT required.

Responsibilities

Conduct EMT courses that meet regulations.
Maintain a professional classroom environment.
Utilize simulation for teaching scenarios.
Complete course paperwork and maintain training equipment.

Skills

EMT experience

Teaching

Classroom management

Simulation technology

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

EMT Educator – 379 Campus Drive, Somerset, NJ 08873

Department: Training Center
Position: Full‑time, Day shift
Pay: $84,669.73 per year
Req #: 0000239871

Job Overview

The EMT Educator’s primary responsibility is supporting, coordinating, and conducting Emergency Medical Technician initial, renewal and continuing education courses that meet N.J.A.C. 8:40A regulations. The educator will support classes held at any of the RWJBarnabas Campuses or RWJBarnabas‑sponsored offsite locations (Jersey City, Newark, Roselle, Somerset, East Brunswick, Lakewood). The EMT educator will provide oversight to ensure the program content and instructional program complies with the standards and guidelines set forth in the curriculum, maintain student records, evaluations, and program examination results, and may assist with AHA programs, nursing competencies, mock codes, high school health programs, school mock codes, hands‑only CPR events, health fairs, EMR courses and other community events.

Key Responsibilities

Provide oversight to assure that the program content and instructional program complies with the standards and guidelines set forth in the program curriculum.
Maintain a positive, professional, and inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learning styles and encourages student engagement, participation, and success.
Implement and enforce classroom policies, procedures, and safety guidelines in accordance with organizational standards and state regulatory requirements.
Manage student behavior proactively by addressing disruptions, fostering mutual respect, and ensuring a focused, respectful learning atmosphere.
Utilize simulation‑based education to replicate real‑world EMS scenarios, integrating manikins, task trainers, and other simulation technology to enhance psychomotor and critical thinking skills.
Design, set up, and facilitate simulation scenarios that reflect current EMS practice and encourage realistic clinical decision‑making under stress.
Conduct effective scenario debriefings that promote reflective learning, constructive feedback, and improvement in clinical judgment and teamwork.
Monitor and ensure the proper use, care, and maintenance of simulation equipment, manikins, and classroom technology to ensure readiness and longevity.
Adjust teaching and simulation delivery methods to accommodate varying class sizes, student skill levels, and evolving educational best practices.
Maintain a positive affective presence while conducting educational programs to outside customers, employees, and co‑workers.
Conduct all programs to the accrediting agency’s standards.
Complete course paperwork at the conclusion of class and submit rosters electronically prior to the end of the workday.
Maintain all training equipment and complete any daily reports or department checklist as outlined by the Director.
Assist at AHA programs, nursing competencies, mock codes, high school health programs, school mock codes, hands‑only CPR events, health fairs, and/or other community or system events.