Instructional Assistant – Paramedic

CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY CLG

Bend (OR)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 30,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Central Oregon Community College is seeking a part-time per diem Instructional Assistant to support the paramedic course lab. The role involves assisting with instruction and evaluation of student performance under the direction of the course director and lead instructors.

Staff collaboration with the EMS program director and other COCC personnel is essential. The ideal candidate will have paramedicine knowledge, teaching ability, and strong English communication skills, with the capacity to

Qualifications

Thorough knowledge in paramedicine and out-of-hospital emergency care.
Ability to teach and instruct diverse audiences and manage group dynamics.
Vision and communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

Assist with instruction in the paramedic lab under supervision of the course director or lead instructor.
Cooperate with EMS program director and COCC staff in all lab activities.
Assist in education and evaluation of student performance in the lab experiences.

Skills

Paramedicine knowledge

Teaching ability

English communication

Multimedia equipment use

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

AAS -Paramedicine degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field

Tools

Audio-visual equipment

Computers

Job description

Instructional Assistants will assist the paramedic course director in the education and evaluation of student performance in the lab experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with instruction in the paramedic course lab under the direction of the paramedic course director, paramedic lead instructor or designated faculty member.
Cooperate with other College personnel including the EMS program director in all aspects of the paramedic lab environment.

Department Specific

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

Thorough knowledge in the field of paramedicine within the field of out-of-hospital emergency medicine.
Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
Familiarity with and ability to operate or oversee the operation of audio-visual equipment, including overhead projectors, film, sound systems, video, television, interactive video and audio equipment including computer-controlled mixed media presentations.
Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers and other written materials.
Ability to verbally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services. Familiarity with and ability to remain in communication with the Program Director, Paramedic Lead Instructor and other program staff and faculty on a regular basis.
Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
Ability to work with Paramedicine Program Director, faculty, Department Chair, Instructional Dean and other COCC staff at all levels.
Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.

Ergonomic Requirements

Work hours are determined by the supervisor and vary based on business needs and locations. Position assignments may be assigned an alternate schedule to service the campus needs. Work will primarily be performed inside classroom/lab settings with occasional outdoor activities. Extended standing required. Lifting of objects under 50 lbs. frequently needed with objects weighing over 100 lbs. at times. Must be able to climb, kneel, stoop, crawl, and crouch. Individuals must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education:

AAS -Paramedicine degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning that includes course work equivalent to the uniform associate of applied science degree in Paramedicine as approved by the Oregon State Board of Education and offered by Oregon’s community colleges.

Experience:

Two years of paramedic pre-hospital emergency and non-emergency care experience.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

Current Oregon Paramedic License (license must be maintained during entire employment)
Current provider level certification in AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider or AHA ACLS (certification must be maintained during entire employment)

Necessary Special Qualifications:

For positions outside the Bend campus location, training at other campus locations may be required.

Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field

Experience:

Teaching experience in a community college setting

Certifications:

Current ACLS Instructor certificate from the American Heart Association
Current PHTLS Instructor certificate from the National Association of EMT’s
Current provider level certification in NAEMT PHTLS with instructor level certification.
Current provider level certification in AHS PALS or AHA PEARS desired with instructor level certification.
Current provider level certification in AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider or AHA ACLS . Instructor level certification in either preferred.
Oregon DPSST Fire Instructor or equivalent.

EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* What is your highest level of education?
- No High School Diploma or GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Professional Certification or License (not a degree)
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree in Progress
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree In Progress
- Masters Degree
- Ph.D. in Progress
- Ph.D.
- J.D.
- M.D.
- Other Doctorate Level Degree
* We recognize the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable box(es) below and explain in the next question why your education/experience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.
- I meet all minimum requirements (education and experience) listed for this position.
- I do not meet the minimum education degree requirement(s).
- My degree is not in the required stated area(s).
- I have less than the minimum years' experience in the area(s) required.
* As a follow up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put N/A. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.
(Open Ended Question)
In support of COCC’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus: Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent (read and write)
(Open Ended Question)
* COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position?
- Yes
- No
* Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans' preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and 215 (215 if applicable) or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document(s) in the next step of this application process.
- Yes, I am a veteran
- No, I am not a veteran
If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.
(Open Ended Question)
* The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered, applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States, be able to arrive in the country, and maintain work eligibility without the College’s sponsorship or support. Are you currently, or will you be, authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College’s sponsorship or support by the position’s start date?
- Yes, I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College’s sponsorship or support by the position’s start date.
- No.
* Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC’s criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College.
- Yes, I will provide my consent when requested
- No, I will not provide my consent when requested