Preceptor, Emergency Medical Technology

Cuyahoga Community College; Westlake (OH); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College seeks a qualified professional to oversee its EMT program's clinical content and activities. The role covers coordination across First Responder, EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, EMT-Paramedic, BLS, ACLS and PALS, plus refresher courses.

The incumbent will schedule student clinical rotations, advise on documentation, and help develop clinical sites and program policies. Strong EMS knowledge and teaching adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years EMT experience in an EMT environment.
• Current State of Ohio EMS Instructor certification.
• Current BLS and ACLS Instructor certifications within six months of hire.
• Demonstrated decision-making affecting a work unit.
• Proven problem-solving in adaptive situations.
• Current Ohio Paramedic Certification.
• Background check and immunization proof required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical content and activities of the EMT Program.
• Schedule EMT student clinical rotations.
• Advise students on documentation techniques and provide feedback.
• Develop clinical sites and policies for the EMT program.
• Maintain accreditation-related records and reports.
• Administer EMT competency testing.
• Support instructors and labs with demonstrations and scenarios.
• Respond to student needs professionally and accurately.

Skills

organizational skills

time-management

communication skills

interpersonal skills

EMS theory knowledge

project management

Blackboard proficiency

Banner proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Ohio EMS Instructor certification

BLS Instructor certification

ACLS Instructor certification

Ohio Paramedic Certification

Tools

Blackboard

Banner

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Employment Type: Administration and Professionals

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: This position requires days, nights, and weekends. The position requires 7.5 hours a day flexible for five days a week.

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Provides oversight of clinical course content andactivities of the Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) Program, in such areas asFirst Responder, EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, EMT-Paramedic, BLS, ACLS, PALSand refresher courses as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides oversight of clinical course content and activities of the Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) Program, in such areas as
• First Responder, EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, EMT-Paramedic, BLS, ACLS, PALS and refresher courses as necessary
• Schedules EMT student clinical rotations
• Advises and counsels students on proper documentation techniques and provides feedback to students
• Periodically meets with clinical site manager to update changes
• Helps to develop clinical sites for the students
• Assists in the development of policies related to the EMT program
• Reinforces the instruction provided by faculty by utilizing a variety of learning modalities in the labs including the HPS with
• computerized scenarios, manikins and models, equipment and supplies for demonstration and return demonstration
• Establishes an effective record-keeping system to ensure program and students meet and maintain accreditation standards
• Assists with student instruction in EMT skills lab as needed
• Administers competency testing to EMT students
• Anticipates and meets all customer needs accurately, professionally, and with a commitment to customer satisfaction
• Maintains required BCI and up to date immunizations
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Minimum of seven (7) years of EMT experience in an EMT environment
• Current State of Ohio EMS Instructor certification
• Current BLS and ACLS Instructor certification within six months of hiring
• Demonstrated experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team
• Demonstrated effectiveness in a role requiring dynamic and abstract problem solving methods in adaptive situations
• Current Ohio Paramedic Certification
• Must successfully complete a Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) Background Check to include fingerprinting,
• social security number trace, county record search, state search, and a check of Federal Bureau of Investigation records
• Must provide proof of required immunizations as specified at: http://www.tri-c.edu/programs/health-careers

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
• Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to promote student success
• Ability to effectively complete work assignments independently
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of EMS theories, concepts and practices with the ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations as it pertains to the departmental focus
• Demonstrated basic project management skills
• Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Blackboard (or equivalent program)
• Demonstrated basic proficiency with Banner (or equivalent program)
• Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity
• Ability to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas on significant projects
• Ability to collaborate, negotiate and resolve conflicts on major projects
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work flow and quality
• Ability to effectively respond to requests from multiple levels of the College in various departments
• Ability to research and analyze issues and develop solutions
• Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Minimum of three years teaching experience in an EMT environment
• Minimum of one year of clinical coordination experience
• PALS instructor certification

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Service Focus
• Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Communication

IMPORTANTCOMPETENCIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS (The demands described here are representative of those that must be metby an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of thisjob. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.)

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with
• hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.;
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Target Starting Salary Range: $68,250.00 to $71,750.00

The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).

Special Note:

If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure .

Special Instructions to Applicants:

During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.