PT Lab Assistant

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Vision plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Job summary

The Lab Technician position at Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana supports the EMT and Paramedic Science programs by preparing labs, setting up equipment, and assisting students during skills practice under faculty supervision. Two tracks exist: EMT Lab Technician and Paramedic Lab Technician, each with track-specific qualifications.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, conducting skill check-offs, maintaining lab spaces, documenting student performance, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Holds an Indiana EMT Certification (EMT track) or Indiana Paramedic License (Paramedic track).
• Preferred AHA BLS Instructor certification.
• Experience with EMS skill development or teaching is a plus.
• Must adhere to safety, FERPA, and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty during laboratory sessions, supporting instruction and supervised student practice.
• Conduct skills check-offs according to program rubrics and standards.
• Prepare, set up, maintain, and tear down lab equipment, supplies, manikins, and simulation materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked lab; report equipment issues or supply needs.
• Document student participation and skills assessment results.
• Ensure adherence to lab safety, infection control, and emergency procedures.
• Interact professionally with students, faculty, and staff per Ivy Tech policies.

Skills

Lab supervision

Safety compliance

Student support

Documentation

Communication

Education

Indiana EMT Certification

Indiana Paramedic License

AHA BLS Instructor certification

Tools

Lab equipment

Simulation materials

Job description

The Lab Technician supports the EMT and Paramedic Science programs by preparing laboratory spaces, setting up equipment, assisting students during skills practice, and conducting skills check-offs under faculty supervision. Lab Technicians help create a safe, organized, and student-centered environment that enhances hands-on learning and skill mastery.

Location: South Bend-Elkhart Department:Paramedic Sciences Program Employement Type:Part-Time Compensation : $20/hour

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

The Lab Technician supports the EMT and Paramedic Science programs by preparing laboratory spaces, setting up equipment, assisting students during skills practice, and conducting skills check-offs under faculty supervision. Lab Technicians help create a safe, organized, and student-centered environment that enhances hands-on learning and skill mastery. Applicants may be hired into one of two tracks, depending on credentials and program need: EMT Lab Technician (EMT required) Paramedic Lab Technician (Paramedic required)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (Both Tracks)

• Assist faculty during laboratory sessions by supporting instruction, demonstrating skills as directed, and facilitating supervised student practice.
• Conduct skills check-offs according to established program rubrics and standards.
• Prepare, set up, maintain, and tear down laboratory equipment, supplies, manikins, and simulation materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked lab environment; report equipment issues or supply needs.
• Accurately document student participation and skills assessment results.
• Ensure adherence to all lab safety, infection control, and emergency procedures.
• Interact professionally and collegially with students, faculty, and staff in accordance with Ivy Tech policies and expectations.
• Support an inclusive, positive, and student-centered learning environment.
• Perform other responsibilities logically associated with this position as assigned.

Track‑Specific Qualifications

EMT Lab Technician Track

• Minimum Qualifications: Holds an Indiana EMT Certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: Indiana AEMT or Paramedic certification.
• AHA BLS Instructor certification.
• Experience precepting or assisting with EMS skill development (preferred, not required).

Paramedic Lab Technician Track

• Minimum Qualifications: Holds an Indiana Paramedic License.
• Preferred Qualifications: Associate degree or higher in Paramedic Science or related field.
• Indiana Department of Homeland Security Primary Instructor certification.
• AHA Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS.
• NAEMT Instructor certifications in PHTLS and/or AMLS.
• Experience assisting with EMS or Paramedic skills education (preferred, not required).
• Must possess working knowledge of EMS equipment, procedures, and technologies appropriate to the level of certification.
• All activities must be conducted with professionalism, respect for diversity, adherence to FERPA, and compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life‑changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full‑fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures.

To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in its classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace