Educator, Life Support Training Center

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
Provides instruction in basic and advanced Life Support courses
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Performs duties of a Basic Life Support Training Center Faculty (60%) Conducts American Heart Association courses and serves as a content expert in Basic Life Support (BLS), HeartSaver (HS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS). Maintains compliance with AHA guidelines, coordinates instructors, provides customer service and maintains the program in accordance with the Program Administration Manual (PAM). Participates in community training and programs for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. Maintains and troubleshoots equipment required for course delivery. Ensures that all training materials and equipment are up-to-date and readily available for instructors and participants. Maintains accurate records of course scheduling, attendance, and completion certificates. Provides timely order requests prior to depletion of inventory and allow for standard shipping.
Fulfills Instructor Role for Advanced Level American Heart Association Courses (30%) Provides consistent, organized and timely delivery of objectives, course content, and assessment of course participant checklists. Conducts regular audits and evaluations of Training Center operations to identify areas for improvement. Address any issues related to course quality and provide corrective action as needed. Maintain accurate records of course statistics, certifications, and participant feedback. Address inquiries, concerns, and requests promptly and professionally. Participate in debriefing communication organized by institution policies to enhance the understanding of treatment algorithms and improve knowledge in the clinical setting.
Fulfills instructor role for Non-AHA Advanced Level Courses (10%) Maintains instructor status for Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), Pediatric Fundamentals of Critical Care Support (PFCCS), Adult Fundamental Critical Care Support (AFCCS) and in Basic Trauma Life Support (ITLS), and other courses as assigned. Provides lectures and skills session for these courses. Recruit, train, and maintain a pool of qualified instructors for all courses. Foster a positive and welcoming environment within the Training Center.
Other duties as assigned
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, respiratory therapy or paramedic program.
Experience
Required: Five years clinical experience in licensed field.
Preferred: Three years lecturing/teaching the following: American Heart Association, Society of Critical Care Medicine and International Trauma Life Support courses. Prior experience as a mentor, clinical educator or trainer.
Certification/Licensure
Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification and one of the following:
Current State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN)
Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Paramedic (EMT-P) in the State of Texas Licensed Paramedic (LP) in the State of Texas.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 164620
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening, Days, Weekends
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 65,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 81,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 97,000
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
• Science Jobs: No