Master Instructor - EMS (10 months) (Non-Continuing Contract Eligible Position)

Job Description
Working at IRSC has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, IRSC offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Flexible Spending
• Paid sick time off and additional days off for major Holidays and Spring Break closures
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) participation
• Voluntary participation in 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's in Emergency Medical Services or related field from an accredited institution;
• State of Florida Paramedic certification;
• Possess AHA CPR, ACLS & PALS certifications at the provider level;
• Current knowledge, technical skills and experience in the field of pre-hospital emergency care;
• NAEMT & American Heart Association instructor preferred;
• Thorough knowledge of current national curriculum, national accreditation, national registration and requirements for state certification of licensure for EMT and Paramedic;
• Minimum of four (4) years of teaching at the postsecondary level;
• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time work experiences in emergency medical services/prehospital care;
• Current knowledge of, and skills in, methods of instruction, testing and evaluation of students;
• Effective verbal and written communication;
• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office software and internet-based instructional platforms.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential job functions and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching including presenting lecture materials, using multiple teaching methodologies, demonstrating psychomotor skills and instructional innovation.
• Effectively using instructional technology to supplement instructions.
• Coordinating, directing, and ensuring equitable clinical educational experiences and integrating academic and clinical experiences in the 4-county service district of IRSC;
• Demonstrating safe patient management, professional behavior and sound judgment;
• Evaluating students in the classroom, lab and clinical settings including evaluation of affective skills;
• Demonstrating knowledge regarding curriculum design, program planning, and accreditation;
• Continuous updating of knowledge and technical expertise in the field of emergency medicine as well as proficiency in instruction;
• Participating in continuous program improvement through the college's planning and assessment process;
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration projects/initiatives;
• Serving the community;
• Serving effectively on college committees.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The specific duties responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Instructing courses including lecture, laboratory, and clinical rotations to meet the overall course objectives and program goals of the EMT and Paramedic curricula;
• This may include instructing at any of the five IRSC campuses;
• Overseeing the preparation, assignment, and supervision of students while on clinical rotations to include: hospital, mental health, EMS providers, and health department;
• Serving as a liaison between Indian River State College and the affiliating clinical sites;
• Evaluating student progress using multiple methodologies and maintaining accurate student records;
• Supporting student success through counseling, advising, and assisting individual students;
• Participating in Department, Division, and general faculty meetings, applicable College committee activities, and other forms of College service;
• Participating in recruitment, retention, completion, and placement activities;
• Serving on the EMS Advisory Committee;
• Participating actively in professional activities such as, but not limited to, curriculum planning, accreditation process, syllabus writing, examination development, textbook selection, program evaluation/revision, grant writing, budget input, and other professional planning activities as needed;
• Maintaining equipment and supplies on all five campuses for EMT and Paramedic programs;
• Participating in recruitment, orientation, and mentoring of adjunct faculty;
• Coordinating offerings for BLS, ACLS, PALS and other specialty certifications as needed;
• Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires frequent lifting of equipment - may include above the head; ability to lift and carry 100 lbs; frequent standing for long periods of time; physical abilities to carry out duties as an EMS professional including: having a concept of time and being able to record seconds, minutes, and hours from a watch or clock; reading, writing, conversing, and comprehending in fluent English; listening to an individual speak through a radio and be able to respond in an audible and intelligible manner; listening through a stethoscope for breath sounds and blood pressure readings; walking and working in small spaces, various weather conditions, and various physical environments; having the tactile and visual ability sufficient for physical assessment; manipulating and handling equipment such as a stretcher from floor to a height of 80 inches. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.
Classification
Instructional
Supervisory
No
FLSA Exempt
Yes
Employment Type
Regular
Compensation and Application Deadline
The salary for this position is $61,760/year | Open Until Filled