Paramedic Lab Assistant

SCOPE OF WORK: Oversees daily functioning of instructional labs. In collaboration with faculty, develops and prepares instructional materials and lesson plans. Provides guidance, advise, and tutoring to students in the application of practical skills, safe and proper use of equipment and tools; degree goals and career options; etc. Documents student activities. Ensures facility has required resources and materials for class/lab exercises. Set up and break down equipment. To assist primary instructor with psychomotor instruction based on National Registry guidelines of instructor/student ratio. This position shall report to the Department Chair for Fire Science Technologies. This position works on campus 25 hours per week and includes all day Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Under the direction of the instructor, assists with the instruction of courses and/or labs within the Emergency Medical Services program.

Works with the instructor to ensure that instructor that course goals and objectives are met, and that student’s learning needs are addressed;

Oversees students engaged in learning activities and provides feedback to the instructor regarding student progress and accomplishments;

Assists with set-up of workstations, equipment, and classrooms;

Maintains safety and general order in the classroom, lab, and storage areas;

Complies with all system, college, state and federal rules and regulations;

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate degree from a recognized college or technical institute with a major study in fire technology or medical-related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of field experience working in either a fire department or hospital or ambulance service. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Licenses/certifications: Current nationally registered Paramedic.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Considerable knowledge of the procedures and practices associated with the emergency medical service. Considerable knowledge of the use of all tools and equipment in the application of techniques used in patient care. Ability to follow standard laboratory and clinical methods and procedures. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to maintain student documentation. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college’s appointing authority.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check.