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Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

EMS Instructor (Advanced) - DIEM

JOB CODE:36303

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)Plans, coordinates, and presents programs to meet the assessed learning needs of healthcare providers, patients, and community as applicable. Serves as a team member and evaluates the results of courses including ACLS, PALS, PHTLS Advanced, telecommunications, GEMS Advanced, PEPP Advanced, or any other advanced level course or program offered by Capital Health. Supports the creation of a learning environment by demonstrating effective teaching skills.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Associates preferred). MICP or RN required (MICN preferred).

Experience: Minimum 3 years active clinical provider experience and 1 year active advanced level instruction.

Other Credentials: AHA ACLS Instructor,AHA BLS Instructor,AHA PALS,AHA PALS Instructor,ICS-100,ICS-200,NIMS,NIMS-700

Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in advanced clinical skills and instruction. Intermediate level computer skills. Comfortable with the use and set-up of various types of presentation and audio visual equipment and software. Working knowledge of patient simulators and skill trainer manikins. Demonstrates proficiency in clinical and didactic instructional skills.

Special Training: National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE) Instructor class - Level 1, NJ EMT Instructor credentials preferred but required to be obtained within 2 years of employment. NAEMT instructor credentials preferred but required to be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Excellent communication and customer service skills. Must be comfortable making presentations to large groups of people as well as skilled at facilitating small group discussions.

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSConducts advanced level training courses for emergency and non emergency medical personnel and lay public. Provides educational opportunities at times and locations as needed.Maintains attendance records of all assigned programs.Maintains instructorships by recognized national or state agencies.Participates in discussions and studies to identify educational needs. Provides ample availability and teaches throughout the year while adhering to prescribed course minimums.Integrates information regarding evidence based practice and Capital Health standards in educational activities. Identifies learning needs that are consistent with strategic initiatives. Considers results of course evaluations in modifying or maintaining teaching methodology.Uses effective communication to promote a positive learning environment. Utilizes a variety of instructional methods and strategies. Participates in developing, updating, and maintaining educational materials. Applies principles of adult learning theory to facilitate learning. Uses appropriate equipment, media, and resources as required.Performs other duties as assigned and possesses a willingness to adapt to changing department needs.Maintains active clinical provider experience and actively seeks to improve instructional skills and knowledge.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Occasional physical demands include: Taste or Smell

Continuous physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 125 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 50 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Moderate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Extreme Temperatures , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter
 

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical.  Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

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