Emergency Medical Services Program Director/Faculty
Richland Community College
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Posted on Jan 12, 2025
Emergency Medical Services Program Director/Faculty
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please provide a copy of valid Illinois Paramedic license.
Salary commensurate with education and experience, per the collective bargaining agreement.
This position is eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, as well as a variety of additional benefits. Health, Dental and Vision insurance will begin the first of the month following the hire date.
Salary commensurate with education and experience, per the collective bargaining agreement.
This position is eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, as well as a variety of additional benefits. Health, Dental and Vision insurance will begin the first of the month following the hire date.
Position Details
Position Information
| Position Title | Emergency Medical Services Program Director/Faculty |
|---|---|
| Job Category | Full-Time Faculty |
| Division | Health Professions |
| Department | Main Campus |
| Job Description | The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program director/faculty member plans, prepares, implements, teaches, and evaluates classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction, and serves as academic advisor/coach for students. The person in this position participates in program development and evaluation and participates on College committees and activities as needed. Additionally, the EMS Program Director/Faculty member provides support and leadership for the EMS program and serves as liaison to Dean of Allied Health Professions and Nursing. |
| Required Qualifications | MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS A bachelor’s degree in education or health-related discipline is required. A master’s degree is preferred. Valid Illinois Paramedic and EMS Lead Instructor licenses. A minimum of two years’ experience providing emergency medical services and two years’ experience teaching emergency medical services courses. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledgeable of methods of instruction, testing, and evaluation of students. Have field experience in the delivery of out-of-hospital emergency care. Academic preparation related to emergency medical services at least equivalent to that of a paramedic. Knowledgeable of current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards and evidenced-informed clinical practice. |
| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Physical Demands | EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK Typical work hours are Monday through Friday with work times varying depending on teaching schedule, program direction duties, and College activities. There may be irregular hours periodically including evening hours for advisory meetings. Summer hours may vary. TRAVEL Travel to clinical sites for instruction and area high schools and local events for program recruitment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
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| Salary | Salary range: $44,738-$95,241 per year |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | F084P |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Job Open Date | 01/10/2025 |
| Job Close Date | 01/24/2025 |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please provide a copy of valid Illinois Paramedic license. Salary commensurate with education and experience, per the collective bargaining agreement. This position is eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, as well as a variety of additional benefits. Health, Dental and Vision insurance will begin the first of the month following the hire date. |
| Advertising Summary | Richland Community College is seeking candidates for the Emergency Medical Services Program Director/Faculty. The successful candidate will be responsible to plan, prepare, implement, teach, and evaluate classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction, and serve as academic advisor/coach for students. Additionally, the candidate in this position will participate in program development and evaluation, participate on College committees and activities as needed, provide support and leadership for the emergency medical services (EMS) program, and serve as liaison to Dean, Allied Health Professions and Nursing. |
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