EMS Instructor I (Vacancy)

Definition

This position will report to the Fire Training Academy at 3639 Parsons Ave. Columbus, OH 43207.

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing all phases of entry-level, refresher, paramedic, and continuing medical training for the Division of Fire; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Assists in preparing and conducting training classes to instruct enrollees in the proper techniques and procedures to be used when rendering emergency medical care;

Conducts in-service training sessions for enrollees involved with rendering emergency medical care;

Participates in classroom training and demonstration of various methods, techniques, and practices followed when rendering emergency medical care;

Provides one-on-one tutoring, mentoring, and coaching for students;

Prepares lesson plans, instructional plans, individual progress reports, grade sheets, and other related records;

Rides along on emergency runs to observe trainees or current paramedic staff rendering emergency medical care treatment; aids and assists trainees or current staff as warranted;

Operates a variety of audio-visual aids and equipment for training purposes;

Conducts EMS skill labs;

Stays current in any curriculum changes in Paramedic, EMT, or any other pre-hospital personnel educational issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid State of Ohio EMS Instructor Certificate. (Substitution: Possession of a valid Continuing Education Instructor or EMS Assistant Instructor certificate issued by the State of Ohio Emergency Medical Services.)

Possession of a valid State of Ohio certification/licensure as a Paramedic, Registered Nurse, or Physician Assistant. (Substitution: Possession of a National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians – Paramedic Certification may be substituted for the State of Ohio Paramedic Certificate.)

Upon completion of the probationary period, appointees must possess the following: Valid State of Ohio EMS Instructor Certificate AND valid State of Ohio certification/licensure as a Paramedic, Registered Nurse, or Physician Assistant; valid American Heart Association (or nationally accredited equivalent) Instructor Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-1626-V1

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Ashley Kell

Department of Public Safety

Division of Fire

3675 Parsons Ave

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-0832

E: ankell@columbus.gov 

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City’s Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City’s human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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