Job Title Assistant, Lab, Emergency Medical Science (EMS), Curriculum Job Description

The Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Lab Assistant works within the Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Curriculum program and supports program functions by providing student and faculty support during laboratory settings. It will also work to maintain program compliance with accreditation standards according to Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), American Heart Association (AHA), Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) and Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAPSE). This position reports directly to the Director of Emerency Medical Science (EMS) Programs, with oversight by the Division Chair.

Duties/Functions

This position provides support to the Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Program in the following areas:

* Assist the Program Director and faculty of Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Curriculum with all course paperwork.

* Assist Program Director and faculty of Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Curriculum with lab and/ or class services to include gathering needed equipment, room set-up, take-down and exam proctoring.

* Assist the Program Director and faculty of Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Curriculum with Scenario/ Role-Playing Exercises.

* Assist the Program Director and faculty of Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Curriculum with evaluation of classroom or lab activities.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

* Maintain student records.

* Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required

* Associate degree in Emergency Medical Science (EMS) or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.

* North Carolina Paramedic Certification

* Valid North Carolina Driver's License

Education Preferred

* Bachelor's degree in Emergency Medical Science (EMS) or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.

* Emergency Medical Science (EMS)-Specific Instructor certifications (Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), etc.)

* North Carolina EMS Level I Instructor

Experience Required

* Relevant field experience in Emergency Medical Science (EMS).

Experience Preferred

* More than one year of relevant field experience in Emergency Medical Science (EMS).

* Teaching experience in a post-secondary setting.

KSA Required

The Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Lab Assistant shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Emergency Medical Science (EMS) Lab Assistant must be able to:

1. Multi-task

2. Respect Diversity

3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.

4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment

5. Communicate effectively

6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements

Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed:

1. Reporting Requirements

2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

6. Linking Student Learning Outcomes (within 30 days of hire)

7. On-line Instructor Certification (within 30 days of hire)

Specific Departmental Requirements:

Stay abreast of CDC standards for employees, students, and visitors.

Physical Demands

1. Physical Requirements

a. Hear and see

b. Stand extended periods of time (up to 4 hours)

c. Lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

d. Stoop, bend, squat, lift, reach overhead

e. Use and manipulate EMS equipment according to industry standards

f. Participate in and demonstrate physical aspects of EMS work and physical training.

Other:

1. Criminal history checks and drug screening with acceptable results are required.

2. Requires some evening and weekend hours

3. Must work at some off campus and community locations.

4. Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Posting Type Part-Time Staff