Health Related RNTTA Instructor

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!The following are reasons why you should join our team:Sick Leave - Earned per Contract RateEmployee and Dependent Tuition WaiverOpportunities to engage in professional development opportunitiesCommitted to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance ProgramMedical Benefits that are robust and affordableVisit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including:Medical, Vision, and DentalLife Insurance and Long-Term Disability are incorporated into our benefitsLearn more about our retirement benefits at MUS RetirementCampus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking pathThis position is for a faculty member teaching Related Health coursework and serving as the clinical coordinator for the Paramedic program, following the guidelines established by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services profession (CoAEMSP) and Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).Responsibilities include teaching coursework in Anatomy and Physiology, and Medical Terminology at City College both online and in person as well as participating in curriculum and course development and outcomes assessment.The position has responsibilities for the day-to-day oversight of all clinical aspects of the paramedic program in addition to participation in curriculum and course development and outcomes assessment. The employee must be able to perform the following essential functions to the satisfaction of the employee’s supervisor.General

• Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.
• A commitment to continuous quality improvement.Teaching
• Instructional preparation and teaching of assigned courses in related health curriculum, including Medical Terminology, Human Biology, and Human Anatomy and Physiology.
• Coordinate the overall clinical aspects of the EMS program activities with the Program Director.
• Responsible for teaching all paramedic clinical education courses within the academic year.
• Demonstrates proficiency in instruction, evaluation, and supervision of students.
• Coordinating clinical education with didactic education.
• Coordinate clinical activities - to include maintaining clinical competencies.
• Provide direct and indirect supervision of students while at clinical sites.
• Develop clinical schedules, syllabi, and orientation information.
• Oversees the collection, maintenance, and reporting of all documentation required by the clinical sites, including, but not limited to: immunization records, criminal background screenings, drug screenings, federal exclusion lists, BLS/ ACLS/PALS/PHTLS certification, HIPAA training and compliance, and Standard Precaution training and compliance.
• Compliance with CoAEMSP and CAAHEP standards for accreditation.
• Facilitate the learning process that creates a safe non-threatening climate which supports learning.
• Support student success, including office hours and student advising.Service
• Collaborate with Jacket Student Central and the Department Chair to schedule courses that align with student demand.
• Collaborate with Jacket Student Central on issues of student advising.
• Assist program faculty in advisement of students with complex or serious problems.
• Participate in local events related to student recruitment and any other activities related to the Paramedic Program and community outreach.Scholarly Activities
• Maintain confidential student records in compliance with MSU Billings’ policies.
• Maintain clinical and educational competencies in area of instruction.
• Participate in professional organizations.
• Maintain appropriate certifications and licenses.
• Attend selected professional development activities.
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned.QUALITIES:
• A demonstratable understanding of Human Anatomy and Physiology.
• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary technical education.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting under-prepared students.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills.
• Commitment to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations of students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to represent the college and the university as a professional.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• A passion for education that supports individual, economic, and social change.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in all facets of the student-teacher relationship and to teach a diverse group of students.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Salary commensurate with education, experience and subject to the collective bargaining agreement.Education Required:
• Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited university.Experience Required:
• Three year’s work experience in emergency medicine / prehospital care.
• Must hold a current, undiscipline paramedic license.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in the workplace, as well as with community and health care entities.
• Demonstrated experience in using software applications ( i.e. Microsoft Office).Education Preferred:
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited university.Experience Preferred:
• Demonstrated experience teaching with an online platform (i.e. Desire to Learn OR Canvas)
• Teaching experience at a Two-Year accredited institution of Higher Education.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Requires sufficient mobility to work in a college with hands-on programs and operations, operate office equipment, able to lift, push or pull at least 40 lbs. Additional physical demands may include: stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching overhead and horizontally, repetitive hand movements, sitting for extended periods of time, and 4-6 hours of screen time per day.REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position is not eligible for sponsorship.