Paramedic Program Director

Company Description

As a leading healthcare education organization, Unitek Learning’s family of schools helps thousands of students launch and accelerate their careers every year. As a rapidly growing and highly successful company, Unitek is also a great place to pursue a rewarding and challenging career. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, unlimited growth potential, and a collegiate work environment.

Job Description

The Paramedic Program Director is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and growth of the 6-month Paramedic Education Program. This individual will oversee all aspects of program operations, including curriculum design, faculty supervision, student success, compliance, and community partnerships. The Director will play a key role in expanding the program to include advanced certifications such as Paramedic Critical Care, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS and Paramedic Refresher courses.

• Provide vision and direction for the Paramedic Program to ensure quality education, compliance, and continued program growth.
• Oversee daily operations of the Paramedic Program, including scheduling, faculty assignments, and student progress tracking.
• Ensure the program meets or exceeds all standards set by CoAEMSP, NREMT, State EMS Office, and other relevant accrediting or regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement strategies to expand the program to include Critical Care Paramedic, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS courses.
• Design, review, and update curriculum to align with current EMS standards, medical best practices, and community needs.
• Supervise and support faculty in instructional delivery, evaluation, and professional development.
• Foster an engaging learning environment that promotes academic excellence and student retention.
• Maintain all required program documentation, reports, and records in accordance with accrediting and state agencies.
• Ensure compliance with educational standards and assist in preparing for audits, renewals, and site visits.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators to ensure ongoing program effectiveness.
• Build and maintain partnerships with hospitals, fire departments, EMS agencies, and other stakeholders for clinical and field internship placements.
• Represent the program at community events, professional conferences, and recruitment activities.
• Oversee admissions, orientation, advising, and student progression policies.
• Support students through mentoring, academic counseling, and career placement assistance.
  
  

Qualifications

• Current Paramedic certification (National Registry and/or State) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in EMS, Education, Healthcare Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of paramedic experience and 2 years of teaching or administrative experience in EMS education.
• Demonstrated experience managing or developing EMS or allied health education programs.
• Knowledge of CoAEMSP and NREMT accreditation requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Current instructor certifications in ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
  
  

Additional Information

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401K with a Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program