EMS Instructor, Chicago

Overview:
Superior Ambulance Service is the largest independent, locally owned and operated Emergency Medical Service provider in Northern Illinois and Northwest Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. We provide wheelchair transportation, Basic Life Support, Advanced Life Support, and Critical Care Ground Transportation, as well as Critical Care Rotary Air Transportation. Much of our proven success is attributable to the exceptional, compassionate customer service provided by our employees. 

The EMS Lead Instructor works directly under the Director of Education instructing EMT classes. The EMS Lead Instructor is responsible for planning, scheduling, and instructing the classes, as well as scheduling guest speakers/instructors for the class.   

Wage Range: $20 - $35; Rates based on years of experience and licensure

 

Responsibilities:
 Duties of the Position:  

Teach all aspects of an EMT course as assigned (includes didactic and EMT skill set component.) 

Participates in compilation and record keeping of all required forms, waivers, physicals, required by the EMT Program and its partners.

Maintains records as required by local EMS Agency, as well as State EMS Authority and NREMT (National Association of EMTs)

Maintain records as mandated for the EMT CE (Continuing Education) Program

Partake in inventory, ordering and receiving supplies and equipment for the EMT Program.

Engage in emergency preparedness drill opportunities with our students

Maintains office hours and participates in department agendas.

Participation and implementation of departmental and program reviews. 

Completes additional faculty responsibilities, including AHA/NAEMT course offerings as well as orientation trainings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Ability to go to Superior Ambulance IL HQ in Elmhurst, IL when needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Needs to be personable with good organizational and communication skills.

Must have the ability to work in a fluid environment and demonstrate improvisational skills.

Demonstrates a working knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and other related areas.

Should be well versed in company policies and procedures as written in the employee handbook.

Keeps a flexible schedule in order to be available when needed.

Must be able to present information to adult learners in a controlled environment.

Knowledgeable and able to demonstrate the mechanics of proper lifting, driving and maintaining ambulances, CPR, reporting, and other job related responsibilities for EMT’s and Paramedics.

Demonstrates employee advocacy. 

 

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalency

State licensed Paramedic

Ability to demonstrate and lead all aspects of the EMT/Paramedic job

IL EMS Lead Instructor License

CPR Instructor

Superior Employee Preferred 

 

Recieve Lead Instructor within 1 year

CPR within 2 Months

 

Preferred: ACLS/PALS certification; BTLS/PHTLS certification; HAZMAT Awareness certification; PEPP certification; GEMS certification

 

Check out our career site benefits page to learn about our comprehensive benefits options that include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HAS, vacation and paid time off here: (url removed) .

 

Superior Ambulance Service is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. M/F/V/D

Salary or Wage Range:
USD $20.00 - USD $35.00 /Hr. rates offered based on years of experience