Part-Time Instructor Emergency Medical Services (POOL)

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Part-Time Instructor Emergency Medical Services (POOL)

Classification Title Part-Time Instructor

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $714/LU

Close Date

Position Type/Employee Class Part-Time Instructor

Instructor Status

Overtime Eligible Exempt

FLSA Status Learned Professional

Campus Location Bend

Primary Purpose

The Paramedicine Program seeks a qualified individual to provide instruction in the first and second year curriculum leading to an AAS -Paramedicine degree. Part-time instructor’s direct student education, direct student discussion and evaluate student performance in the classroom, lab, clinical and co-operative work experience sites.

This is a part-time instructor position, non-represented and non-benefited.

Essenatial Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction the Paramedicine curriculum, including EMT ; advanced- EMT ; Oregon EMT -intermediate; paramedic courses including lecture, lab, internship and clinical; communication and documentation; patient transport; and other related classes as needed. This includes providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening, classes taught on any of the four campuses COCC serves, by interactive video chat technology.

• Cooperate with the PSE Department efforts to revise and standardize curricula for these classes.

• Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.

• Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to each location, as assigned.

• Cooperate with other College personnel including the Paramedicine Program Director to assist students with career planning, job placement, and follow-up studies.

• Act as a resource person for students. This includes allowing sufficient time either before or after scheduled classes for individual student conferences OR holding regular office hours and assisting the Program Director with advising responsibilities.

• Work with appropriate College personnel to write proposals for program funds.

  Department Specific

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Thorough knowledge of field of paramedicine within the field of out-of-hospital emergency medicine based on education and/or experience in the field.

• Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.

• Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.

• Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers, video chat technology (e.g. Zoom) and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system ( LMS ) used at COCC .

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.

• Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.

• Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels.

• Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.

• Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.

  Ergonomic Requirements

Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

• AAS -Paramedicine degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning that includes course work equivalent to the uniform associate of applied science degree in Paramedicine as approved by the Oregon State Board of Education and offered by Oregon’s community colleges.

• Three years of Paramedic pre-hospital emergency and non-emergency care experience.

• Have completed NFPA Fire Instructor I or Fire Service Instructor I and II or a Division approved equivalent.

• Must possess current Oregon Paramedic License.

• Must have current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider Instructor (professional CPR ) or equivalent.

  Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a Community College setting preferred.

  EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.