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This position will facilitate lab instruction for either the paramedicine program (EMS335/336/337 LAB) or EMT program (EMS250 LAB). Lab instructors will help students both in practical skills and didactic knowledge A successful EMS lab instructor demonstrates professional attitude, knowledge, and character. All employees are expected to support CWU's commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment.

Assists Program Director/lead instructor in teaching skills and didactic EMS knowledge.

• Medical and trauma patient assessment
• Assessing multiple body systems including Cardiac, Pulmonary, Neurologic, Endocrine, Musculoskeletal, and others.
• Scene management and leadership
• Assessing the student's ability to lead others and manage a scene of up to 5 other medical providers and department personnel to coordinate patient care.
• Compassionate communication
• Assessing student's ability to communicate with patients and providing examples of proper communication.
• Equipment usage
• Instructs students in the use of stethoscopes, sphygmomanometers, glucometers, nasal cannulas, non-rebreather masks, oxygen tanks and regulators, pulse oximeters, automated external defibrillators, cardiac monitors and lead placement, bag-valve masks, suction devices, backboards, cervical collars, tourniquets, traction splints, vacuum splints, gurney use, manual stair chair use, occlusive dressings, supraglottic airway devices, trauma triage tags and other equipment as needed.
• Provide written feedback.
• Evaluates and provides actionable written feedback that the student can use to improve future scenarios.
• Receives materials and supplies used in classes; assists Program Director/lead instructor in demonstration of tools, equipment, machinery, apparatus, and materials.
• Modifies equipment, materials and programs as required for individual students; assists students and instructors in selecting correct tools and materials.
• Help with cumulative evaluations; Midterm, final, and NREMT-B.
• Maintains files on individual student's progress for presentation to the Program Director/lead instructor.

• Medical and trauma patient assessment
• Assessing multiple body systems including Cardiac, Pulmonary, Neurologic, Endocrine, Musculoskeletal, and others.
• Scene management and leadership
• Assessing the student's ability to lead others and manage a scene of up to 5 other medical providers and department personnel to coordinate patient care.
• Procedural knowledge
• IV access, 12-lead EKG interpretation, intubation, cricothyrotomy.
• Medication knowledge
• Competent in the use and instruction of Adenosine, Albuterol, Amiodarone, Aspirin, Ativan, Atropine, Atrovent, Benadryl, Calcium Gluconate, Dexamethasone, Dextrose, Diltiazem, Dopamine, Epinephrine, Etomidate, Fentanyl, Glucagon, Ketamine, Levophed, Lidocaine, Magnesium, Morphine, Narcan, Nitroglycerin, Rocuronium, Sodium Bicarbonate, Solu-Medrol, Succinylcholine, Valium, Vecuronium, Versed, and Zofran.
• Compassionate communication
• Assessing student's ability to communicate with patients and providing examples of proper communication.
• Equipment usage
• Instructs students in the use of stethoscopes, sphygmomanometers, glucometers, nasal cannulas, non-rebreather masks, oxygen tanks and regulators, pulse oximeters, automated external defibrillators, cardiac monitors and lead placement, rhythm interpretation, 12-lead EKG interpretation, advanced airway tools for intubation and cricothyrotomy, bag-valve masks, suction devices, backboards, cervical collars, tourniquets, traction splints, vacuum splints, gurney use, manual stair chair use, occlusive dressings, supraglottic airway devices, trauma triage tags and other equipment as needed.
• Provide written feedback.
• Evaluates and provides actionable written feedback that the student can use to improve future scenarios.
• Receives materials and supplies used in classes; assists Program Director/lead instructor in demonstration of tools, equipment, machinery, apparatus, and materials.
• Modifies equipment, materials and programs as required for individual students; assists students and instructors in selecting correct tools and materials.
• Help with cumulative evaluations; Midterm, final, and NREMT-P.
• Maintains files on individual student's progress for presentation to the Program Director/lead instructor.

EMT

• Maintain current EMT-B certification.
• Maintain current employment as an EMT in Washington State.
• Strong knowledge of American Heart Association standards of care.
• Fundamental understanding of all EMT tools commensurate with certification.
• Fundamental understanding of all EMT drugs commensurate with certification.
• Ability to proctor scenarios and give feedback to students.
• Ability to impart leadership responsibilities and qualities into assessments of scenarios.
• Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences.
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Paramedic

• Maintain current Paramedic certification.
• Maintain current employment as a paramedic in Washington State.
• Strong knowledge of American Heart Association standards of care.
• Strong Knowledge of Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
• Fundamental understanding of all Paramedic tools commensurate with certification.
• Fundamental understanding of all Paramedic drugs commensurate with certification.
• Ability to proctor scenarios and give written feedback to students.
• Ability to impart leadership responsibilities and qualities into assessments of scenarios.
• Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences.
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

EMT

• 1 year of working experience
• Working actively in a primary 911 response system
• AHA BLS CPR Instructor
• Field Training Officer where employed.
• Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations.
• Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU's commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Paramedic

• Completed one 3-year recertification cycle of working experience.
• Working actively in a primary 911 response system
• AHA ACLS and PALS CPR Instructor
• Handtev Certification
• Field Training Officer where employed.
• Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations.
• Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU's commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Competencies

• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create environment that supports and embraces diversity.

Don't meet every single requirement? At CWU we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. This may be the job for you!

Pay: Dependent on position, from $28.66 to $32.96 per hour.

Schedule/Hours: Sporadic dependent on departments needs.

Additional information: This announcement will be used to develop a pool of applicants for nonpermanent Paramedic Lab Instructor positions through June 30, 2025. Selected applicants may be called on short notice to fill positions on an as-needed basis, however this posting does not imply that a position will be filled or any guarantee that applicants will be contacted.

Working Conditions: All instruction will take place in the Health Science Building in rooms 317, 318 and the Suite Training Rooms. At times, weather permitting, instruction may be lead outside, on campus.

Benefits: CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification. For additional information please visit: https://www.cwu.edu/about/offices/human-resources/benefits-leave/index.php

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

• A detailed cover letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required (and, as applicable, preferred) qualifications, and (b) demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities as described by the posting;
  
• Resume including work history, education, training; and
  
• Contact information for three professional references.

Screening Begin: Immediately and will continue as needed.

• Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.

Name: Emily Gonzalez
Title: Lecturer
Email: Emily.Gonzalez@cwu.edu
Phone: 425-368-1379
Website: www.cwu.edu/academics/health-science/

Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.

Background Check/Reference Check Process:

Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.

PSE
This position is part of a Public School Employees of Washington (PSE) bargaining unit.

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