Laboratory Professional - EMS

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Job Title:

Laboratory Professional - EMS

Agency:

Gwinnett Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000006589

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$30.00/HR

Job Description:

This job is a part-time, non-benefited, FLSA-exempt position in the Health Sciences Division that reports to the Program Director of Emergency Medical Services.

Schedule: Up to 19 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications (Job Code T9001)

Associate's degree in field or other health related field, Current Georgia Paramedic license or NREMT Paramedic and minimum TWO years as an paramedic. Must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the courses assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the minimum qualifications, Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field from a regionally accredited institution. Minimum of five years teaching experience in a CoAEMSP Accredited Paramedic Program preferred. BLS, ACLS, and ITLS (or PHTLS) instructor certification are preferred. Proficiency in preparation and delivery of instruction, advisement, and curriculum development. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with faculty, staff, and students, in a collegial and multicultural environment. Excellent interpersonal, motivational, and communication skills. Must be computer literate with the ability to use common software programs. Experience with online learning modalities preferred. Demonstrated flexibility with diverse student population and learning styles; demonstrated experience with a variety of teaching strategies including the use of advanced instructional technologies.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision, prepares lesson plans for classroom, lab or clinical instruction for credited Emergency Medical Services courses at Gwinnett Technical College. Implements program curriculum to meet state, national and/or accreditation standards. Develops program and syllabi, goals, and objectives. Teaches face-to-face, hybrid, and online classes as needed to provide course delivery and scheduling options that promote student retention and program completion. Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares budget requests. Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. Attends staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences. Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. Meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues. Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts and participates in college and community activities. If offered a position, employees in this department must complete the Hazardous Materials Training as well as the Bloodborne & Airborne Pathogen training annually and complete Pre-employment Drug Screen. This position is also subject to random drug screen.

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

• Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.
• Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.
• Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.
• Accepts direction and feedback from supervisor and follows through appropriately.
• Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the training area.

• Construct training modules, tools, materials, supplies and equipment to comply with local requirement for safety and security needs and in accordance with state and federal work safety standards.
• Ensure students are instructed in and follow all safety rules for operating equipment and using tools.
• Ensure classrooms and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained at all times.
• Maintain a secure training and work area that proves freedom of movement for students during the performance of work and training assignments and complies with the security requirements of the organization.
• Ensure work-related projects are successfully completed and that they meet industrial standards.

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate.

• Earns required number of CE credits to maintain required industry credentials
• Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc. as requested.
• Meet all required organizational and accreditation policies and guidelines.
• Assist in conducting a self-study of the program's compliance with technical college, program and accreditation standards.
• Exhibit and model positive work ethics.

Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Percentage of Time:

• Teaches credited courses as assigned in accordance with course standards and approved syllabi. (Performed by all incumbents) (45%)
• Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction. (Performed by all incumbents) (10%)
• Develops program and course outlines, goals, and objectives. (Performed by some incumbents) (5%)
• Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. (Performed by all incumbents) (10%)
• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)
• Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all incumbents.) (2%)
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. (Performed by all incumbents) (3%)
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by attending staff development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences and by reading professional literature in the related vocational field. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)
• Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss instructional programs, curricula, and issues impacting the progress of the students. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)
• Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)
• Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)

Physical Demands:

Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

• Requires operation, access, or control of financial resources. (C)
• Requires having a P-Card. (N)
• Driving is a responsibility of this position. (O)
• This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care. (O)
• This position will have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications). (C)
• This position is a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• Noisy environments. (C)
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. (O)
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. (C)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and Human Resources may begin scheduling interviews as applications are received. This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected and hired. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the interview process may begin before all applications are reviewed. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview.

As set forth in its student catalog, Gwinnett Technical College complies with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. The following person has been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lisa Richardson, Title IX, and Section 504 Coordinator, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Building 100/A, Room 515, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, 678-226-6691, [email protected].

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.