Adjunct- EMT Program

Quinsigamond Community College Worcester, MA Full-time Education

Posted on April 18, 2024

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Adjunct- EMT Program

Category: Adjunct Faculty
Department: School of Health Care
Locations: Worcester, MA
Posted: Mar 17, 2024
Closes:
Type: Part Time
Position ID: 173728

About Quinsigamond Community College:

Quinsigamond Community College (QCC), the largest community college in Central Massachusetts serving over 13,000 students in degree and certificate programs, adult education and workforce development. QCC offers over 70 associate degree and certificate career options in Business, Health Care, Technology, Liberal Arts, and Human Services. Additionally, over 137 credit and 300 noncredit courses are offered online, as well as a wide variety of classroom non-credit courses, workshops, and seminars. Classes are provided on the main campus, in downtown Worcester (Healthcare, Workforce Development, Continuing Education), at the Worcester Senior Center (Hospitality & Recreation Management), at Burncoat High School (Automotive Technology), and in the city of Southbridge.

QCC is committed to 100% student success as evidenced by its ambitious strategic plan. This commitment is furthered by a college-wide Equity Appraisal-currently underway-designed to assist the College to better serve students who have historically been underserved and underrepresented in higher education.

QCC is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or services, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the college academic community.

Job Description:

General Statement

EMT program instructor must be an Instructor/Coordinator (I/C)), who shall be present at all times and oversee all course activities. The I/Cs shall be currently approved by the Department of Public Health Office of Emergency Medical Services and meet all requirements and meet all additional requirements and updates set forth by the Department of the Public Health Office of Emergency Medical Services.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

(A) The duties and responsibilities of an Instructor/Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the following, at the level at which they have been approved by the Department:

(1) Planning, developing, instructing and coordinating the EMT-Basic and Advanced EMT classes in accordance with the administrative requirements of the Department;

(2) Managing and ensuring quality of the delivery of EMT-Basic and Advanced EMT classes, whether delivered by personal lecture or practical demonstration, or by specialty and guest lecturers. Such quality assurance shall include, at a minimum, a system that incorporates collection of data and adequate documentation to evaluate the EMT-Basic and Advanced EMT classes and assess their effectiveness in achieving educational goals and objectives, in accordance with the administrative requirements of the Department ;

(3) Remaining current and knowledgeable with regard to all EMT-Basic and Advanced EMT procedures, equipment, initial training standards, the Statewide Treatment Protocols pertaining to the provision of prehospital care and the role and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic and Advanced EMT; and

(4) Making available to agents of the Department upon request all records relating to the provision of EMS training.

(B) Persons seeking Department approval as an Instructor/Coordinator shall submit an application on a form provided by the Department. The minimum requirements for approval by the Department as an Instructor/Coordinator are as follows:

(1) Current certification as in good standing at or above the level of EMT training to be taught, with no record of past enforcement actions of the Department;

(2) Current certification as an Instructor in Basic Life Support cardiopulmonary resuscitation;

(3) A minimum of three years' experience within the last ten years, working for an ambulance service as an EMT providing EMS care, at or above the level EMT training to be taught;

(4) Successful completion of a Department-approved EMT instructor-training course that includes adult education, psychomotor skills and affective learning components, or Department-approved substantially equivalent training;

(5) Successful completion of an orientation provided by the Department; and

(6) Competency in teaching and knowledge of the subject matter as demonstrated by a favorable evaluation by the Department.

(C) The Department may issue a certificate of approval as an Instructor/Coordinator at the EMT-Basic or EMT-Basic and Advanced EMT levels to an applicant who has successfully met all requirements applicable to the level to be taught. The term of such approval shall run concurrently with the term of the applicant's EMT certificate.

Additional Information:

Quinsigamond Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Quinsigamond Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core values at Quinsigamond Community College. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment for all students, staff, and faculty. Every member on our college campus enriches our diversity. We support inclusion and are dedicated to ensuring equity in access to opportunities.

Quinsigamond Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.

Application Instructions:

These positions qualify for MCCC Unit eligibility. The evening hours are from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and both lecture and lab courses are offered. The course involves 75 hours of lecture and 90 hours of lab sessions. The total compensation for teaching the entire course is $9,320

Visit our Web Site at www.qcc.edu/human-resources for information about our positions.

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

Resume
Cover Letter
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Quinsigamond Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you don't have access to a computer, please visit Human Resources Office Monday- Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm.

Quinsigamond Community College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office 508-854-2883 or humanresources@qcc.mass.edu.

To apply, visit https://qcc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=173728

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Adjunct- EMT Program

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