Field Training Officer (FTO) - Paramedic

4Position Title: Field Training Officer (FTO) Paramedic

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Currently hiring for San Antonio and Bexar County 911

SUMMARY: This is a leadership position within the company who is responsible for training and evaluation of a junior/probationary level and existing employees in the organization. Creates a pleasant, cheerful, informative and educational process by which employees can learn about EMS systems and its protocols.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES: (Responsibilities include, but not limited to)

• In addition to carrying out the routine duties of a Paramedic, the field training officer also serves as a leader in the organization.
• Provide training and evaluation to new and existing employees.
• Participate in the New Employee Orientation Process (NEOP), on the truck field operations training, and instruct continuing medical education classes.
• Serve as a mentor, role model and educational resource for fellow employees.
• Keep seasoned EMS staff current and provide refresher and remedial training as needed.
• Be motivated to teach, to facilitate learning, and to ensure trainee acquires the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful EMS employee.
• Clearly communicate training expectations, evaluate applying concepts learned in the classroom to field training operations, and provide evaluation to the trainee on progress in the program.
• Responsible for making sure shift duties are performed properly and completely.
• Instruct and/or assist with instruction of continuing education classes and other training offerings.
• Participate in professional development training and remain current in emerging trends in the emergency medical service field.
• Assist the Clinical Manager with tasks as assigned and attend scheduled FTO meetings.
• Serve as a primary liaison between company management and field personnel.
• Explain company policies, guidelines, rules and regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Personal effectiveness/credibility.
• Collaboration skills and flexibility.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal skills and ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Demonstrate good written communication skills.
• Excellent organization, coordination, management and observation skills.
• Ability to foster the development of a continuous learning environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent clinical/work record.
• Meet and maintain current Paramedic qualifications and physical requirements.
• Demonstrate expert-level knowledge of the company clinical protocols, clinical operating guidelines and operational policies.
• Experience with instruction and/or training delivery.
• Possess current state certification and a minimum of two (2) years full-time experience in EMS.
• Valid state driver's license.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Allegiance is an EEO employer as defined by the EEOC.