What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMS AHA & Clinical Coordinator (Assistant to The Director (Admin)) position at City of Kansas City, MO?
Full-time position available with the Fire Department, Professional Development Division located at 3750 Eastwood Trafficway
Salary Range: $5,794-$8,833/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: February 27, 2025
Responsibilities
Qualifications (per 19 CSR 30-40.331).
REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in a variety of programs requiring professional administrative experience, including 3 years overseeing or supervising more complex administrative projects or programs; OR high school graduation and 9 years of experience in a variety of programs requiring professional administrative experience, including 3 years overseeing or supervising more complex administrative projects or programs.
Preference given for an accredited Bachelor's degree, Level 1 Instructor Certificate from National Association of EMS Educators, a minimum two years lecture and instructional experience at the Advanced Level AHA and/or EMT Basic and/or Paramedic level; standard paramedic skills to include those in the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Standard; 3 years of active clinical experience with an ALS Emergency Response Ambulance, five years preferred in the role of Paramedic Attendant
OR
Preference given for: Patient Care Skills Instructor Certificate; Simulation Instructor Certificate; Ambulance Documentation Specialist Certificate; Community Paramedic Certificate; Missouri Paramedic license OR Registered Nurse; BLS for Healthcare Providers Instructor; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor; Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor; Healthcare Simulation Educator Certification - preferred; Nationally-certified EMS Educator (NCEE); Critical Care Specialty Certification (CCEMTP, FP-C, CCP-C, CTRN, CFRN); National certification at the level of Paramedic or certification in a critical care specialty (CEN, CCRN, CFN,); ITLS or PHTLS Instructor - preferred
Other Information
URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.
Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.
If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy
The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .
If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code
Salary Range: $5,794-$8,833/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: February 27, 2025
Responsibilities
- Provides necessary orientation and pre-clinical training to program students before being assigned to clinical and field rotations.
- Facilitates the credentialing process where required of students before their participation in clinical and field activities.
- Collects and reviews clinical evaluations, performs student evaluations.
- Maintains progress records of students in the program, and facilitate exit interviews, competency determinations, and summative examinations before program clearance.
- Creates and maintains accounts in online tracking program for Advanced EMT and Paramedic students.
- Maintains positive relationships with the clinical site and acts as an EMS liaison to maintain and work toward opportunities to expand new sites.
- Assists the Program Director in managing and maintaining clinical contracts with the clinical sites utilized in the EMS education programs.
- Maintains and publishes office hours for student needs.
- Remains available 24/7 as a point of contact to address emergencies that arise in the clinical settings.
- Arranges through the Program Director for coverage of times when unable to provide a prompt response.
- Provides preceptor training and train-the-trainer training at clinical and field sites.
- Plans, develops and teaches Emergency Medicine courses, such as but not limited to Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic Initial Courses, Refresher and Continuing Education Programs and American Heart Association Courses.
- Moderates, introduces, evaluates, and supervises programs presented by external and adjunct instructors.
- Must meet and maintain CoAEMSP Standard III.B.5.b. Faculty/Instructional Staff Qualifications, CoAEMSP Standard III.B.7.b. Clinical Coordinator Qualifications, and Missouri Lead Instructor
Qualifications (per 19 CSR 30-40.331).
REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in a variety of programs requiring professional administrative experience, including 3 years overseeing or supervising more complex administrative projects or programs; OR high school graduation and 9 years of experience in a variety of programs requiring professional administrative experience, including 3 years overseeing or supervising more complex administrative projects or programs.
Preference given for an accredited Bachelor's degree, Level 1 Instructor Certificate from National Association of EMS Educators, a minimum two years lecture and instructional experience at the Advanced Level AHA and/or EMT Basic and/or Paramedic level; standard paramedic skills to include those in the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Standard; 3 years of active clinical experience with an ALS Emergency Response Ambulance, five years preferred in the role of Paramedic Attendant
OR
Preference given for: Patient Care Skills Instructor Certificate; Simulation Instructor Certificate; Ambulance Documentation Specialist Certificate; Community Paramedic Certificate; Missouri Paramedic license OR Registered Nurse; BLS for Healthcare Providers Instructor; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor; Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor; Healthcare Simulation Educator Certification - preferred; Nationally-certified EMS Educator (NCEE); Critical Care Specialty Certification (CCEMTP, FP-C, CCP-C, CTRN, CFRN); National certification at the level of Paramedic or certification in a critical care specialty (CEN, CCRN, CFN,); ITLS or PHTLS Instructor - preferred
Other Information
URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.
Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.
If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy
The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .
If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code
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Salary : $5,794 - $8,833
