What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMS Lab Instructor (Adjunct Faculty Pool) position at Rogue Community College?
This is an adjunct faculty pool for teaching part-time in the Emergency Services department. The pool will remain open until June 2025 unless positions are no longer needed. Applications will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted and interviewed as positions become available.
Lab Instructors are primarily responsible for teaching and evaluating EMT and Paramedic students in the practical application of EMS skills and knowledge in a classroom and lab setting. Scenario-based training using manikins and simulated patients and emergency scenes is widely used. Lab Instructors work primarily with small groups of students (4-8), with oversight and guidance provided by the Course Director.
Supervision Received
The dean, in consultation with the department chair is responsible for carrying out the evaluation of instructors under procedures developed by the vice president. The dean confers with the department chair in decisions regarding instructor workload, professional growth, retention, and department staffing levels.
1. Instructs students in a classroom, lab, learning center, or other setting as appropriate.
2. Arrives early for labs and assists in the setup and preparation of lab stations and scenarios.
3. Assists in the cleanup and restocking of lab equipment and supplies.
4. Evaluates students' performance in stations designed to mirror the skills performance tests used for certification.
5. Acts as a proctor and/or role-player for simulated emergency scenarios.
6. Completes written Lab Evaluation Rubrics to provide performance feedback to students, the Course Director, and Department Chair, when appropriate.
7. Drives the RCC ambulance as needed for emergency scenarios.
8. Supervises the driving and operation of the ambulance by students.
9. Represents the program and the College to the community, businesses, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner.
10. Provides direct supervision and evaluation of student in the EMS Lab. Example of activities to be supervised:
a. Use of needles and placement of intravenous devices
b. Handling hazardous materials
c. Proper lifting and moving of gurneys to/from ambulance and lab
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education: Oregon State licensure at or above the EMT level being taught is required.
AAS Paramedicine degree; Bachelor's degree; Fire Instructor I certification or equivalent; Instructor certifications in CPR, ACLS, PALS, PEPP, PHTLS, and similar courses; and/or Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor training desirable.
Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.
Experience: Three years of EMS experience and one year of EMS experience at or above the level being taught required.
Greater than three years of EMS field experience at or above the level being taught and prior relevant teaching experience desired.
Knowledge of: EMS systems and application of EMT and Paramedic skills in emergency and non-emergency settings.
Ability to: Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; work collaboratively as a member of an academic department; demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching in the subject area; participate in program development and improvement; demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in both the classroom and related educational duties; demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth. Pass a criminal background check.
Licenses: Oregon State licensure at or above the EMT level being taught.
Must possess a valid Oregon Driver License and provide proof of an acceptable driving record.
Physical Demands: The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manual dexterity and coordination are required for more than half of the daily work period (about 60%). While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, balance, see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires some mobility including the ability to move materials weighing up to 35 pounds on a regular basis. On feet 90% of time. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while utilizing equipment. This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities.
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily working indoors in a lab/classroom environment or doing outdoor lab exercises on/around campus in the ambulance, and is potentially exposed to body fluids, pathogens, and hazardous materials. The noise level in the work environment is typical of most lab/classroom environments with potentially loud equipment, frequent interruptions, and background noises. Lighting is adequate.
Method of Application & Closing Date
This is an adjunct faculty pool for teaching part-time in the Emergency Services department. The application documents required include a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts and Oregon State license. Please attach Oregon State License under "Other Document #2." Candidates will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree(s) upon hire. This pool will remain open until June 2025 unless positions are no longer needed. If at any time you decide that you are no longer interested, you may log in to the system and withdraw your application from the pool. Typically, at the end of the year (or at any point we no longer have a hiring need for this department), we will close this pool and you will receive an email notification.
RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ONLY FINALISTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, ONLY DEGREES RECEIVED FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WILL BE ACCEPTED; ACCREDITATION MUST BE RECOGNIZED BY THE OFFICE OF DEGREE AUTHORIZATION, US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AS REQUIRED BY ORS 348.609.
Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.
Salary : $37 - $70
