College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Nursing, Allied Health & Safety

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Salary: $54,750 - $57,000

Duties and Responsibilities:

 • Teach the equivalent of 18 credit hours/year, typically 9 hours in the fall semester and 9 hours in the spring semester. Overload course assignments may be authorized and limited to the equivalent of 6 credit hours/semester.
• Coordinate practicum scheduling, 0rientation, documentation, and resolution of student or site concerns in a timely manner
• Ensure program and student compliance with clinical and field affiliate requirements, including immunizations, background checks, physicals, and drug screenings
• Assist in development, implementation, and evaluation of courses, with emphasis on clinical/field components and quality improvement processes
• Collaborate with regional EMS programs and clinical/field sites for preceptor orientation and evaluation
• Assist Program Coordinator with selection and evaluation of instructional resources, including textbooks, lab supplies, and library materials
• Conduct site visits to affiliated clinical locations to ensure quality instruction and student evaluation
• Assist in development and implementation of policies and procedures related to clinical and field education
• Assist in evaluation of student knowledge and skills through lab instruction and practical examinations
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
• This position requires compliance with all clinical affiliate requirements, including but not limited to:
     • Criminal background checks
     • Drug screening
     • Immunization verification
     • Physical examination clearance
• Must maintain all required state and national EMS certifications and instructor credentials
• Work schedule may include day, evening, or occasional weekend responsibilities based on program needs
• Travel between clinical and field sites is required

Required Education: 

Required Minimum Qualifications
• Associate' s degree in related field
• Nationally Registered Paramedic
• Current Louisiana Licensed Paramedic
• Ability to obtain EMS Instructor licensure in the State of Louisiana within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field
• Experience in a higher education training environment
• Experience coordinating clinical or field education programs
• Experience with accreditation standards and compliance (state and/or national EMS education standards)
• American Heart Association Instructor certification (ACLS, BLS, and PALS)
• National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) Instructor (e.g., PHTLS)
• 2 years of field experience as a paramedic providing direct patient care
• 2 years of teaching experience (classroom, clinical, or field instruction)

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.