Program Director of Paramedicine (FT, CFE and VLD) Position Available In Lowndes, Georgia

Campus:

Valdosta and Coffee[]{#docs-internal-guid-65b4db2b-7fff-dc2a-b27d-34d5d6eebca5}The Program Director is responsible for coordinating all academic aspects of a technical program. This position provides programmatic leadership to achieve the program standards of an accredited program of study to include classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction, identifying appropriate resources and teaching methods, and evaluating students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives. Specifically, the Program Director will be responsible for the didactic and clinical experience in accordance with CoAEMSP Standards and Guidelines. The Program Director of Paramedicine also serves as a program instructor.

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks to recruit, hire, and retain faculty and staff who display a willingness to support students of underrepresented gender and minority groups, as well as students with disabilities. All employees of the college are required to participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students enrolled or who seek to become enrolled in programs at the college, with a special emphasis on nontraditional program participants.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform the duties of this position successfully, the incumbent must have the appropriate work experience, hold the appropriate certification and credentials, and be able to perform each key position duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contacthumanresources@wiregrass.eduto request accommodations.

SUMMARY OF WORKING CONDITIONS

• Equipment Used:

  Standard office equipment, Regular use of college owned or personal vehicle for performance of duties, Various types of advanced in-field equipment as required by academic program and accreditation standards

• Working Conditions:

  Category I

• High probability of exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens.

Probability of working beyond the normal shift, but not frequently. Periodic travel between major Wiregrass campuses and satellite sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA

minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a health-related profession, EMS, education, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education; Current unencumbered Georgia Paramedic licensure; Current National Registry Paramedic certification (or able to obtain within six months); Current Georgia EMS Instructor/Coordinator (Paramedic) license; Three (3) years’ pre-hospital experience in a department that primarily responds to 911 calls for assistance; Current certification as an

AHA ACLS

provider and/or instructor, Advanced Pediatric certification (PALS, EPC, or PEPP) provider and/or instructor, and AHA BLS Healthcare provider and/or instructor; Documented education or experience in instructional methodology for initial or continuing education program; Academic training and experience equivalent to that of a paramedic; Knowledge about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to meeting all other minimum qualifications, the highly desired candidate will possess one or more of the following: A Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education and/or prior experience in development,administration and evaluation of a CoAEMSP-accredited Paramedic/EMT program or continuing education course; Leadership experience as an Emergency Medical Service Field Training Officer, Lieutenant, Captain, Supervisor or administrative officer for a 911 EMS provider, Fire Service Engine or Ladder Company Officer, or Fire Service Training Officer; and Certification or licensure as an Advanced Practice Paramedic (i.e. CCP-C, FP-C, TP-C, or CP-C).SALARY/BENEFITSSalary is commensurate with education and experience. This position is full-time and includes standard State of GA benefits such as leave accrual, options for health and other supplemental benefits, and retirement. This position may qualify the successful candidate for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This position is funded in whole or in part by State/Local/Tuition funds.

BACKGROUND

INVESTIGATIONSPursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check and employment history reference checks will be performed for all candidates offered employment. Other checks such as Motor Vehicle Records may be conducted for any candidate receiving an offer, as well as internal candidates prior to being promoted or transferred into a position with the college.

Other Required Tests:

During the course of employment, incumbents in this position may be required to supervise students at an external clinical site or other medical facility as a condition of employment. Based on this assignment, the incumbent may be required to undergo and receive a negative finding/result on a ten (10) panel drug test BEFORE placement.

Should a candidate be chosen for a 2nd interview, references which support prior work history and employment experience will be contacted. Please note that some employers charge a processing fee to com