Assistant professor Clinical Coordinator, Paramedics

Number of Vacancies:1

Area of Consideration: Open To The Public

Position Status:9-month tenure-track position with a summer stipend

Pay Plan Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience

Salary Range: $80000

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location:5171 South Dakota Ave NE Washington DC 20017

Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia a public land-grant institution dedicated to providing quality career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs seeks an Assistant Professor/ Clinical Coordinator in Paramedics. The Clinical Coordinator serves as a clinical instructor with primary responsibility for overseeing the coordination and instructional aspects of the EMS Programs clinical education phase. This role ensures students are appropriately placed progressing through clinical and field rotations and meeting documentation and competency standards. The Clinical Coordinator provides direct instruction evaluation and grading of student clinical performance and documentation in accordance with program and accreditation addition to their primary clinical duties the Clinical Coordinator may also serve as a lead instructor in the classroom setting as needed contributing to lecture delivery skill instruction and student mentorship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Student Compliance & Onboarding
Ensure student compliance with clinical prerequisites including immunizations background checks and drug screenings.
Maintain familiarity with each clinical sites scheduling platform and onboarding requirements.
Conduct student and preceptor orientations ensuring clear understanding of roles responsibilities and expectations.
Scheduling & Site Coordination:
Coordinate with clinical sites to arrange student placements maintain relationships with clinical contacts and ensure contracts are up to date.
Confirm preceptor qualifications in compliance with CoAEMSP guidelines.

2. Progress Tracking & Evaluations
Track and document student progress throughout clinical rotations including contact minimums competencies and required patient encounters.
Review and grade student clinical documentation for accuracy completeness and professionalism.
Meet with each student at least twice during the clinical phase.

3. Program & Institutional Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain accurate records evaluations reports and student files related to clinical and field experiences. Conduct regular audits of the clinical tracking system.
Engage in student advising and remediation processes as needed to support student success.
Promote the EMS program through positive representation and community engagement.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director in support of the programs mission and goals.

4. Instructional Responsibilities
Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in classroom lab and clinical settings.
Serve as a lead or supporting instructor for EMT AEMT and Paramedic courses as assigned.
Assist in coordinating didactic lab and clinical instruction to ensure alignment with course and program outcomes.
Prepare and deliver lectures skills instruction and evaluations using varied educational technologies and delivery methods.
Utilize student feedback and performance data to guide course improvements and instructional strategies.
Maintain current knowledge of EMS education best practices healthcare trends and regulatory guidelines.
Demonstrate a commitment to student engagement academic integrity and instructional excellence.
Participate in institutional meetings professional development and accreditation processes.
Submit all required reports grades and documentation in accordance with college and program deadlines.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Certified/Licensed Paramedic with NREMT and DC DOH in current good standing. (Must be eligible to obtain DC DOH Paramedic Credentials within 60 days of employment)

Minimum of an Associate degree (in a related field of study) or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Bachelors degree or higher preferred.

Experience:

1. Documented education or experience in instructional methodology
academic training and/or experience equivalent to that of a paramedic
3. Experience in the delivery of prehospital emergency care
4. Experience in coordinating clinical experiences for students enrolled in health care courses a plus. Knowledge:

Familiar with current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Standards and about evidenced-informed clinical practice.

A candidate for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor shall be required to meet the following qualifications:

1. An appropriate terminal degree or agree to complete this degree within a period of time to be specified in the terms of the initial contract; and
2. At least three (3) years of full-time teaching experience including two (2) years in an institution of higher education.

Appropriate professional experience and achievements may be substituted when formal teaching experience is limited or absent.

When formal teaching experience is limited or absent the candidate shall be required to demonstrate verifiable potential for effective teaching.

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by National Education Association (NEA) and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insuranceand sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation family responsibilities matriculation physical handicap or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977 as amended D.C. Official Code Section 2-1401.01 et. seq. (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation gender identity or expression familial status family responsibilities matriculation political affiliation genetic information disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the addition harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training(OPT).

Residency Preference:A person applying for a position who is a bona fide District resident at the time of application for the position may be awarded a 10-point residency preference over non-District applicants unless the person declines the preference points. If selected the person shall be required to present no less than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7-year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 the individual selected to fill this position will as a condition of employment be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor in writing not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a satisfactory backgroundinvestigation is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia Office of Human Resources only.

Contact Information:All inquiriesrelated to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the Universitys EO Policy Statement please visit: Experience:

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