Continuing Education Coordinator- EMS

The position has responsibilities for the day-to-day oversight of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) programs, Cardiac Training Center (CTC) programs and clinical aspects of the EMT and Paramedic programs. 

• Administrative work for the EMS Program Director.
• Assist in recruiting new students to IWCC EMS programs.
• Serve as an advisor to all students enrolled in EMS programs.
• Assist the EMS Program Director to ensure the program is compliant and in good standing with the accrediting agency.
• Coordinate the overall clinical aspects of the EMS program activities with the EMS Instructors and Program Director.
• Demonstrates proficiency in instruction, evaluation, and supervision of students.
• Maintain confidential student records in compliance with IWCC Board policy.
• Maintain clinical and educational competencies in area of instruction.
• Coordinate the overall direction of the AHA Cardiac Training Center (CTC) program.
• Interviews, hires, and supervises faculty for AHA CTC.
• Act as liaison for Iowa Western Community College with the other CTCs in Iowa
• Conduct necessary programs pertaining to the operation of the CTC.
• Oversee and enforce the guidelines set forth by the American Heart Association
• Attend all meetings pertaining to the CTC programs and Iowa Western Community College.
• Assist in setting up classes for outside businesses and groups, as needed.
• Maintaining all documents and files pertaining to the CTC.
• Order all material pertaining to the operation of the training center as necessary.
• Provide direction and leadership to the AHA Instructors that are aligned with IWCC
• Communicate changes in AHA Guidelines to the CPR Instructors
• Teach CTC classes as needed.
• Participate in local events related to student recruitment and any other activities related to the EMS program and community outreach.
• Compliance with CoAEMSP and CAAHEP standards for accreditation.

• ACLS and PALS certification
• BLS CPR certification
• Ability to pass a background check, have a valid driver's license and good driving record

• State of Iowa Paramedic with instructor endorsement

• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear 
• Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

• Reading, Writing, Calculating
• Social Interaction Skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with Minimal Supervision