EMS Education Specialist - Public Service Commission Building

Job DescriptionJoin the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking an EMS Education Specialist to: Develop training materials for EMS continuing education programs. Support continuing education training plan for ALS Consortium paramedics. Participate in the coordination and development of training materials for AHA courses including ACLS, Basic Life Support/CPR, PALS, ACLS-EP, and other certification courses taught by the EEC. Assist in the curriculum development and ongoing modification of curriculum of courses. Education: Minimum - Completion of a state-approved Paramedic education program Preferred - Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field Work Experience: Minimum - Four (4) years of experience in delivery of emergency care or critical care Preferred - Three (3) years of experience in pre-hospital emergency care Two (2) years of relevant teaching experience Licenses and Certifications: Minimum - Wisconsin state licensure as a Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, or an EMT-Paramedic Current AHA Instructor in BLS, ACLS, PALS, ACLS-EP, or must obtain within six months from date of hire Preferred - Nationally Registered Paramedic WI EMS Instructor II certification Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of and experience in emergency medical services/critical care theory, skills, and practices Demonstrated high degree of professionalism and service excellence Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as ability to formally present to both large and small groups Physical Requirements: Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, women, and LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/vets. Work Schedule: 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. Scheduled shifts are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others. Learn more about this opening UW Hospital and Clinics benefits