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COCC Lab Assistant - EMT (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) in Bend, Oregon
Lab Assistant - EMT (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)
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Position Information
Position Title Lab Assistant - EMT (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)
Classification Title Temporary PT Hourly
Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $25.56/hr
Close Date
Position Type/Employee Class Temporary PT Hourly
Instructor Status Not applicable
Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt
FLSA Status
Campus Location Bend
Primary Purpose
The EMT Lab Assistant is responsible to assist the paramedic course director in the education and evaluation of student performance in the lab experience.
Essenatial Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with instruction in the EMT course lab under the direction of the EMT course director/faculty member.
Cooperate with other College personnel including the Paramedicine Program Director to assist students with career planning, job placement and follow-up studies.
Perform other essential functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Department Specific
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform these essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.
Thorough knowledge in the field of paramedicine within the field of out-of-hospital emergency medicine
Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
Familiarity with and ability to operate or oversee the operation of audio-visual equipment, including overhead projectors, film, sound systems, video, television, interactive video and audio equipment including computer-controlled mixed media presentations.
Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers and other written materials.
Ability to verbally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services. Familiarity with and ability to remain in communication with the Program Director, Paramedic Lead Instructor and other program staff and faculty on a regular basis.
Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
Ability to work with Paramedicine Program Director, faculty, Department Chair, Instructional Dean and other COCC staff at all levels.
Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.
Ergonomic Requirements
Regular office hours are established between 8 am – 5 pm during the workweek. A flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities.
Incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors in an office environment engaged in extended standing with some occasional lifting is possible. Requires the ability to work at a workstation for extended periods. Must be able to climb or pull self upward, kneel, stoop, crawl and crouch. Requires to write, read written materials and computer screens, and ability to use telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements
AAS -Paramedicine degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning that includes course work equivalent to the uniform associate of applied science degree in Paramedicine as approved by the Oregon State Board of Education and offered by Oregon’s community colleges.
Experience: One year of paramedic pre-hospital emergency and non-emergency care experience.
Licenses: Oregon EMT
Certifications: Healthcare Provider CPR
Equivalency Statement
Work hours are determined by the supervisor and vary based on business needs and locations. Position assignments may be assigned an alternate schedule to service the campus needs. Work will primarily be performed inside classroom/lab settings with occasional outdoor activities. Extended standing required. Lifting of objects under 50 lbs. frequently needed with objects weighing over 100 lbs. at times. Must be able to climb, kneel, stoop, crawl, and crouch. Individuals must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms. Requires near visual acuity to read written materials, write and read computer screens. Requires sufficient hearing and speech ability, for ordinary conversations. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
Oregon Driver’s License.
Previous employment experience with a community college.
EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.