Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Varied
Hours: 0730-1600

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Manager of Education and QA works collaboratively with the Medical Director(s) to administer the education and QA plans for the Department. They participate in related projects and will serve as a liaison to area EMS agencies and educational institutions for pre-hospital education. This Manager will also oversee and direct the on-boarding process for new employees and oversee all compliance requirements for the Department. The Manager of Education will supervise the Education Coordinator and the education and QA tasks performed by EMS Supervisors, Paramedic II's, and the Critical Care Team. They will contribute to the strategic planning process and attainment of goals of the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

Bachelor's degree required

PA Certified Paramedic – Pennsylvania Department of Health Paramedic or PHRN 

BLS provider and instructor (American Heart Association) 

Basic Life Support (EMT) Instructor Certification – Pennsylvania Department of Health EMS Instructor 

Six (6) years of experience in one of the following areas is required: Curriculum writing, and/or managing EMS/ education programs, and/or designing and conducting professional development programs for EMS and/or Critical Care providers. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

Neonatal Resuscitation Program provider and instructor preferred 

Master's degree preferred 

ACLS provider and instructor preferred 

PEPP provider and instructor preferred and/or PALS provider and instructor preferred 

Credentialed to teach NAEMT courses preferred 

If Paramedic or PHRN – IBSC – FP-C, CCP-C, OR FN-C – Critical Care preferred

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, martial status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union: Non Bargained

About Penn State Health

At Penn State Hershey, our mission is to enhance the quality of life and serve our community through improved health, the education of health professionals, and the discovery of knowledge. For us, service excellence is not only for our patients but also our employees. It means valuing each and every employee.

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