EMS Training Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

Provide high quality clinical care training and education to all members. Work with the Training and EMS Divisions to research, plan, and implement basic and advanced training programs to maintain and raise the knowledge and skill level of medical providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow the Mission, Values, and Department Expectations.
• Provide high quality emergent and non-emergent operations training to all DFPD members. Ensure that training is accomplished in a timely, cost-effective, and safe manner.
• Monitor and evaluate training levels and ensure adequate record keeping.
• Responsible for the design, development, implementation, and administration of a performance-based training and evaluative program for fire-rescue personnel compliant with national and state standards.
• Work under the direction of the Training Chief, in collaboration with the EMS Chief and Medical Director to develop and deliver EMS training.
• Utilize a hands-on approach in the coordination and delivery of EMS training.
• Keep informed on local, state, and national training opportunities to assist in employee and departmental professional development.
• Assist in monitoring certification and training requirements as dictated by Colorado Department of Health and Environment (CDPHE), The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians' (NREMT), and other applicable agencies.
• Create, implement, and deliver training courses.
• Assist with EMS hiring and promotional assessments.
• Develop meaningful and validated evaluation criteria for the training programs provided within the organization and adjust based on a commitment to constantly improve the training administered.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with local healthcare training and education partners.
• Assist in management of clinical rotation sites for students, interns, and employees.