Job Description

The CPR Instructor is responsible for instructing American Heart Association CPR (BLS) courses. This instructor must be able to lead CPR (BLS) classes with students of various experience and educational backgrounds. This instructor must maintain current knowledge of basic cardiac care in order to effectively meet the training needs of students, who may have much more clinical and educational experience.

CPR Instructor duties include; pre-course preparation, leading classes, managing equipment, and assisting with closing out classes upon completion. Instructors also participate in continuous quality improvement and may assist the EMS Education Manager in program development and special projects. Regions hospital EMS Instructors must maintain certifications at or above the level they are teaching and work actively in their field of expertise. The Regions CPR Instructor position will include the above job duties and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: One year of teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Certification level at the level or above the level of teaching
• Working knowledge cardiac life support and the American Heart Association
• Functional understanding of operating multimedia presentations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Ability to communicate in person, in writing and by telephone
• Aptitude to establish working relationships with the public, our medical direction customers and employees
• Maintenance of professionalism and a standard of excellence with Regions employees, managers, customers and public
• Competency to work independently, with autonomy and to meet deadlines
• Keen sense of organization and prioritization

Licensure/Registration/Certification:

• AHA CPR Instructor Card required
• Possess a valid driver's license and maintenance of a clean driving record in accordance with Regions Hospital standards and policies