ACLS, CPR Instructor at UPMC

Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

ACLS, CPR, BLS, PALS, AED Training, First Aid, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Education, Public Health, Professionalism, Safety, Quality Assessment, Program Development, Record Keeping, Instructor Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Make a Life-Saving Impact – Join UPMC as an ACLS/CPR Instructor! UPMC is seeking a dedicated ACLS/CPR Instructor to support our life-saving education programs. This role (16 hours/week) works from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., typically weekdays with occasional flexibility needed for special classes. About the Role As an ACLS/CPR Instructor, you will coordinate and deliver credentialed courses and exams, including: Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training First Aid You will also oversee the administration of our American Heart Association (AHA) Training Site and manage all related Susquehanna Health programs, including scheduling volunteer instructors and maintaining accurate records. Key Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, instruct, and follow up on AHA courses and other training programs. Maintain accurate records for all courses, instructors, and participants. Process course fees and documentation for internal and external classes. Manage inventory of course materials and ensure equipment is clean and functional. Promote educational programs to healthcare professionals, the public, and industrial partners. Provide ongoing quality assessment and continuing education for instructors. Collaborate with the Director of Prehospital Services/Emergency Preparedness on program development. Demonstrate service excellence by treating everyone with respect, dignity, and compassion. Ensure compliance with all organizational and departmental policies. Incorporate evidence-based practices into daily work to promote safety and quality. Encourage patient and family involvement in safety-related processes. What We’re Looking For We’re seeking candidates who: Are certified to teach AHA courses (ACLS, BLS, PALS, etc.). Have strong organizational and communication skills. Are passionate about education and public health. Can work independently and manage multiple responsibilities. Demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to safety and excellence. Why UPMC? Be part of a mission-driven organization that values education and community impact. Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth. Help empower others with life-saving skills and knowledge. Ready to inspire and educate others in life-saving care? Apply today and become a vital part of our training and education team at UPMC! High School Diploma or equivalent Required. Graduate of an AMA/CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic Training Program preferred or Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing and licensed as an RN in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a Bachelor Degree in the Health or Science field. 1 year of experience Preferred. One year as a BCLS Instructor preferred. One year as an ACLS Instructor preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: BCLS Certification at the healthcare provider level. Certification as a BCLS Instructor or obtain within six months of hire. Certification as a BCLS Instructor Trainer and Regional Faculty or obtain within minimum time frames established by American Heart Associations. Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or obtain within six months of date of hire. Successful Completion of an ACLS Provider Course with in the past two years or complete within six months of hire date. Certification as an ACLS Instructor or obtain within one year of date of hire. Certification as a Pediatric Advance Life Support Instructor or obtain within one hear of hire date. Certification as an AHA HeartSaver First Aid Instructor or obtain within one year of date of hire. If a Paramedic: a. Certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Health as an EMT-Paramedic. b. Or Certified as an NREMT-P by the National Registry. OR IF an Registered Nurse, Licensed by the Commonwealth as a Registered Nurse. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Basic Life Support Instructor (BLSI) Driver's License National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (NREMT-P) OR Paramedic OR Registered Nurse (RN) *Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The ACLS/CPR Instructor will coordinate and deliver credentialed courses and exams, including BLS, ACLS, PALS, AED Training, and First Aid. They will also oversee the administration of the AHA Training Site and manage related programs, including scheduling and record maintenance.