Ornge Careers

ADJUNCT FACULTY EDUCATOR

Reference #: 2024-90

 
Strong. Proud. Uplifting.

At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.

We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers. 

Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.

The targeted salary range is supplemented by a competitive total rewards package. The salary offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors such as the individual’s skillset, level of experience applicable to the role and internal equity considerations.

Uplifting Your Career at Ornge

Reporting primarily to the Manager of Education and Clinical Simulation (with occasional direction from other Clinical Affairs leadership) the Adjunct Faculty Educator is primarily responsible for the facilitation of educational activities across Ornge Clinical Affairs programs, ensuring adherence to high standards of educational theories and practices.  

Responsibilities:

Base Hospital, Certification and Evidence Based Practice:     

• Support the facilitation of initial certification/credentialing or entry to practice processes, including assessment and evaluation, for Primary Care, Advanced Care (Land and Flight), Critical Care Paramedics, Flight & Mental Health RNs, and Medical Fellows.
• Perform the task of standardized role player in Clinical Simulation.
• Support the Manager, Clinical Performance & Patient Safety and the MAC in developing evidence based clinical practice guidelines, medical directives and practice resources as required.

Assisting with Education Delivery:     

• Responsibility for the delivery of the initial education content (such as but not limited to Critical Care Paramedic Program, Aeromedical Theory Program, Flight RN Program), as assigned.
• Conduct formative and summative assessment of learner achievement or progression within a program.
• Provide direction to Initial Education learners throughout program as needed.
• Provide support to PPMs/CPLs, who may be delivering education content.
• Support Medical Simulation Specialists in needs for delivery, set-up and clean-up of simulations and simulation based assessments.
• Overall, use innovative instructional concepts and techniques to facilitate assigned learning experiences, pulling from expert backgrounds and training (CCP, RN, RRT).
• Providing positive and safe learning spaces for all colleagues and learners
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Development:     

• Provide subject matter expertise to assist with, development of  initial education and continuing professional development content and learning experiences (such as but not limited to Critical Care Paramedic Program, Aeromedical Theory Program, Flight RN Program), as assigned.
• Support the Program Leads and accountable Faculty Educators in development of course content, incorporating clinical and academic best practices where applicable.
• Participation in activities of mentorship and education, such as leading “train-the-trainer program sessions” for PPMs/CPLs delivering education, as needed.

Student Assessment Record Auditing:     

• Review student assessment records complete in simulated, clinical, and field placement settings for compliance standards.
• Document whether student assessment records are complete to standards set out by Accreditation Canada and Ornge Education Policies and Procedures.
• Report non-compliance in student assessment record completion to Program Lead – IE
• Support Faculty Educators and Program Lead responsible for indirect supervision of students during clinical and field placement by report findings identifying students who might be at risk.
• Maintain confidentiality of student assessment records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field as a Critical Care Paramedic, Advanced Care Paramedic, Registered Nurse (Critical Care/Emergency), Primary Care Paramedic (for the PCP educator position only), or Respiratory Therapy.
• Bachelor’s degree or Graduate Education/Master’s degree in related field.
• Post-secondary education in a relevant field (i.e. Adult Education).
• Simulation & Debriefing Education/Experience.
• CPR, ACLS, PALS, NRP.

Total Rewards:

• 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• PERKS! Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home/car insurance, travel, fitness, attractions and more!

At Ornge, we are:

• Community connectors.
• Equity in healthcare.
• Strong in our convictions.
• Proud of the services we provide.
• Uplifting in our mission, values, and services.

You can expect us to be:

• Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time and more.
• Promoters of diversity.
• Champions of inclusivity and accessibility.
• Committed to your career advancement.
• A tight-knit, supportive culture.

A bit about you:

• You are driven by our collective desire to make a difference.
• Excited by problem solving and excels at in-the-moment decision making.
• Teamwork has always been where you thrive.
• You are ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment.

What’s next:

• If you are ready to uplift lives, apply directly online.
• All resumes are reviewed by our team and only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.
• Ornge encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; Black and racialized; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary; and disabled. 

Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada? Join us.

Ornge. Lives uplifted.