Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
Clinical Education Specialist (EMS)
Virginia Department of Human Resource Management, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States, 23450
Clinical Education Specialist (EMS)
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads
both students and employers
for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 28,000 students in 2019-20. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,203 graduates in 2019-2020, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 36% enrolled at TCC. TCC's institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The Clinical Education Specialist must: Coordinate clinical education. Ensure documentation of the evaluation and progression of student clinical performance. Ensure orientation to the program's requirements of the personnel who supervise or instruct students at clinical and capstone field internship sites; and Coordinate the students' assignments in the clinical and field internship sites. Comply with the accreditation standards. The Clinical Education Specialist for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs have a critical role in bridging classroom instruction with real-world emergency care experiences. This position is responsible for overseeing and supporting all aspects of clinical and field internship education, ensuring that EMS students are placed in high-quality, hands-on learning environments that reflect the dynamic nature of prehospital care. The specialist ensures that all clinical and capstone field internship personnelsuch as paramedics, EMTs, and preceptorsare thoroughly oriented to the program's educational standards, expectations, and evaluation processes. They maintain accurate and timely documentation of student performance and progression, ensuring that each learner meets competency benchmarks aligned with national EMS education standards and provides regular updates to the Program Director and Dean. By coordinating student placements, cultivating strong partnerships with healthcare and public safety agencies, and upholding a culture of excellence and accountability, the Clinical Education Specialist ensures that EMS students are fully prepared to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care in the field. This is a restricted funded position. Funded through June 2028. Minimum Qualifications: Documented experience in emergency medical services. Knowledge of EMS curriculum. Knowledge of National EMS education standards and certification requirements (e.g., CoAEMSP). Knowledge of clinical and field internship structures and best practices. Knowledge of student evaluation and competency-based assessment methods. Knowledge of FERPA, HIPAA, and accreditation compliance. Knowledge of adult learning theory and clinical instruction methodologies. Strong organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Experience in or with relationship-building with clinical partners and preceptors. Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Experience and skilled in data tracking, documentation, and reporting. Experience and skilled Training and orientation delivery. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing clinical site availability and student needs. Demonstrated ability to maintain attention to detail in documentation and compliance. Demonstrated ability to lead and support students and clinical partners in achieving program goals. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment. Current certification as a Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) or state-licensed paramedic. Additional Considerations: n/a Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads
both students and employers
for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 28,000 students in 2019-20. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,203 graduates in 2019-2020, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 36% enrolled at TCC. TCC's institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The Clinical Education Specialist must: Coordinate clinical education. Ensure documentation of the evaluation and progression of student clinical performance. Ensure orientation to the program's requirements of the personnel who supervise or instruct students at clinical and capstone field internship sites; and Coordinate the students' assignments in the clinical and field internship sites. Comply with the accreditation standards. The Clinical Education Specialist for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs have a critical role in bridging classroom instruction with real-world emergency care experiences. This position is responsible for overseeing and supporting all aspects of clinical and field internship education, ensuring that EMS students are placed in high-quality, hands-on learning environments that reflect the dynamic nature of prehospital care. The specialist ensures that all clinical and capstone field internship personnelsuch as paramedics, EMTs, and preceptorsare thoroughly oriented to the program's educational standards, expectations, and evaluation processes. They maintain accurate and timely documentation of student performance and progression, ensuring that each learner meets competency benchmarks aligned with national EMS education standards and provides regular updates to the Program Director and Dean. By coordinating student placements, cultivating strong partnerships with healthcare and public safety agencies, and upholding a culture of excellence and accountability, the Clinical Education Specialist ensures that EMS students are fully prepared to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care in the field. This is a restricted funded position. Funded through June 2028. Minimum Qualifications: Documented experience in emergency medical services. Knowledge of EMS curriculum. Knowledge of National EMS education standards and certification requirements (e.g., CoAEMSP). Knowledge of clinical and field internship structures and best practices. Knowledge of student evaluation and competency-based assessment methods. Knowledge of FERPA, HIPAA, and accreditation compliance. Knowledge of adult learning theory and clinical instruction methodologies. Strong organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Experience in or with relationship-building with clinical partners and preceptors. Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Experience and skilled in data tracking, documentation, and reporting. Experience and skilled Training and orientation delivery. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing clinical site availability and student needs. Demonstrated ability to maintain attention to detail in documentation and compliance. Demonstrated ability to lead and support students and clinical partners in achieving program goals. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment. Current certification as a Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) or state-licensed paramedic. Additional Considerations: n/a Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer