Western Carolina University Hiring for Part-time Instructional Clinical Practicum – Lab Preceptor #C at Cullowhee, NC Full Time

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https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/6231

Working Title:

Part-time Instructional Clinical Practicum – Lab Preceptor #C98701

Department:

School of Health Sciences

Salary Range:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting Information:

Employees at WCU may be required to submit to campus based COVID 19 vaccination or testing requirements.

This position is on site at our Cullowhee (or Biltmore) campus.
Western Carolina University invites applications for the position of Temporary Part time Instructional Clinical Practicum – Lab Preceptor. Responsibilities include instruction and supervision of Western Carolina University paramedic interns in the undergraduate Emergency Medical Care Program. Successful applicant will supervise students completing clinical rotations at designated clinical affiliate sites.

The clinical load will vary weekly according to required clinical components of the Program at that time – averaging approximately 8-10 hours a week over the semester.

This is a temporary time limited salaried position which does not receive benefits. (May be eligible for Affordable Care Act health insurance)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position:

Thorough familiarity with equipment/diagnostic techniques, data gathering, record keeping and clinical management protocols.

Ability to effectively interact with clientele with diverse medical issues.

Ability to effectively impart knowledge to undergraduate student population through clinic management instruction and supervision

Minimum Qualifications:

AHA BLS and ACLS certifications, eligibility for North Carolina licensure/certification as a paramedic or National Registry Paramedic certification, physician, physician’s assistant, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse.
Clinical experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

AHA BLS and ACLS certifications, eligibility for North Carolina licensure/certification as a paramedic or National Registry Paramedic certification, physician, physician’s assistant, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse.
Clinical experience required.

Open Date:

02/01/2017

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must apply online. Applicants must include resume, cover letter, list of references with full contact information, and verification of AHA BLS and ACLS certifications.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.

Background/E-Verify:

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE:

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at [email protected]

University Safety:

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.