Life Support Instructor, Department of Surgery, School of Medicine

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Unit

School Of Medicine MBU

Department

Surgery

Department Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

The Life Support Instructor is responsible for the delivery quality and consistency of American Heart Association AHA Basic Life Support BLS education. This role serves as a lead instructor for BLS and Heartsaver courses independent of direct supervision and ensures courses are conducted in compliance with AHA guidelines Training Center policies and organizational standards. Assists in administrative responsibilities for BLS classes including but not limited to instructor scheduling equipment set up and upkeep and course paperwork. May assist in the instruction of other courses ACLS PALS EMT etc as needed if qualified.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Course Delivery

Serve as primary instructor and/or lead faculty for Instructor-led BLS courses BLS Heartcode and Heartsaver courses

Ensure all BLS courses meet current AHA guidelines policies and educational standards

Model best practices in adult learning skills instruction assessment and remediation

Maintain a consistent high-quality learner experience across all BLS offerings

Instructor Leadership & Support

Provide mentorship coaching and informal evaluation for BLS instructors

Assist with onboarding orientation and ongoing development of BLS faculty

Support instructor remediation and performance improvement when needed

Serve as a point of contact for instructor questions related to content testing or course delivery

Program Quality & Compliance

Ensure accurate completion of all AHA-required documentation and rosters

Assist with quality assurance activities including course audits and feedback review

Help maintain compliance with AHA Training Center and organizational policies

Identify opportunities for standardization and continuous improvement

Operational & Administrative Support

Collaborate with course administrators on scheduling staffing and logistics

Assist with inventory oversight equipment readiness and classroom setup

Support implementation of program updates new initiatives or process changes

Serve as a liaison between instructors and program leadership

May be assigned as instructor to other course disciplines and programs within CTCCE if qualified.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

Valid and current American Heart Association AHA Basic Life Support BLS Instructor certification

Demonstrated experience teaching BLS courses

Reliable transportation to class locations

Demonstrated knowledge of AHA Training Center rules and requirements AHA BLS course requirements.

Must be able to work independently without direct supervision.

Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect professionalism and civility with a population of faculty staff and students from all backgrounds and experiences or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education & Experience

Virginia Dept Health EMT or higher

AHA ACLS Instructor

AHA PALS Instructor

Experience in EMS nursing allied health or hospital-based education

Clinical-based experience at VCU Health

Comprehensive knowledge of CTCCE programs and courses

Salary Range

55000-70000

Benefits

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits paid annual and holiday leave generous tuition benefits retirement planning and savings options tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs employee discounts well-being resources abundant opportunities for career development and advancement and more.

FLSA Exemption Status

Exempt

Hours per Week

40

Restricted Position

Yes

ORP Eligible

Yes

Flexible Work Arrangement

Fully Onsite

University Job Title

2123B - Health Educator HS Base

Contact Name

Janelle Fortes

Contact Email

janelle.fortes1vcuhealth.org