Department of Emergency Health Sciences

EHS Full-Time First Responder Group Coordinator

The Department of Emergency Health Sciences (EHS) in the School of Health Professions at UT Health San Antonio invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month Lecturer, Assistant Professor/clinical, or Associate Professor/clinical faculty position.

The position of Coordinator, First Responder Organization (FRO) is a faculty instructor role at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Health Professions, Department of Emergency Health Sciences. This position is responsible for the administrative and operational aspects of providing continuing education and quality assurance for the Bexar County First Responder Group and other entities that contract with the Department for these services.

EHS faculty engage in scholarly activities that contribute to the program’s agenda and advance the profession. They also serve the school, university, and professional communities and contribute to the advancement of UT Health San Antonio’s mission in all areas.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

· Coordinate and oversee continuing education and quality assurance (QA) activities for internal and contracted First Responder Organizations (FROs)

· Support the duties of the EMS physician medical director

· Develop and deliver monthly continuing education modules for FRO personnel

· Maintain QA files and certification records for all participating organizations and their personnel

· Review FRO patient care reports to ensure quality control and clinical accuracy

· Ensure compliance with Texas Department of State Health Services and organizational standards for EMS training and operations

· Prepare and submit required documentation for EMT educational programs to the state

· Serve as a clinical resource and provide direction in patient care when necessary

· Collaborate with external agencies and partners to support EMS training contracts and program implementation

· Participate in university, state, and local committees related to emergency medical services and professional practice

· Maintain accurate departmental records and policy documentation

· Support continuous performance improvement and clinical oversight initiatives

· Perform additional duties as assigned by the Department Chair and EMS FRO medical director

Required Qualifications:

· Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic Certification or Licensure

· EMS Instructor certification (EMS Coordinator certification preferred)

· American Heart Association Instructor certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or eligible to obtain within 6 months of hire.

· Broad knowledge and practical experience in emergency or critical care medicine

Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree or higher

· DSHS EMS Coordinator

· Experience working in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

· An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in place of formal degree requirements

UT Health San Antonio full-time faculty benefits include an excellent retirement plan, faculty development opportunities, and a salary commensurate with experience and education. Clinical practice opportunities may be available through a faculty practice plan.