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OT Training Solutions LLC

Instructor/Operator

Fort Dix, NJ

$59K - $78K/yr

Job Functions and Responsibilities Conduct instruction on the following training and certification courses: o Basic Life Support (BLS) recertification and instructor certification o Pre-Hospital ...

OT Training Solutions LLC

Instructor/Operator

Fort Dix, NJ · On-site

$59K - $78K/yr

Job Functions and Responsibilities • Conduct instruction on the following training and certification courses: o Basic Life Support (BLS) recertification and instructor certification o Pre-Hospital ...

OT Training Solutions LLC

Instructor/Operator

Fort Dix, NJ · On-site

$59K - $78K/yr

Conduct instruction on the following training and certification courses: o Basic Life Support (BLS) recertification and instructor certification o Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) o Advanced ...

Virtua

BLS Educator PD - EMT Instructor

Berlin, NJ · On-site

$40.50/hr

Appropriate instructor certification. Hourly Rate: $40.50 Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription ...

Life Time, Inc.

Aquatics Swim Instructor

Wayne, PA · On-site

Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You ... StarGuard Elite Lifeguard, BLS CPR, and First Aid Certified (or bridge to StarGuard when current ...

Life Time

Aquatics Swim Instructor

King Of Prussia, PA · On-site

Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You ... StarGuardElite Lifeguard, BLS CPR, and First Aid Certified (or bridge toStarGuardwhen current ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for bls instructor in Philadelphia, PA is $20.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.63 and $20.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a BLS instructor?

A BLS Instructor is a certified professional who teaches Basic Life Support (BLS) courses, including CPR and emergency response techniques. They provide training to healthcare professionals, first responders, and the general public, ensuring they can perform lifesaving procedures in emergencies. Instructors follow guidelines set by organizations like the American Heart Association (AHA) and assess students’ skills to certify their competency.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a BLS instructor?

As a BLS Instructor, your daily responsibilities often include preparing lesson plans, setting up and maintaining training equipment, delivering interactive lectures, and leading hands-on skill practice sessions. You'll evaluate participant performance, provide constructive feedback, and handle necessary course documentation and certification records. BLS Instructors commonly work with healthcare professionals, first responders, or community members, and may teach in hospitals, training centers, or on-site at client locations. Collaboration with other instructors and administrative staff is also a key part of the role, ensuring courses run smoothly and meet required standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a BLS instructor?

To thrive as a BLS Instructor, you need a thorough understanding of basic life support protocols, CPR techniques, and current AHA (American Heart Association) guidelines, as well as a valid BLS Instructor certification. Familiarity with training manikins, AED trainers, and multimedia presentation tools is essential for effective instruction. Strong communication, patience, and adaptability help instructors engage diverse learners and address varying skill levels. These abilities ensure high-quality instruction and confident skill development for participants, which are critical for effective emergency response.

Can anyone become a BLS instructor?

To become a BLS instructor, candidates must have current healthcare provider certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), demonstrate teaching skills, and complete an instructor training course approved by the certifying organization. There are typically age and experience requirements, and candidates must pass a skills assessment and exam to qualify as an instructor.

How do I become a BLS instructor?

To become a BLS instructor, you must complete a BLS instructor course offered by an authorized training center, which includes training on teaching BLS skills and adult learning principles. After successfully completing the course, you can apply for instructor certification, which typically requires holding current BLS provider certification and demonstrating teaching ability.

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Instructor/Operator

OT Training Solutions LLC

Fort Dix, NJ

$59K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Description

MIOSS Instructor/Operator

This opportunity is contingent upon contract award.

Fort Dix, NJ

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Instructor/Operator (I/O) shall provide support of mission support services that develop and use advanced learning technologies and methodologies to improve medical education and training for healthcare teams and patients for the purpose of improving healthcare options.


Job Functions and Responsibilities

Conduct instruction on the following training and certification courses:

o Basic Life Support (BLS) recertification and instructor certification

o Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

o Advanced Life Support (ALS)

o Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

o Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Provider/Instructor Courses or Other Courses as required

o TC 8-800 Sustainment Training

o Instruct CLS IAW Deployed Medicine Guidelines

o CLS recertification and training/validation

Operate MSTC Training Devices in support of 68W led sustainment training, TC 8-800 validation, and all TC3 Tiers.

Utilize cadavers in MEDCoE approved Programs of Instruction

Conduct 68W NCO Train the Trainer Training

Conduct all other medical Just-In-Time Training (JITT) within MSTC capabilities properly approved by appropriate medical proponent.

Serve as primary and/or alternate program director and/or program administrator with the current credentialing authority, where no Government personnel are available to fill the role.

Provide training certification instruments (cards, certification numbers, for completion of training)

Maintain I/O instructor credentials for courses provided

Provide administrative support as required.


Required Qualifications

Applicant must be one of the following:

o Former 68W or 18D Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) Advanced Leader Course (ALC) Graduate

o Former Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) 8404

o Navy Independent Duty Corpsman (E-6 or above)

o Former Air Force 4NOX1

o Former Aerospace Medical Service (4NOX1) E-6 or above

o Currently licensed Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Physician

Possess and maintain National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) with a level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher from a medically credentialed certified instructor.

Must maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (via American Red Cross/other accredited certifying agency equivalents)

NREMT Certified and current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Must complete all tables of Training Circular (TC) 8-800, Medical Education and Demonstration of Individual Competence (MEDIC) on an annual basis

Comply with BLS Instructor certification requirement.

Certifications highly preferred: NREMT Certified and current National Registered Paramedic (NRP), Advanced Life Support (ALS) Instructor certification

Familiar with computers; possess basic Microsoft Office suite skills.

U.S. citizen, ability to obtain Contractor CAC.

Secret Security clearance preferred.

Capable of instructing a mixed population of Soldiers, both inexperienced and seasoned.

Ability to conduct training in classroom or a field training/evaluation environment.


Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel maybe required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed, and perform special projects as assigned.


OT Training Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.


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