Emergency Medical Technician (Emt) – Cork Based | Bls Instructor Development

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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Cork Based | BLS Instructor Development

Location

Cork City ( Bishopstown Area)

Training in Dublin (Fully Funded)

Contract

Immediate Start | 30 Hours Per Week (Core Hours)

Additional EMT & BLS Instruction Opportunities Available

About The Role

This role sits within the Operations Support Team at Codeblue, supporting both the Events and Training divisions.

The successful candidate will be based in Cork and will work 30 hours per week providing scheduled EMT medical cover at a large third-level campus in Cork City (Bishopstown area). This provides stable, consistent core hours.

In addition, Codeblue will fully support the successful candidate to become a certified Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor. All associated costs will be covered, including:

• Course fees
• Travel to Dublin
• Overnight accommodation
• Required supervised teaching components

Following qualification, the successful candidate will deliver BLS courses in Cork and the surrounding region, creating an additional income stream alongside their core EMT hours.

Beyond this, the candidate will also have the opportunity to nominate themselves for additional event medical cover shifts. Codeblue provides medical services at events throughout Cork and nationwide. Participation in these additional shifts is entirely optional and based on personal availability and preference.

This position suits an experienced EMT who is professional, personable, dependable, and committed to high standards. We are seeking someone who:

• Builds strong relationships with clients
• Engages confidently and positively with course participants
• Is reliable, punctual and accountable
• Takes pride in representing the organisation professionally

Duties & Responsibilities

EMT Medical Cover (Core 30 Hours Weekly)

• Provide scheduled EMT cover in Cork City.
• Maintain clinical standards in line with PHECC Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Represent Codeblue professionally at all times.
• Develop positive working relationships with campus stakeholders.

BLS Instructor Development

• Complete a fully funded BLS Instructor course in Dublin.
• Successfully complete all assessment and supervised teaching requirements.
• Maintain instructor standards in accordance with awarding body requirements.

BLS Course Delivery (Post Qualification)

• Deliver BLS courses across Cork and surrounding areas.
• Create a professional, engaging learning environment.
• Ensure accurate course documentation and compliance.

Additional Event Work (Optional)

• Opportunity to nominate for additional EMT shifts at events locally and nationwide.
• Flexible participation based on personal availability.

Requirements

• Active PHECC Registration at EMT level.
• Based in Cork or surrounding area.
• Full clean driver’s licence (C1 desirable).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Friendly, professional and attentive manner.
• Demonstrated reliability and strong organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel to Dublin for instructor qualification (fully funded).

Previous teaching or instructional experience is desirable but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Fully funded BLS Instructor qualification (all associated expenses covered).
• 20 days paid annual leave (pro-rata).
• Optional access to Codeblue’s pension scheme.
• Access to CPC and ongoing professional development.
• Additional earning potential through BLS instruction and nationwide event shifts.
• Clear pathway into clinical education and instructor development.

Working Hours

• 30 hours per week allocated to campus-based EMT medical cover in Cork City.
• Additional BLS instruction hours scheduled separately as courses arise.
• Optional additional event shifts available locally and nationwide.

If you are a Cork-based EMT seeking stable core hours, funded professional development, and flexible additional earning opportunities, this role offers both security and long-term progression.

Applications should include a CV and cover letter.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €15.75-€17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person