Because we all have a role
in making care exceptional
Instructor – EMS Education
Req#: 335580
Location:
Facilities: Akron General Medical Ctr
Professional Area: Administrative and Business Professionals
Department: 9564 Paramedic Education Program-Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Job Code: G99923
Schedule: PRN
Shift: Variable
Apply Today!
Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations.
As an EMS Education Instructor, you will instruct and supervise students in the classroom for assigned courses in the clinical and didactic setting. You will be responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating curriculum and performing clinical site visits, record-keeping, and other school operations. Our instructors educate those who serve directly in their communities. We strive to create a culture of excellence and thirst for learning in both our students and instructors. This supports the Cleveland Clinic’s Vision to be the best place for care anywhere, and the best place to work in healthcare.
A caregiver in this position works varying days/evenings between 8:30AM – 10:00PM. Shifts will be worked in 4-hour blocks as follows: 8:30AM – 12:30PM, 1:15PM – 5:15PM and 6:00PM – 10:00PM. Some weekends may be required.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
-
Instruct assigned EMS courses in the classroom and laboratory setting including lecturing, instructing lab sessions and other classroom duties.
-
Execute laboratory sessions based on lab agendas provided by the program.
-
Identify equipment needs and enact course plan including instruction, supervision of simulated skill practice and evaluation of student performance when required.
-
Offer one-on-one tutoring on practical skills and didactic material to EMT and Paramedic Students.
-
Assist with the maintenance of accurate inventory of all EMS program supplies and equipment.
-
Make recommendations to Program Director regarding equipment/product purchases.
-
Assist with written test administration and evaluation.
-
Evaluate students in clinical/field internship rotations and submit student evaluations to the Program Coordinator.
-
Demonstrate continuing competence and currency in the professional discipline and teaching methodologies through a variety of activities (e.g., professional work experience, graduate education, continuing education, research and other forms of professional growth).
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
-
High School Diploma or GED
-
FESI (Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, Level II) course completion within 90 days of hire
-
State of Ohio Paramedic Certification
-
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
-
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or ALS through American Red Cross
-
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within one year of hire
-
ITLS Provider within one year of hire
-
Basic Life Support Instructor (BLSI), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Instructor (ACLSI) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor (PALSI) through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within one year of hire
-
ITLS (International Trauma Life Support) Instructor certification within one year of hire
-
Five years of EMS experience as an EMT, Advanced EMT or Paramedic. Two years of the required five years of experience must be as a paramedic
-
Proficient with computers and software used for instructional purposes
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
-
Associate’s Degree or higher
-
National Registered Paramedic
-
Three years of experience as a Paramedic
-
Previous teaching experience
Physical Requirements:
-
Extensive travel from place to place at the work location and to travel between work locations
-
Working in a stationary position for extended periods
-
Occasional moving or transporting up to 25 pounds.
-
Ability to manipulate and move patients.
-
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Personal Protective Equipment:
-
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $32.00
Maximum hourly: $32.00
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
Hello
Nursing Support Career Paths
Working for Cleveland Clinic is more than just a job – it can be a launching point for an exceptional career. Nursing Support plays a critical role in ensuring excellent care and positive patient experiences. There is a wide range of roles to contribute to this vital team. We are committed to providing you with the resources and support you need to define and follow your own unique career path, whether in Nursing Support or other areas of our organization. Nursing Support opportunities include:
Benefits Offerings
Our caregivers deliver the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. We are committed to providing them with the kind of exceptional care they bring to our patients. Caregivers like you come to work each day with a passion for what you do. So, we are always focused on fueling that passion, empowering you to be your best both inside our hospitals and in your life. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. Explore the following benefits and get a closer look at how we’re focused on what matters most to you.

We offer the following choices to cover your health, dental and vision care as well as life insurance.
- Health Plan Options – You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus. Both plans are administered by Aetna and feature minimal copays for in-network care. Although the benefit designs of EHP and EHP Plus are identical, they differ in their provider network size, with EHP offering a narrow network and EHP Plus providing access to the wide Aetna Open Access Select network. Both plans include access to Cleveland Clinic providers. The health plan also offers Healthy Choice, a voluntary program where participants earn premium discounts for achieving wellness goals.
- Dental Care – Four plan options administered by Cigna are available.
- Vision Care – Two plan options administered by EyeMed are available.
- Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs are available to help you pay for eligible expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- Life Insurance – Employer-paid life insurance equals 1x your annual salary with an option to purchase supplemental life insurance up to 10x your salary. You may also purchase dependent life insurance for a spouse and dependent children
- Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage – Short-term disability is available after one continuous year of regular full-time service; long-term disability begins after 90 days.

Because financial security is essential to a secure retirement, we sponsor a comprehensive retirement program to help you build for your financial future:
- Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan offers eligible employees an excellent opportunity to build a retirement account for the future. It is fully funded by Cleveland Clinic and equal to 2.5% of your salary (increasing with more years of service).
- The 401(k) / 403(b) Plan also provides an important source of retirement savings. It allows participants to take responsibility for their financial future by making retirement savings a part of their normal routine while working. In addition to your contributions to the plan, Cleveland Clinic matches a portion of your contributions (50% on up to your first 6% in contributions).

- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Eligible caregivers receive Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be allotted toward vacation, holidays, sick time, etc.
- Caregiver discounts – We offer discounted rates for auto, home and pet insurance, identify theft protection and more.
- Adoption assistance – We provide financial assistance of up to $5,000/per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit) for caregivers who choose to legally adopt a child.
- Employee Assistance Program – The Program provides free, confidential short-term counseling for caregivers and their families, whether for relationships or legal challenges.
- Employee Hardship Fund – This fund provides aid for caregivers experiencing unexpected financial difficulties.
- Paid maternity and parental leave – You will enjoy up to eight consecutive weeks for maternal care after the birth of your child to bond with your baby and up to four weeks for parental care.


Join our Community!
Creating a profile in Cleveland Clinic’s Talent Community will allow our recruitment team to support your job search and identify the right opportunities for you. We will send out email job alerts and upcoming events based on your individual career background and objectives.
Please click below and complete the form to opt in to our Talent Community.











The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug-free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.