Instructor - EMS Education

About the role

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).

Responsibilities

• 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).

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher
• National Registered Paramedic
• Three years of experience as a Paramedic
• Previous teaching experience

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of EMS protocols and procedures
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and situations

Benefits

• Health Plan Options – You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus.
• 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.
• 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.

Pay

Minimum hourly: $32.00

Maximum hourly: $32.00

Schedule

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