Assistant Professor - Surgical Technology
About The Position
SUMMARY: The Associate Professor develops, implements, and evaluates the assigned program of study on an ongoing basis. This position participates in advising students, curriculum development, program revisions, and program evaluations, teaching in the classroom, lab, simulation lab, and/or clinical setting, evaluation of student achievement, and other matters, as aligned with the mission, core values, and purposes of the college. Key Responsibilities: • Works with the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and the Program Director to facilitate appropriate program development, implementation, evaluation and assessment; • Ensures systematic review of programs to ensure quality and current course content, best practice, and achievement of regulatory standards; • Performs other duties as assigned by the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and/or Program Directors; • Serves on committees as assigned/approved; • Reports to the relevant program director.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in surgical technology or related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education required.
- A minimum of three years of practical experience is required.
- Active Surgical Technology certification is required.
- Current healthcare provider BLS CPR certification
Responsibilities
- Works with the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and the Program Director to facilitate appropriate program development, implementation, evaluation and assessment
- Ensures systematic review of programs to ensure quality and current course content, best practice, and achievement of regulatory standards
- Performs other duties as assigned by the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and/or Program Directors
- Serves on committees as assigned/approved
- Reports to the relevant program director
- Participates on interview committees and makes recommendations for hiring of faculty to program directors
- Arranges for coverage of classes during absences and emergency leaves
- Promotes rapport within the department, campus, and community
- Posts and keeps a minimum of 4-6 office hours per week that meet the needs of the student and are convenient for students seeking assistance with counseling, academic advising, and coursework
- Maintains punctuality in meeting assigned classes and clinical responsibilities
- Models professional behavior and standards of practice while in the workplace
- Functions as a change agent and leader by promoting innovative practices in educational environments
- Participates in professional development opportunities that increase effectiveness in the role and meet institutional and regulatory requirements.
- Makes recommendations regarding equipment, software purchases, and equipment maintenance contracts.
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Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
