Instructor, Sterile Processing - Full time Faculty Assignment

Houston Community College • Houston, TX

13d

About The Position

Provide expertise and knowledge in support of the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses that meet higher education standards, teach using effective methods, and provide engagement and support that encourage student learning. Faculty responsibilities include teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service.

The instructor is expected to teach a full load each semester as defined by the Faculty Workload Guidelines and demonstrate classroom teaching expertise and experience. Teaching may take place at various District locations, including partner school districts, and may use face-to-face, hybrid, online synchronous or asynchronous, or combined modalities. The instructor may need to meet affiliate-site requirements to teach clinical courses.

Responsibilities include preparing and delivering instruction; assessing student, course, and program outcomes and using the results to improve teaching; maintaining student records and submitting required materials on time; advising and supporting students; maintaining professional knowledge and instructional skills; and contributing to institutional, departmental, program, and community activities. The instructor will use and troubleshoot sterile processing equipment and facilities and, where appropriate, maintain instructional laboratory equipment.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher; alternatively, five years of exceptional work experience plus a sterile processing certificate may be considered in lieu of the required degree.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification required.
• Three years of current experience in a sterile processing or central service department, or operating room.
• Must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCC affiliate sites by meeting their entry requirements.
• Willingness and ability to teach day, evening, and/or weekend classes at multiple sites around the city.
• Knowledge and skill in computer use and software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication ability.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Sensitivity to students from different academic and socioeconomic backgrounds and to students with disabilities.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
• Self-discipline and ability to effectively manage others.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred.
• Clinical or classroom education skills preferred.
• Experience as a clinical supervisor for students in a sterile processing program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full semester load and demonstrate knowledge and skill in the discipline.
• Collect, analyze, document, and report outcome-assessment data and use it to improve teaching and learning.
• Improve instructional quality by reviewing and using innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Develop and use course and laboratory syllabi in accordance with college, discipline, and department guidelines, and submit a copy to the department chair.
• Plan and use varied teaching methods and materials suited to course outcomes and students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
• Evaluate student progress toward course objectives and learning outcomes, and communicate progress in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit required reports, forms, grades, and attendance rosters within stipulated timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach at varied times and locations, including dual-credit sections at partner school districts, and in face-to-face, hybrid, online, or combined modalities.
• Use and troubleshoot sterile processing equipment and facilities responsibly; perform routine maintenance of instructional laboratory equipment where appropriate.
• Use classroom technology competently and explore new instructional methods and technologies.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community; provide student access through office hours and other appropriate communication methods.
• Advise and assist students with instructional and program-specific issues, and make presentations about academic programs, transfer and career opportunities, activities, and support services.
• Coordinate with the Chair or Director on academic advising activities as needed.
• Set annual professional-growth objectives with the department chair, keep current with developments in the discipline, apply technologies that support learning, and participate in evaluation processes.
• Participate in institutional service events, discipline and program meetings, department, college, and system meetings or committees, and college-related activities.
• Follow HCCS policies and procedures and contribute to activities that support the college mission, accreditation, planning, departmental goals, and budget priorities.
• Review and revise curricula and practices to meet professional standards, state requirements, industry needs, and higher-education requirements.
• Assist with articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.
• Meet affiliate-site entry requirements to teach clinical courses.

Benefits

• HCC values employees and their contributions and promotes opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree