Surgical Technology Instructor

Brookline College • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

Brookline College is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to educate and mentor students preparing for careers in surgical technology. The instructor provides technological and academic training and helps students develop the competencies described in course objectives. The program is hybrid: theory is taught remotely, while lab skills are taught on campus.

The instructor plans and delivers lessons that account for students’ abilities and learning styles, provides accommodations when needed, advises students, and uses varied evaluation methods to support learning. The role also includes identifying students who may be at risk of leaving the course, referring them to student services and the Campus Director, contributing to academic committees, and complying with applicable state, Department of Education, and accreditation regulations.

Requirements

• Healthcare Provider and Basic Instructor Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) credentials.
• Associate degree or higher.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification.
• At least 3 of the past 5 years in the operating room, teaching, or a combination of both.
• If teaching experience is included, at least 3 years of operating-room experience at some point in the career.
• Proficiency with computers and commonly used applications, and the ability to learn new applications quickly.
• Ability to react quickly.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Instructors outlining the acquisition of a degree or diploma must have graduated from schools accredited by agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Educate students and provide technological and academic training.
• Ensure students understand the competencies necessary to meet all objectives in the syllabus.
• Design and carry out a lesson plan for each class that recognizes students’ abilities and learning styles and provides accommodations when needed.
• Identify students at risk of leaving the course and refer them to student services and the Campus Director.
• Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling.
• Use varied evaluation methods, including cooperative learning, reports, and teamwork, to support student abilities.
• Provide input to and participate in academic committees focused on enriching programs and student life on campus.
• Comply with state, Department of Education, and accreditation regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Two weeks of starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service with the company.
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Company-paid life insurance at 1× annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for the employee and family, up to 100% depending on the program.

What This Job Offers

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