Surgical Technology Site Coordinator

•  Maintain clinical sites. Work closely with the Director and Career Services. Work with the students to help with job placement.
•  Complete clinical evaluation forms
•  Stay abreast of current trends in healthcare, including HIPAA, OSHA, bloodborne pathogens, and any other issues affecting Surgical Techs
•  Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
•  Interact positively with staff, students, faculty, and the public
•  Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation on Hospital Sites
•  Assist with the preparation of the National Certification exam
•  Actively participate in meeting placement and retention goals
•  Utilize and update classroom technologies
•  Update clinical agreements when necessary
•  Substitute in the absence of an instructor if needed
•  Responsible for notifying students of site changes and in the event of absence
•  Oversee clinical experience with coordinators, instructors, and students regularly—when needed
•  Attend graduation ceremonies and faculty meetings
•  Reports to the ST Clinical Director

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

•  Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.
• Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.
• Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.
• Accepts direction and feedback from supervisor and follows through appropriately.
• Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

Qualifications: Be a graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program with a current Certified Surgical Technology License. Must have a minimum of three years of field experience as a scrub tech. Ability to maintain hospital relations.

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 3:30 pm (at the Clinical Site) and Friday 6:00 am - 12:00 pm (on Campus); hours may vary based on Business/College needs.

Expectations: Site Coordinators must be accessible to students and site coordinators via email, phone, or Canvas, as needed. The Coordinator will actively monitor and track individual student progress and provide direction while on site. This position reports directly to the Clinical Director.

Must possess the following:

•  Highly developed interpersonal skills
•  Excellent time management skills and organizational skills
•  Passion for surgical technology education and instilling surgical conscience in students
•  Demonstrated commitment to diversity and dedication to excellence in career college education
•  Ability to model the CARES philosophy and core values with courage, teamwork, perseverance, and vision