Surgical Technology Instructor

Job Description

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Job Title:                Surgical Technology Instructor

Location:                Cowan Campus

Reports To:            Surgical Technology Director

FLSA Status:         11 Month / Exempt

Benefits:                Employee Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Oklahoma Teacher Retirement; Sick, Personal, Community Service and Non-Contract Leave; Paid Holidays; $3,600 Flex Benefit; Employee Tuition Reimbursement Assistance; 401a Employer Match

Job Group:            CF-CJ, dependent on degree

TC Data Code:       7

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SUMMARY

An instructor is responsible for the design, delivery, and evaluation of curriculum and ensuring the overall effectiveness of the program. In addition, ensure the instructional space is safe and appropriate for all participants. The Instructor will also be responsible for assisting students in finding positive related placement.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Must possess and maintain a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program.  Minimum two years of current experience in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both.  Prefer a standard teaching certification with vocational certification and proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design or program planning.  Must be able to effectively work with faculty, staff, administration and industry professionals

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Meet and instruct students providing performance based individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of instructional techniques.
• Assist in development, revision, and updating of competency-based curriculum materials including written curriculum and audio-visual instructional support materials staying current with industry trends and technology.
• Instruct students in the use, care, and safe operation of machinery and equipment and the care of furniture, material, and supplies.
• Instruct students in the importance and significance of accuracy, neatness, efficiency, resourcefulness, and good work habits in obtaining and retaining employment.
• Work cooperatively with the Clinical Coordinator to arrange, schedule, and supervise student clinical practice at approved the clinical sites. This will include instructor travel.
• Ensure all students take and pass certification tests for which they qualify.
• Sponsor or co-sponsor a chapter of Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA), the student organization for students in health occupation training.
• Evaluate each student’s performance based on knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned in the areas being taught; maintain competency records, progress reports, attendance reports, and employment references for students.
• Work Cooperatively with the Academic Center and Instructional Coaches to provide educational services for students who need additional educational support.
• Maintain a clean and orderly classroom, shop room, storage room, and office space to include safe working conditions and appropriate safety precautions per industry regulations.
• Use proper purchasing procedures and maintain required inventory records on all equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Assist in placing all students available for employment or additional educational experiences upon completion of the program.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in the staff developments, in-service education activities, and selected professional growth activities as provided by the district and within your career and technical field.
• Work cooperatively with other instructors, administration, and staff.
• Participate in the evaluation process with the assigned administrator
• Assist in upholding and enforcing the rules and regulations of the Board of Education.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The primary work environment is in a classroom environment that regularly requires employee to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Requires reliable, dependable and punctual attendance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This is not an exhaustive list and reasonable accommodations may be made as needed.

Canadian Valley Technology Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or genetic information in its programs, services, activities and employment. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator: brent.casey@cvtech.edu;  504 Coordinators: 504@cvtech.edu; 405-262-2629, 6505 E Hwy 66, El Reno, OK 73036

Salary : $61,991 - $83,886