What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor, Central Sterile Processing position at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College?
Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
Make an Impact in Healthcare Education
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging instruction aligned with CSP standards (HSPA/CBSPD)
- Develop lesson plans and assess student learning through exams and hands-on evaluations
- Demonstrate sterile processing techniques (decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage)
- Supervise lab activities and ensure adherence to safety and infection control protocols
- Provide timely, constructive feedback on student performance
- Coordinate and monitor student clinical placements
- Partner with healthcare facilities and clinical staff
- Evaluate student progress and ensure compliance with professional standards
- Contribute to curriculum updates, program improvement, and accreditation efforts
- Mentor and advise students on academic and career success
- Stay current with industry trends, technology, and regulations
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree or higher preferred)
- Current CSP certification (CRCST or CBSPD)
- 3 years of recent sterile processing experience (within the last 5 years)
- Strong knowledge of CSP practices, standards, and student evaluation
- Teaching, training, or precepting experience
- Experience with learning management systems or simulation tools
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.