Part Time/Adjunct Surgical Technology Instructor

Savannah Technical College is seeking Part Time/Adjunct Surgical Technology instructors.  The part time/adjunct faculty member will provide theory and practical instruction to a level sufficient for students to develop the skills necessary to become employed in the profession of Surgical Technology.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

·     Under general supervision demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques, testing, and grading procedures, to include proper maintenance of grade books and any other appropriate record-keeping required. 

·      Must demonstrate knowledge of current procedures in the Surgical Technology field and demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills. 

·      Follows approved course syllabus. 

·      Monitors students’ use of supplies, materials, and equipment, and ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. 

·      Advises and counsels students and maintains appropriate advisement records on each student. 

·      Attends meetings as required and appropriate. 

·      Maintains qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia Policy Manual. 

·      Follows rules and regulations as described by the Technical College System of Georgia and other policies and procedures established by the Savannah Technical College.

Qualifications

·      Must possess an Associate’s Degree in Surgical Technology. Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Degree must be from a private or public postsecondary institution accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or both. 

·     Must be a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). 

·     Three (3) years’ work experience in-field within the past five years as a surgical technologist in O.R. or as a Surgical Technology Instructor.

·     Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·     Must possess excellent customer service skills to work professionally with Savannah Tech employees, students, and visitors.

·     Educational theory and methodology experience preferred.

Physical Demands – job requires classroom and clinical responsibilities
Teaching responsibilities are typically performed in a classroom/lab environment with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling for three (3) – four (4) continuous hours at a time.  The employee frequently lifts/carries objects that weigh 10lbs. or less.  Clinical responsibilities are typically performed in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center. The exposure to infectious diseases, gas, fumes, and radiation is possible during clinical rotations.    

Salary/Benefits 
Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. 

Application Deadline

Position considered open until filled. Candidates must pass a criminal background check.  Applicants must submit a completed Position considered open until filled.  Candidates must pass a criminal background check.  Applicants must submit an electronic application through Team Georgia Careers, and attach cover letter and resume (incomplete submissions will not be considered).  Please include your annual salary for each position held.

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.

Note: No phone inquiries please.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant.  If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration.

Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Invitation to Self-Identify  For compliance activities, contact Melissa Banks, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or (912) 443-3388, mbanks@savannahtech.edu.  Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn:  Melissa Banks, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405.

STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.

Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.