Surgical Tech

Description

JOB SUMMARY
This position has the dual role of program director/clinical coordinator and instructor. The role of program director and instructor is to carry out the educational and administrative responsibilities needed for the program to provide high quality instruction so that each student may meet the learning objectives of the program. Keeping with the educational and practice standards set by the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) is a primary responsibility of the person holding this position. The director/instructor is also responsible for working with the dean and colleagues to provide the student with the best learning environment to promote success in the students enrolled in the Surgical Technology Program

Examples of Duties

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

1. Develop AAS-Surgical technician curriculum and degree in alignment with ARC/STSA standards.
2. Obtain CAAHEP accreditation candidacy status, and HECC approval to offer a surgical technician AAS degree granting program.
3. Recommend and procure supplies, equipment and technology required for AAS degree program.
4. Collaborate with clinical partners in ensuring space allocation for laboratory instruction with at the college or at clinical site. 
5. Develop admissions processes and selection criteria, as needed. 
6. Responsible for all aspects of the program, including organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effective ness of the program.
7. Apply the standards and follow the guidelines set by the ARC/STSA for continued program accreditation and student success. Participate in ARC/STSA sponsored accreditation workshop at least once every five years. (Newly appointed program directors must participate in an ARC/STSA sponsored Accreditation Fundamentals for Educators workshop within one year of their appointment).
8. Pursue formal training designed to maintain and upgrade his/her professional, instructional and administrative capabilities.

Clinical Coordination:

1. Responsible for the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students.
2. Collaborate with community health care facilities for clinical placements where the students can practice their skills and apply learned knowledge.
3. Collaborate with college personnel and clinical sites to initiate and maintain clinical affiliation agreements.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of the clinical experiences and facility.
5. Coordinate the placements of students and clinical instructors for clinical rotations.
6. Pursue formal training designed to maintain and upgrade his/her professional, instructional and administrative capabilities.

Instructor:

1. Help advance the role and goals of a comprehensive community college.
2. Teach a range of surgical technology courses, labs and clinical rotations.
3. Assist in recruitment and scheduling of qualified adjunct faculty to assist with instruction, as needed. 
4. Create a learning environment for students inclusive of diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds.
5. Collaborate with faculty and staff from other departments and divisions to promote communication, coordinate programs, and support student success.
6. Prepare clear learning outcomes for each course and inform students of learning outcomes in a course syllabus.
7. Participate in college service and activities outside direct instruction, such as registration, curriculum development, advising, strategic planning, and educational assessment.
8. Support student recruitment, placement, and retention.
9. Post and keep office hours to be available to students for assistance outside the classroom.
10. Teach at least one evening section per year as needed.
11. Keep professionally current by participating in professional development and other activities? maintain current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation (NBSTSA CST certification, AST membership).
12. Maintain active liaison with high schools, universities, business and industry or external agencies and assist the dean with program advisory board committees as appropriate.
13. Complete instructional duties, reports, and paperwork assigned by the dean in a timely manner.
14. Attend division, department, and committee meetings and in­-service programs.
15. Incorporate, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning, laboratory and office environments.
16. Maintain and emphasize safe working conditions and practices.
17. Comply with all Board policies and administrative regulations. 
18. Prepare, maintain, and update program instruments and supplies mate and coordinate the ordering and distribution with vendors.

 
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE

• Able to be deemed “fit” following the required criminal history check.
• Knowledge of computer applications for communication and learning, including, but not limited to Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the Internet, multi-media presentations, and database management. 
• Knowledge of the curriculum development process; KCCs mission, role in higher education, and student population; possess sensitivity to a diverse student body.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members. 
• Demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in both the classroom and related educational duties. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth.

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequently moving from stationary sitting positions to standing and walking.
• Classroom, OR lab, and clinical Preop sites.
• Instruction and office hours generally occur during daytime hours, varied from 6:00AM to 5:00PM but occasional meetings, advising, and other obligations may require director to attend more hours during the evening, weekends, and non-scheduled days.
• Labs and clinicals potentially involve the use of some hazardous wastes which require the use of standard precautions including proper PPE at all times, as well as observing all state and Federal OSHA regulations.
• Labs and clinicals potentially involve employees’ exposure to infections, contagious, and blood-borne pathogens which require the use of standard precautions including proper PPE at all times, as well as observing all state and federal OSHA regulations and hospital protocols.
• Full-time faculty collaborate regularly on curriculum, maintenance, implementation, and changes in schedule and clinical sites.

Qualifications

LICENSURE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• Valid Oregon driver’s license or valid driver’s license issued by another state on date of hire with requirement to obtain a valid Oregon license required within sixty (60) days of hire date.
• Education Required:  Associate degree or greater.
• Experience Required:  Minimum of five years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the last 10 years. Must possess a current CPR certification.
• Education and/or Experience Preferred: B.S. or Master’s in Education or a Health-related field. Possess proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Ability to stand on hard floors for several hours.
• Ability to speak clearly and project voice in a standard classroom and surgical lab for 2 hours.
• Ability to think critically and problem solve clinical and lab issues.
• Ability to maintain calm instructional atmosphere with students.
• Ability to focus on task despite numerous daily interruptions to routine.
• Knowledge of instructional technology, software, and hardware.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments and materials.
• Familiar with clinical sites in the Klamath regional area.
• Must meet all required immunizations and pass a 10-panel drug screen.

Supplemental Information

It is the policy of Klamath Community College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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