Adjunct Faculty Surgical Technology

About the Role

Ivy Tech seeks qualified adjunct faculty to supplement the Surgical Technology instruction needs of our students at the Evansville, IN campus. This is an in person role based on the Evansville, IN campus. Students in this program may go on to work in Hospitals, Surgery Centers, Specialized Surgeon Offices, or in Medical Sales. Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in person at the Evansville, IN campus
• Teach in off site hospitals and surgery centers as well as on site lectures; travel site to site is required
• Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes
• Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements
• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook
• Submit requested information within established timelines
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance
• Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues
• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s)
• Use technology such as Blackboard, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate
• In event of emergency absence, notify program/department chair
• Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views; promote same as an integral part of one's work

Schedule

This class is scheduled to run during the second fall term beginning on October 26th, 2026. These classes run 2 days a week 6 hours per day daytime clinical days beginning at 6am to 3 pm.

Pay

$45.00 per contact hour (approximately $2,160 per 8-week course).

Minimum Qualifications

• AAS or higher from accredited institution
• Possesses a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA)
• Have a minimum total of two years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years
• Must be located to teach in-person at the Evansville, IN campus

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as faculty in higher education

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents