Surgical Technology Clinical Coordinator

Skill Requirements

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Surgical Technology from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning with a Surgical Technology education program accredited by a nationally recognized program accreditation agency.
• Hold a current credential/certification in surgical technology that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
• Three years of experience as a surgical technologist in a scrub role, instructor role, or combination of both within the past 5 years.

Essential Job Duties

• Maintain currency of knowledge and competency in field of specialization and areas of instruction.
• Maintain professionalism and vocational certifications, as required by position.
• Aid in student outreach and recruitment for college, Health Sciences division and program.
• Provide quality instruction which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college-approved curriculum and resources.
• Develop a course syllabus for each class taught, using the approved course abstract and syllabus template.
• Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction.
• Foster a positive classroom learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility.
• Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner, while demonstrating respect, helpfulness, and responsiveness toward students.
• Participate in required number of hours of professional development each year, to increase knowledge and foster teaching improvement.
• Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment.
• Actively participate in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives.
• Mentor part time instructors in their academic department or program area, as needed.
• Aid in textbook and course material selection.
• Participate in curriculum development and work with advisory committees, as needed.
• Provide accurate and appropriate academic advising.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, serving on committees and attending community events.
• Serve as a role model for students in the clinical setting by demonstrating professional behavior and excellence in patient care.

Non-Essential Job Duties

• Participate in professional organizations, as appropriate.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a classroom, lab and office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions. Requires extended periods of time viewing computer monitor or standing; may require adjustment of schedule to include some evening and/or weekends; may encounter occasional exposure to inclement weather during travel.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; moving surgical technology lab equipment, beds and manikins; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage for employees through the CoxHealth network at no cost to employees.
• Dental, LTD and group life insurance coverage for employees at no cost to employees.
• Access to the on-site OTC Health and Wellness Clinic at no cost for employees and their dependents.
• Use of the OTC fitness center at no cost to employees.
• Twelve (12) tuition free college credit hours per fall and/or spring semester and six (6) college credit hours per summer term for employees and/or their dependents.
• The college matches the employee PSRS/PEERS retirement at 14.5% or 6.86%.