Adjunct Faculty, Surgical Technology

Cuyahoga Community College; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 9,566 - 11,458; Part time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College seeks a part-time (adjunct) faculty member to teach surgical technology. Responsibilities include preparing lectures, evaluating students, and maintaining records. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, current CST certification, and a minimum of three years as a surgical technologist. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and teaching experience. The position offers compensation of $942.00 per Equated Semester Unit (ESU).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with minimum 3 years practicing.
• Current operating room experience in the scrub role.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches lectures, labs and clinical experiences in surgical technology.
• Prepares and delivers course materials.
• Evaluates and grades students’ work.
• Maintains student attendance records and grades.

Skills

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Advanced communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Master’s degree in a related discipline (preferred)

Job description

Special Note

This is a part-time (adjunct) faculty position. Candidates will be interviewed and hired on an as‑needed basis throughout the academic year.

Department: Health Professions

Reports To: Associate Dean

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req7021

Employment Type: Part‑Time Faculty

Union Position: Non‑Union

Work Schedule: To be determined based on business unit needs. Classes may be offered during the day, evening and/or weekend. Please indicate your availability when applying for this position.

Job Description

Teaches a full range of lectures, labs and clinical experiences in surgical technology, and assists the Program Director as needed.

• Prepares and delivers learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
• Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, clinical work, assignments, papers, and examinations
• Visits student clinical sites as required
• Maintains and submits student attendance records, grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines
• Be available to students for coaching
• Periodic meetings with supervisors, division, or College, relative to teaching duties and training and development

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with a minimum of three years practicing as a surgical technologist
• Current operating room experience in the scrub role and/or current experience as an instructor in surgical technology
• Demonstrated instruction for surgical technology students
• Current member of the Association of Surgical Technology (AST)
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent)
• Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of the community

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related discipline
• Teaching experience

In order to be considered for an Adjunct faculty position, these additional documents are required to be uploaded: Unofficial transcript & license/certifications (Based on requirements outlined in posting).

Special Note: Compensation

This is a Part-Time Faculty position, with the following set rate of pay: $942.00/Equated Semester Unit (ESU).

Special Instructions to Applicants

During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.