Adjunct Instructor - Surgical Technology/CSPT (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 895,000 - 1,019,000; Part time

Job summary

The Tennessee Board of Regents is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Surgical Technology/CSPT to deliver quality instruction across on-ground, online and hybrid formats. You will align with course leads, manage syllabi, and use the LMS to disseminate materials, while ensuring timely grading and reporting within university policies.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree and CST certification, plus clinical expertise.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current CST certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
• Evidence of clinical expertise in related field.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree and CSPT certification.
• College level teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses via on-ground, online and hybrid or web-enhanced delivery modes, including classroom, laboratory and clinical instruction.
• Work with course leads and/or program coordinators to ensure consistent and equitable student experiences.
• Utilize the College’s LMS to provide course materials to students.
• Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class.
• Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours, except weekends.
• Submit final grades for each semester by the Registrar deadline and complete required reports.

Skills

Instructional delivery modes

Communication

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree

CSPT certification

IAHCSMM CSPT certification

Tools

LMS / learning management system

Job description

Adjunct Instructor – Surgical Technology/CSPT (Pool)

Position Summary

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in an equitable environment.

Essential Job Functions / Job Duties and Responsibilities

Teach courses via on-ground, online and hybrid or web-enhanced delivery modes as assigned, including classroom, laboratory and clinical instruction. Work with course leads and/or program coordinators to ensure consistent and equitable student experiences. Utilize the College’s learning management system to provide course materials to students. Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class. Regularly check College email account and department mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours, except on weekends. Complete all required reports, such as attendance, Early Alerts, student progress reports, grade submissions, and administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the deadlines. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree


• Current CST certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting


• Evidence of clinical expertise in related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree


• Current IAHCSMM or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CSPT) certification


• College level teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of and/or experience with a variety of instructional delivery modes, including synchronous and asynchronous online teaching. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse student, faculty and staff population. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Rate of Pay

$650.00 - $740.00 per credit hour

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Availability / Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close annually on October 31st. Interested applicants who wish to maintain an active application within the system, must re-apply each year.

Advertised

01 Nov 2025 Central Daylight Time

Applications close

31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time