Adjunct Professor, Central Sterile Processing (Applicant Pool 2026-2027)

Collin College; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

Collin College seeks an adjunct faculty member with expertise in Sterile Processing to teach and deliver coursework across scheduled classes. The role requires adherence to course descriptions, syllabi, and divisional guidelines, with assignments potentially on multiple campuses and possibly Dual Credit courses.

Candidates should have extensive sterile processing experience and ideally possess preceptor or teaching credentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years in Sterile Processing.
• Minimum two (2) years in the role of a tech II or higher within the past five (5) years.
• Preceptor or teaching experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow approved course descriptions and syllabi.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more campuses or off-site locations; not online.
• May include Dual Credit courses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties in accordance with college policies and core values.
• In-person work at campus; remote/telecommuting not permitted except under specific circumstances defined by law.

Skills

Teaching experience

Preceptor experience

Sterile processing knowledge

Education

CRCST certification

BLS certification

HSPA membership

CIS/CHL/CER (preferred)

Job description

Primary Location

2200 W. University Drive, McKinney, Texas, 75071

Job Summary

Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to the college’s core values, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college’s campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs. Collin College is not hiring for on-line instruction at this time.
• May include Dual Credit courses.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

In accordance with Texas Education Code §51.992, this position is designated for in-person work at a campus or other location of Collin College. Remote or telecommuting arrangements are not permitted except under specific circumstances defined by law, including temporary illness, approved distance education assignments, or other narrow statutory exceptions. All candidates should expect to perform duties on-site. Candidates are also encouraged to review this in-person requirement and reach out with any questions if further clarification is needed.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Sterile Processing.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the role of a tech II or higher within the past five (5) years.
• Preceptor or teaching experience is desired.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician(CRCST) in the field of sterile processing through the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification program.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification for Health Care Providers or equivalent.
• Current member of the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

Preferred Certifications

Certified Instrument Specialist(CIS)/Certification in Healthcare Leadership(CHL)/Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) certifications desired

This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

If selected for a dual credit course(s), an additional backgroundcheck requiring fingerprinting with the TX DPS will be required from the assigned ISD. Any questions related to the fingerprinting processshould be directed to the ISD to which the faculty member is being assigned.

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employment Type

Part time

Compensation

Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor Rates

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.