Adjunct - Surgical Technology Clinical Instructor

Herzing Brand; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Herzing University is seeking an Adjunct (part-time) Surgical Technology Clinical Instructor in Orlando. The role starts with 20 hours per week, focusing on securing clinical sites and onsite training as students gain hands-on experience.

Candidates should have an associate degree (bachelor's preferred) and a credential in surgical technology with NCAA accreditation, plus 3 years of OR scrub or teaching experience within the last five years.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related discipline; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Graduate of an education program in surgical technology with a national credential.
• At least 3 years of OR scrub or teaching experience in surgical technology within the last 5 years.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills for working with students, alumni, faculty and partners.
• Knowledge of programmatic accreditation and regulatory standards (CAAHEP) for Surgical Technology.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and guiding students in surgical technology concepts and skills.
• Contribute to Scholarship of Teaching and Learning and academic service.
• Collaborate with clinical sites and faculty to support student placement and outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Relationship-building

Diversity awareness

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Surgical technology credential (NCAA accredited)

Job description

Adjunct - Surgical Technology Clinical Instructor

Requisition Number: CLINI003170

• Posted : August 10, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Orlando
Winter Park, FL 32792, USA

Description

Herzing University has an opportunity for you to share your experience and engage our student population as Adjunct (part-time) Faculty within the Surgical Technology Program. This role will initially be 20 hours per week finding clinical sites where surgical technology students will eventually be onsite. Having the ability to network within the are and leverage local connections is key.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in a related discipline, Bachelor's preferred
• Be a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency. Posses a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCAA).
• Have at least 3 years of experience in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology (or a combination of both) within the past 5 years.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills necessary to maintain positive, professional interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employer partners.

Preferred:

• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas effectively to individuals and groups.
• Demonstrates knowledge of programmatic accreditation and regulatory standards established by CAAHEP for Surgical Technology programs.
• Experience teaching hands on skills to new surgical technologists or students.

• Adjunct Faculty are eligible to participate in the Herzing 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our excellent education assistance programs!

Compensation for this role is $50 per hour, maximum of 20 hours per week.

The position's duties and responsibilities for this role include:

• Teaching and learning
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
• Academic and Institutional Service

Within these duties and responsibilities, the following competencies are included.

• Subject Matter Expertise
• Effective Communication
• Pedagogical Mastery
• Operational Excellence
• Appreciation and Promotion of Diversity
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Utilization of Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning

These competencies, as identified by the University's academic community, encompass the knowledge, skills, and behaviors essential to a faculty member's success in the classroom and provide the basis for the faculty hiring, evaluation and development process.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Herzing University is committed to providing a diverse environment and is dedicated to fostering a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect.It provides an inclusive and collegial community where individuals are valued, heard and empowered to contribute to the effectiveness of the institution.

It is the university’s practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. https://www.herzing.edu/nondiscrimination-policy

Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix .

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