Assistant Professor, Surgical Services (Allied Health Programs)

Santa Fe College Employees; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Fe College in Gainesville seeks a nine-month Assistant Professor for Surgical Technology to provide engaging instruction and real-world learning experiences. Duties include teaching anatomy, pharmacology, procedures, aseptic technique, and clinical practicum across day, evening or online formats.

Starting salary is $50,549 annually; summer opportunities may add compensation. Requires credentials in surgical tech and related education program, plus background checks.

Qualifications

• Faculty must be knowledgeable in surgical technology with credentials.
• Experience teaching surgical technology courses preferred.
• Criminal background check and health screenings required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction across didactic, lab, and classroom settings.
• Promote college missions with quality instruction and service.
• Collaborate to evaluate and revise curriculum for mastery.
• Demonstrate tech literacy and innovative pedagogy in teaching.
• Maintain records of attendance, grading, and outcomes.
• Provide timely assessment and feedback to students.

Skills

Surgical technology knowledge

Teaching / Instruction

Curriculum development

Education

Surgical technology credential (NCCA)

Education degree or credential

Job description

Compensation

$50,549.00 Annual

Job Description Summary

The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on October 6, 2026.

The Allied Health Programs at Santa Fe College (SF) is seeking a nine (9) month Assistant Professor for the Surgical Technology program to promote and encourage student success through quality instruction and real-world learning experiences.

Under general supervision, the Assistant Professor will develop, prepare, and teach a variety of coursework in surgical technology including anatomy, pharmacology, surgical procedures and instruments, aseptic technique, medical terminology and clinical practicum. This position will be housed primarily at the Northwest Campus but may be assigned to one of the College’s six locations throughout Alachua and Bradford counties. Candidates must have the flexibility to teach courses during the day, evening, or online, as well as taught using other distance learning formats. This position has a 9-month contract based on teaching 15 credit hours in the Fall and 15 credit hours in the Spring. Summer instructional opportunities may be available for additional compensation based upon departmental need.

This position’s starting salary is $50,549 annually. Any salary amount above this is commensurate upon an individual’s qualifications.

Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties Include

• Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction to didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting.
• Supports and promotes the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
• Collaborates with the Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates the mastery of course content.
• Demonstrates technological literacy and innovation in the delivery of instruction.
• Works collaboratively as part of a cohesive academic team.
• Assists with the implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the SF philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
• Participates in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
• Provides students with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
• Appropriately documents student progress and maintains records including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.
• Develops methods that fairly and accurately assess students’ progress in achieving the stated learning outcomes/objectives.
• Maintains appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
• Keeps a record of operating procedures and may share position specific knowledge, including use of collegewide ERP and related system processes, by providing guidance on standard operations and established departmental procedures as needed.
• Provides service to the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities.
• Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
• Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Chair, Allied Health Programs

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: Faculty/instructional staff must be effective in teaching and knowledgeable in subject matter as documented by appropriate professional credential(s)/certification(s), education, and experience in the designated content area. Faculty with instructional responsibilities in core surgical technology courses must be a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency; and possess a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA); and have a minimum total of two (2) years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five (5) years.

Additional Requirements

A criminal background check and drug screening will be conducted. Documentation of immunizations and Basic Life Support certification are required.

Preferred

A bachelor’s degree and a certification in central service processing.

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
• Adaptability to Change – able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
• Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors.
• Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
• Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
• Team Orientation & Interpersonal — highly motivated team-player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization.
• Relationship Management – able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
• Results Orientation – proven ability to set and exceed established targets.
• Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
• Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
• Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.

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