Part- Time Adjunct Faculty- Surgical Technology Program

NorthWest Arkansas Community College; Bentonville, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office/workspace resources

Job summary

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) seeks an experienced Surgical Technology instructor to guide students in academic and professional development while maintaining a positive learning environment. You will assist in labs and ensure proper training in surgical techniques and equipment.

The role requires collaboration with local dental practices and community partners to secure clinical placements, and active participation in faculty meetings, development opportunities, and college

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years as a surgical technologist in a clinical setting.
• 2–3 years teaching experience in higher education or technical school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and professional guidance to students, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Assist during lab sessions, ensuring students are properly trained in surgical techniques and equipment.
• Maintain relationships with local dental practices and community stakeholders to secure clinical placements.
• Participate in faculty meetings, workshops, and professional development opportunities offered by the college.

Skills

MS Office

HRIS systems

Time management

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Analytical reasoning

Written and oral reporting

Education

Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

* Provide academic and professional guidance to students, fostering a positive learning environment.* Offer assistance during lab sessions, ensuring students are properly trained in surgical techniques and equipment.* Evaluate and assess student performance through exams, assignments, skills demonstrations, and practical evaluations.* Stay current with advancements in surgical technology and health sciences.* Participate in faculty meetings, workshops, and professional development opportunities offered by the college.* Participate in faculty evaluation process.* Remain current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences, and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate.* Receive training or stay current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning.* Maintain relationships with local dental practices, professional organizations, and community stakeholders to ensure program relevance and to secure clinical placement opportunities.* Represent the program and college at local, state, and national meetings related to dental education.* Participate in college professional development activities.* The following are examples of what may be considered service to the college. Some of these may be required based on the nature of the program, division, or college policy.* Help students achieve their educational goals through formal and/or informal advising.* Post and keep on campus hours to facilitate interaction with students, other faculty, staff, administrators, and the public.* Serve on standing and ad hoc committees, advisory boards, hiring committees, faculty senate, or as a student organization advisor.* Attend local, regional, state, or national meetings where required or necessary for the discipline.* Mentor and/or assist in orienting new faculty either formally or informally.* Serve as a liaison for Early College Experience faculty.* Attend commencement or other ceremonies appropriate to the faculty member's discipline or program.* Attend departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings.* Perform other academically related duties as assigned by the instructor's supervisor.* Participate in faculty business meetings and forums.* Other duties as assigned.* Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred)* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a surgical technologist in a clinical setting* 2-3 years prior teaching experience in a higher education setting or technical school setting* Should be able to work effectively with employees and all levels of leadership within the institution* Must be proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio) and HRIS systems* The successful candidate must be a self-starter who takes accountability for performance while requiring minimal supervision* Must be able to handle highly confidential material efficiently and effectively* Must possess strong time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills* Ability to build relationships with individuals and teams across the institution and campus.* Ability to analyze information and recommend appropriate action* Knowledge of planning, research, and analysis techniques and procedures* Knowledge of department, operations, policies, and procedures* Ability to conduct research and perform quantitative quality assurance reviews* Ability to research, prepare, and present comprehensive written and oral reports* Ability to organize and conduct meetings and workshops* Knowledge of state and federal personnel laws, policies, and procedures* Must be able to report clear, concise and accurate ad-hoc reports to all levels of leadershipNorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and the surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, it offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training that can lead to careers in business, computer science, art, communications, culinary, nursing, construction and more. NWACC faculty and staff are committed to the success of our students and helping them develop intellectually, personally and interpersonally. NWACC professors are exceptional scholars who mentor traditional and nontraditional students within a campus and online environment that values and encourages diverse perspectives and ideas. Northwest Arkansas is one of the most economically stable regions in the nation and serves as the base of operations for Walmart, Tyson Foods Inc., and J.B. Hunt Transport Services. Their close proximity to the college offers opportunities for internships, career training and post-graduation employment, as well as access to world-class art, culture and entertainment. Arkansas’ Ozark Mountains also offer wonderful outdoor experiences and hiking trails within a short drive of the college. With its strong economy, beautiful surroundings and high-end amenities, Northwest Arkansas is also often ranked by publications as one of the nation's best places to live. With its steady growth in population, it's on track to soon become one of the nation’s 100 largest metropolitan areas. Such growth has increased cultural diversity, as well as opportunities to support various cultural events, cuisine, businesses and services. NWACC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, and welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.