Program Specialist - Surgical Technology (Part-Time)

Indian River State College; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 19,729 - 28,100; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Florida is seeking a part-time Program Specialist for Surgical Technology. This role requires an Associate in Science degree and at least 2 years of related professional experience. You will assist in the laboratory and guide students in skill development while demonstrating professional behavior and sound judgment. The position offers a pay rate starting at $17.36/hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of documented professional experience in the discipline.
• Current professional certification and/or licensure in the related discipline.
• Proven laboratory skills in respective disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the instructor in the skills laboratory.
• Demonstrating safety principles and sound judgment.
• Guiding students in skills development and accuracy.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate in Science degree or Bachelor's degree in discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office software

Job description

Program Specialist - Surgical Technology (Part-Time)

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KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of an Associate in Science degree in the discipline with 2 or more years of documented professional experience directly related to the discipline; OR Bachelor’s degree in the discipline;
• Appropriate current professional certification and/or licensure in the related discipline;
• Two or more years of documented professional experience and/or graduate coursework in the respective discipline;
• Proven knowledge of contemporary discipline theory and practices;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills;
• Proven laboratory skills required in respective disciplines;

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential job functions and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the instructor of record with skills laboratory or direction of students in work setting;
• Demonstration of safety principles, professional behavior and sound judgment;
• Demonstration of current knowledge and technical expertise in the respective discipline;
• Clearly, accurately, and effectively guiding students in the development of necessary skills;
• Demonstration of oral and written communication skills and team work;
• Demonstration of working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and IRSC’s internet platform.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting the instructor of record with facilitation of student learning of cognitive, effective and/or psychomotor skills to meet the overall course objectives and program goals;
• Assisting the instructor of record with assignment and direction of students in work setting;
• Assisting instructor of record with collection of data for instructor of record’s evaluation of student;
• Assisting the instructor of record to support student success by referring students to college resources;
• Maintaining positive communication with college students, college employees, and affiliating agencies;
• Assisting the instructor of record with required documentation;
• Participating in department, division, and college meetings as assigned;
• Maintaining equipment and supplies on assigned campus(es);
• Participating in professional development activities to enhance professional knowledge and skills;
• Contributing to the recruitment and retention of students;
• Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, and stoop. This position also requires sufficient eyesight to observe, sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly to situational needs, manipulate equipment and evaluate procedural results; sufficient hearing to assess needs and communicate verbally with students and others; sufficient verbal and written skills to communicate needs promptly and effectively in English; and lift a minimum of 30 pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Employment Type: Part-time | Pay range starts at: $17.36/hour. Open until filled.