Surgical Tech Program Director

The College of Health Care Professions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Health Care Professions in Austin, TX is seeking a Surgical Technologist - Program Director to supervise instructional staff and ensure program compliance. This role requires a minimum of five years’ experience in surgical technology and current CST certification.

The ideal candidate will conduct new student orientations, monitor curricular compliance, and assist in program development. Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Minimum five years' experience as Surgical Technologist.
• CST Certified with current certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate instructional staff.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Review curriculum and textbooks with instructional staff.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Professional image presentation

Education

CST Certified Surgical Technologist - Certification Current

Minimum five years’ experience as Surgical Technologist

Job description

Job Title: Surgical Technologist - Program Director
Austin, TX

Summary: Work under supervision to standardize, coordinate and analyze assigned programs. Supervise staff and assist in day-to-day management operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following.

• Supervise and evaluate instructional staff
• Direct advisory committee activities for program
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations
• Monitor instructor lesson plans and their posting
• Screen instructional applicants
• Review curriculum and textbooks with instructors, program managers, advisory board, and school director
• Review student evaluations of instructors and programs, externship evaluations, employer surveys, and graduate surveys with the school director
• Interview prospective students during enrollment process as needed
• Conduct new student orientation as needed
• Review completion and placement rates with placement manager and school director
• Schedule in-service training
• Develop yearly start date calendar
• Assist registrar in maintaining employee and student records
• Monitor TWC, federal and accrediting standards compliance.
• Monitor policy/procedure compliance
• Assist with new program development
• Assist with student advising
• Assist Campus President with administrative functions
• Other jobs as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Minimum five years’ experience as Surgical Technologist.
• CST Certified Surgical Technologist - Certification Current
• Ability to present a professional image and act as a role model
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills