Surgical Technology Clinical Director (CST)

Pima Medical Institute; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

401(k) plan with 10% match

Health & Wellness

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Denver, CO is seeking an experienced Surgical Technology Clinical Director to oversee both the clinical and classroom components of our Surgical Technology program.

In this dual-leadership role, you will manage clinical site partnerships, coordinate student rotations, evaluate student progress in the operating room environment, and deliver classroom and lab instruction to prepare future surgical technologists for successful healthcare careers.

Qualifications

• Active CST credential
• 3+ years OR scrub experience or 3+ years teaching Surgical Technology
• Current licensure or certification as required by law
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard computer applications
• Experience coordinating clinical sites and student rotations

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical site partnerships and contractual agreements
• Manage student placements, orientations and rotation schedules
• Deliver classroom and lab instruction in surgical technology methods
• Monitor student progress and maintain records and grades
• Assist Program Director with admissions and program duties

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Classroom delivery

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Baccalaureate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Surgical Technology Clinical Director (CST)

Surgical Technology Clinical DirectorLocation: On-SiteTarget Program: Surgical TechnologyType: Full-TimeCompensation: $80,000-$107,000 per year + $5,000 sign on bonus

Surgical Technology Clinical Director

Location: On-Site

Target Program: Surgical Technology

Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $80,000-$107,000 per year + $5,000 sign on bonus

Position Summary

Are you an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist ready to take your career to the next level? Pima Medical Institute is seeking a Surgical Technology Clinical Director to oversee both the clinical and classroom components of our Surgical Technology program.

In this dual-leadership and instructional role, you will manage clinical site partnerships, coordinate student rotations, evaluate student progress in the operating room environment, and deliver classroom and lab instruction to prepare future surgical technologists for successful healthcare careers.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Coordination & Site Management:

• Site Development: Secure new clinical education sites and contractual agreements with local hospitals and surgical centers.

• Student Placement & Scheduling: Coordinate with clinical staff to establish student placements, conduct site orientations, and manage student rotation schedules within clinical departments.

• Site Visits & Supervision: Visit clinical sites regularly to review, observe, and evaluate student clinical performance in the scrub role; collaborate with site preceptors and clinical instructors to ensure effective education.

• Compliance Tracking: Monitor competency evaluations, clinical skill logs, and student records to ensure all program requirements are fulfilled.

• Curriculum Alignment: Coordinate and revise the clinical education plan for the program, developing clinical objectives and recommending curriculum updates to the Program Director.

Instructional Delivery & Student Retention:

• Teaching & Demonstration: Prepare lesson plans, deliver engaging lectures, and perform practical lab demonstrations in surgical technology methods and operating room techniques.

• Student Success Management: Review student success rates by class and implement proactive plans to reduce withdrawals, aiming to maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught.

• Academic Evaluation: Evaluate student performance regarding course objectives, make necessary accommodations for distinct learning needs, and maintain student grades per institutional policies.

• Records & Grading: Prepare final grades at the end of each term to accurately update student records and transcripts.

• Program Support: Assist the Program Director with student applicant admissions and perform overall duties of a Surgical Technologist instructor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited surgical technology program recognized. A Baccalaureate degree is preferred.

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of operating room experience in the scrub role within the last five (5) years OR three (3) years of teaching in the field of surgical technology.

• Required Certification: Active Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through a national certification program accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).

• Licensure: Current license, registration, certification, or other designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the field.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and standard computer applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience as an instructor in a Surgical Technologist program.

Compensation & Employee-Owner Benefits

• Salary Range: $80,000-$107,000 per year + $5,000 sign-on bonus

• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.

• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with a 10% Employer Match.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP with HSA options), De