Surgical Technology Educator

Ember Education; Soudan (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking an experienced instructor in surgical technology to deliver high-quality curriculum and foster student mastery of program outcomes.

The role emphasizes preparedness, engagement, and collaboration with colleagues to improve instructional effectiveness. The instructor will align lessons with accreditation standards, participate in program assessment, and provide guidance to students through advising and office hours.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology education program.
• CST license required.
• Credential in surgical technology through an NCCA-accredited program.
• Minimum 2 years of OR scrub or instructional experience in the last 5 years.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• Degrees from accredited institutions; non-US equivalents recognized.
• Instructors must hold the prescribed certificates, licenses, and registrations.

Responsibilities

• Instruction and Curriculum Delivery: Prepare lessons and materials; adhere to syllabi and program goals; deliver varied instruction; maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Student Support and Success: Maintain communication on progress; provide academic advising and tutoring; engage in student affairs activities.
• Assessment and Program Improvement: Regularly assess learning outcomes; use data to improve courses; stay current with trends.
• Collaboration and Faculty Development: Participate in meetings and development activities; collaborate across departments; mentor new faculty.
• Compliance and Accreditation: Ensure standards compliance; document grades/attendance; participate in assessments.
• Other Duties: Ensure materials relevance; maintain equipment; take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Instructional skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an education program in surgical technology

CST license

Credential in surgical technology through NCCA program

2+ years operating room or instructional experience

BLS for Healthcare Provider

Degrees from accredited institutions (US or equivalent)

Instructors must hold required certificates/licenses

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking an experienced instructor in surgical technology to deliver high-quality curriculum and foster student mastery of program outcomes.

The role emphasizes preparedness, engagement, and collaboration with colleagues to improve instructional effectiveness. The instructor will align lessons with accreditation standards, participate in program assessment, and provide guidance to students through advising and office hours.