Surgical Technology Educator & Lab Mentor

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

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking an instructor to deliver surgical technology instruction, develop curriculum, and support student success across programs.

The role emphasizes active engagement, outcome assessment, and collaboration with faculty to uphold accreditation standards. The incumbent will prepare lessons, adhere to syllabi, mentor new faculty, and participate in program improvement activities while maintaining a positive classroom environment and ensuring documentation

Qualifications

• Graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized agency.
• CST license.
• Credential in surgical technology through an NCCA-accredited program.
• Minimum total of 2 years of experience in OR scrub or as instructor in surgical technology within past 5 years.
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider.
• Degrees from accredited institutions; non-U.S. degrees recognized if equivalence established.
• Instructors must hold required certificates, licenses, and registrations for courses taught.

Responsibilities

• Instruction and Curriculum Delivery: prepares lessons and materials aligned with curriculum and accreditation.
• Delivers instruction using varied teaching methods to support diverse learners.
• Maintains a positive, inclusive classroom environment for student engagement.
• Student Support and Success: communicates with students, provides advising, tutoring, and office hours.
• Assessment and Program Improvement: assesses learning outcomes and contributes to program improvement.
• Collaboration and Faculty Development: participates in meetings and cross-department collaboration.
• Compliance and Accreditation: ensures standards compliance and proper documentation.

Skills

Integrity & Ethics

Professionalism

Adaptability

Communication

Collaboration

Instructional Skills

Student Success

Technical Job Skills

Relationship Building

Education

CST license

NCCA-certified credential in surgical technology

BLS for Healthcare Provider

2+ years OR scrub or instructor experience

Accredited degree in related field

Certified Surg Tech

Job description

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking an instructor to deliver surgical technology instruction, develop curriculum, and support student success across programs.

The role emphasizes active engagement, outcome assessment, and collaboration with faculty to uphold accreditation standards. The incumbent will prepare lessons, adhere to syllabi, mentor new faculty, and participate in program improvement activities while maintaining a positive classroom environment and ensuring documentation