Surgical Technology Instructor

Southwestern Illinois College; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan through State

Medical coverage eligibility

Employee discounts and gym access

Job summary

Southwestern Illinois College is seeking part-time/adjunct instructors for the Surgical Technology program at the Sam Wolf Granite City Campus. Courses may include classroom and laboratory settings, with occasional travel to clinical sites as required.

Responsibilities include teaching course objectives, assessing student learning, and reporting progress to the college. Applicants should meet instructor requirements, hold a CST credential, and have at least an associate degree in Surgical

Qualifications

• Meets the minimum instructor requirements for any course assignment.
• Graduate of a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program with CST credential.
• Minimum of two years in operating room scrub role or as Surgical Technology instructor in the last five years.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers, software, and internet for course delivery.
• Certification/licensure as a Surgical Technologist and recent clinical experience are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Teach objectives for each course assigned and assess student learning.
• Report student progress as required by the college.
• Support classroom and laboratory delivery and coordination with clinical sites as needed.

Skills

CST credential

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Curriculum design

Instructional design

Educational technology

Education

Associate's degree in Surgical Technology

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

LMS

Simulation tools

Educational software

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT:

Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for part-time instructors for the Surgical Technology program. Part-time instructors are hired on an as-needed basis. Your application will be placed in a pool for review as part-time teaching assignments become available.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Part-time/adjunct faculty in the Surgical Technology program are responsible for teaching the objectives for each course assigned, the assessment of student learning, and reporting of student progress as required by the college.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Meets the minimum instructor requirements for any course assignment.

2. Graduate of a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program and possess a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

3. Possess a minimum of an Associate's degree in Surgical Technology.Bachelors preferred.

4. Possess a minimum of two (2) years of documented experience within the last five (5) years in the operating room scrub role, as an instructor in Surgical Technology, or a combination of both.

6. Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

7. Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers, applicable software, and Internet - dependent on the needs of course delivery.

STARTING SALARY:

Salary varies based on educational level and number of units taught.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.

• Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
• Eligibility for medical coverage as outlined in the Affordable Care Act
• Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!

WORK LOCATION:

Surgical Technology courses are offered at the Sam Wolf Granite City Campus. Instruction may include classroom and laboratory settings, with occasional travel to affiliated clinical sites as required.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Applications will be reviewed as assignments become available.

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Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Curriculum Development and Instructional Design to create and refine effective surgical technology learning experiences.
• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Education skills to clearly present complex concepts, engage diverse learners, and foster an inclusive classroom environment.
• Candidates should possess Training experience, particularly in clinical or healthcare settings, to guide learners in applying surgical technology principles safely and professionally.
• Certification or licensure as a Surgical Technologist (e.g., CST) and recent clinical experience in the operating room or related setting are highly beneficial.
• A minimum of an associate or bachelor's degree in Surgical Technology or a related healthcare field is preferred; prior teaching or academic experience is an asset.
• Ability to use educational technology, learning management systems, and simulation tools; commitment to student-centered teaching and continuous professional development.