Surgical Technology Clinical Coordinator and Faculty 9-months

Employer

Cleveland Community College

Job Location

Shelby, North Carolina

Salary Grade

Based on experience. Starting salary range $43,722 to $65,628.

Benefits

Full Benefits for 9 month faculty

Job Reports To

Dean of Health Sciences, Life Sciences, and Public Services

Job Category

Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: 01/24/2025
Closes: 05/09/2025

Target Start Date

06/01/2025

Expected Work Hours

35 hours per week

Employment Type

9-month Full-time

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications
    • Associate degree in Surgical Technology from a regionally accredited institution. 
    • Current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or National Board of Surgical Technology Surgical Association (NBSTSA).
    • Minimum of three years of documented experience, either in the operating room scrub role, or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years.
    • Minimum of three calendar years of full-time clinical experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).
    • Possess knowledge of the curriculum and the program’s evaluation of student learning and performance.
    • Strong commitment to student success and academic excellence.
    • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
    • Commitment to the College’s mission and vision.

 

 
Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to work effectively and collegially with others.
  • Skilled in the use of computers and commitment to use of technology.
  • Experience with current version of MS Office or similar programs.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Provide exceptional customer service with people internal and external to the institution.
  • Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college.
  • Flexible and adapts to change.
  • Ability to multi-task with multiple departments and activities of others.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior teaching experience in an accredited Surgical Technology Program.
  • Variety of surgical case experience in an operating room scrub role.
  • Experience with instructional technology, preferably Blackboard, and online teaching is a plus.

Position Description

Teaching Responsibilities
    • Work a 35-hour workweek, which includes eight office hours per week.
    • Maintain posted student and on-campus hours to meet the needs of the student.
    • Teach a course load appropriate for assigned field or program.The position will require day and evening hours for clinical rotations, and travel to various clinical sites.
    • Teaching loads may include online instruction, high school, hybrid or traditional delivery methods.
    • Provide equitable course content and student learning outcomes in all courses regardless of location or delivery method.
    • Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences.
    • Maintain proficiency with all classroom equipment both on and off campus. Keep equipment secure.
    • Provide a safe, positive, and clean learning environment.
    • Remain current on teaching methods with technology and enhance instructional delivery and learning outcomes.
    • Demonstrate proficiency of the College Learning Management System to deliver online instruction and enhance on campus and off campus instruction through all courses.
    • Make all courses taught accessible to all students.
    • Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to academic programs each semester according to established deadlines.
    • Promote completion of end-of-course student evaluations.

 

Clinical Coordinator Responsibilities
  • Coordinate clinical education.
  • Provide administration, organization, and provide supervision of student clinical experience.
  • Ensure documentation of the evaluation and progression of clinical performance leading to clinical competence.
  • Provide continuous quality review and improvement of student clinical experience.
  • Provide academic oversight, including curriculum planning and development of student clinical experience.
  • Ensure orientation to the program’s requirements of the personnel who supervise or instruct students at clinical sites.
  • Coordinate the assignments of students to clinical sites.
Curriculum Development
  • Develop course syllabi according to NCCCS (North Carolina Community College System) course descriptions and College standards and adhere to course syllabus.
  • Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from colleagues, divisions, the College and all academic program needs.
  • Allow and encourage participation in other College-required surveys (e.g. CCSSE: Community College Student Survey of Engagement).
  • Assist with the College’s library collection development by selecting, evaluating, and weeding learning resources in each appropriate discipline as requested.
  • Adherence to the College’s Policies and Procedures Manual.
Assessment and Evaluation
  • Participate in program and course assessments to ensure academic quality and continuous improvement.
  • Analyze assessment data to inform teaching practices and curriculum development.
  • Complete end-of-course assessments, formative (on-going) assessments and incorporate adjustments with teaching methods in order to meet learning outcomes.
Professional Development
  • Participate in 10 hours or professional development activities each academic year and College-required training.
  • Record professional development as part of the annual review.
  • Stay current with developments in the field through research, conferences, and networking.
  • Maintains annual ARRT registration.
Student Engagement and Support
  • Participate in student recruitment, advisement, advisory committee meetings, curriculum development, and registration.
  • Assist with job placement or possible study assignments, depending upon department need.
  • Participate in all graduation ceremonies.
  • Participate in the marketing, recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff.
  • Responsible for collaborating with industry and 4-year educational partners.
  • Develop and maintain productive relationships with agencies and organizations within the community/industry which are pertinent to departmental programs and to perspective graduates.
College and Community Engagement
  • Participate in required meetings and events.
  • Participate in SkillsUSA competitions relevant to the respective program.
  • Establish and cultivate effective relationships with community agencies, employers, and educational partners.
  • Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others in a collegial environment.
  • Serve on college committees and participate in college-wide initiatives.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Miscellaneous
  • Perform other duties as assigned and related assignments incident to the work described herein.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete the online employment application via PeopleAdmin. Candidates can apply by accessing https://clevelandcc.peopleadmin.com/ or by clicking the position title above.

Contact Info

Allen Kniceley, Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development, kniceleya@clevelandcc.edu

704-669-4037

200 West Jones Street Raleigh, North Carolina 27603

(919) 807-7100