What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technology Adjunct position at Ivy Tech Community College?
Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the school. This posting will stay open continuously to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position.FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes following College policy and course objectives.
- Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
- Develops / maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
- Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, showing evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
- Interacts with students and co-workers professionally and cooperatively, and complies with college policies, campus guidelines, and expectations.
- Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and all learning environments.
- Adhere to scrub or professional dress code
- Perform other related duties as assigned consistent with commonly accepted practices.
- A qualified faculty member in Surgical Technology meets all four of the following criteria :
- Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
- Possesses a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or Certified Nurse Operating Nurse, (CNOR before 2003), and
- Has a minimum total of five years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both within the past ten years,
- Possesses proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning.This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.A qualified faculty member in Surgical Technology meets all four of the following criteria :
- SURG 112 Course Standard : A qualified faculty member teaching SURG 112 (lab course) meets the course standard through one of two routes :
- Meets the Surgical Technology Program Standard.
- Possesses an earned associate's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
- Possesses a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
- Has a minimum total of three years of 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.
- SURG 114, 212, 214 Course Standard : A qualified faculty member teaching SURG 114, 212, and 214 (clinical courses) meets the course standard through one of two routes :
- Meets the Surgical Technology Program Standard.
- Possesses an earned associate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Possesses a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA), and
- Has a minimum total of two years of 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.
- Must have a strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.https : / / docs.google.com / document / d / 1Urmw3PrP-etvOcydlCdsjWgG2N9nP4WoDTHnb6HT2Vc / preview#heading=h.uzffs7dtyei6Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights. Learn More
