Surgical Technology Instructor - Oxford

The Surgical Technology Faculty member works with the Surgical Technology Director, the respective Campus Deans, the Dean of Health Sciences and other NWCC administration. The faculty position is appointed by the Dean of Health Sciences and holds the office subject to reappointment.  The appointment is for a 12-month period and requires that the responsibilities of the position be carried out throughout the entire period.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a graduate of an approved Associate Degree Program and have/or obtain Surgical Technology Certification within 2 years of appointment.  Must have legal active status to practice in the state of Mississippi and must:

• Hold a minimum of an Associate Degree
• Have five years clinical experience working as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical room experience; or three years of experience as faculty in a surgical technology program
• Satisfy clinical agency requirements (if responsibilities include direct clinical supervision of students”, i.e., background checks, immunizations, CPR, etc. 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Surgical Technology Faculty member will provide instructional education through didactic and clinical modalities and support the administrative and supportive needs of NWCC and the surgical technology program. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Maintain health care specific requirements such as CPR certification, TB skin tests and criminal background checks to satisfy the requirements of affiliated clinical agencies.
2. Attends monthly meetings of the various campuses.
3. Oversees admission and selection process to insure it is fair and transparent.
4. Supervises curriculum development, review and revision.
5. Consolidate submissions for new items or changes to the program goals, objectives, outcomes, curriculum, documents, policies, procedures, facilities, equipment, and support activities from the various campuses.
6. Consult with the Dean of Health Sciences and Director of Surgical Technology Program for information regarding the program budgets.
7. Conduct with classroom and laboratory instruction.
8. Calculates reports and monitors the program outcomes---NWCC, MCCB, Board passing rate ( employer satisfaction, graduate satisfaction, employment rates).
9. Provides academic advising.
10. Other duties as determined by the Dean of Health Sciences.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to take initiative to solve problems. 
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. 
• Experience using technology including email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, and Internet use. 
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact tactfully and courteously with students, faculty, staff, and the general public. 
• Ability to collaborate with others and work as part of a team. 
• Must be a “quick study” to quickly grasp and retain knowledge of policies and procedures relating to every aspect of student services that a prospective or current student may utilize. 
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills to interact with a wide range of diverse individuals. 
• Flexible schedule is required to meet department needs, as some evenings, weekends, and extended hours may be required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the Surgical Technology Instructor regularly required to do the following:

• Stand for long periods 
• Talk, hear, view, and assist students 
• Communicate with others in person, telephone, zoom, & live chat
• Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
• Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel
• Occasionally lift and/or move items of at least 15-20 pounds

APPLICATION:

To apply, please attach and submit the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Provide two (2) letters of recommendation