Adjunct Instructor - Surgical Technology

Adjunct (part-time) faculty in this position teach courses in didactic, lab, and clinical formats at all levels of Surgical Technology training. Depending upon program needs and the candidate’s qualifications, teaching assignments will be primarily on LCC’s downtown Lansing campus with the possibility of Clinical sites and/or online assignments. An on-campus presence and traditional in-person teaching is required. Adjunct faculty are expected to work collaboratively with senior department faculty, department coordinators, and the Program Director to develop course content consistent with official course syllabi and accreditation standards. Duties include preparation of course materials, delivery of instruction to students, assessment and grading, and assisting students outside of class. Additional responsibilities may include participation in course assessment, department/program meetings, advisory board meetings, professional development activities, and other duties as needed. Faculty must demonstrate a commitment to the diversity of a multi-cultural population, as well as work effectively in a team-based environment, seeking continuous improvement and adherence to the community college philosophy.

Adjunct faculty in this position must be qualified to teach in one or more of the following courses and subject areas:

• Fundamentals of Surgical Tech (SURG 100)
• The Surgical Patient (SURG 101)
• Surgical Asepsis (SURG 103)
• Surgical Pharmacology (SURG 108)
• Basic Surgical Procedures (SURG 109)
• Advanced Surgical Procedures (SURG 110)
• Surgical Specialty/Prof Prep (SURG 111)
• Applied Surgical Techniques I-IIV (SURG 121, 122, 123, 124)

Required Qualifications: Associate Degree (or higher) in Surgical Technology from a regionally accredited college or university. Current unencumbered Surgical technologist certification from The National Board of Surgical Technology And Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); certification must be maintained throughout the duration of employment. Current American Heart Association BLS Certification for healthcare professionals; certification must be maintained throughout the duration of employment. Minimum 2 years of work experience as a certified Surgical Technologist (CST) within the last 5 years. Experience must be in the operating room scrub role, as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both. Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population and as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications: Current member of the Association of Surgical Technologist (AST) professional organization. Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited college or university. Teaching experience at the college or community college level. Course management system (Desire2Learn) experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including email, electronic calendars, presentation software, etc.