Instructor, Surgical Technology (Part-time)

Manage equipment, supplies and materials.

Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.

Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.

Attend departmental and institutional meetings.

Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.

Support student organizations and activities.

Develop relationships with business and industry.

Complete program evaluation and follow-up.

Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.

Professional self-starter with team motivated abilities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

Must meet the following:

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or higher in any field is required.

Must have graduated from an accredited Surgical Technology program which meets the requirements of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Preferred : Associate's Degree in applied science preferred.

Occupational Requirements:

Must have a minimum of two (2) years full-time (4,000 hours) of work experience as an occupational Surgical Technologist. In addition, one of the following must be met:

1. At least two (2) years of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years.

OR

2. Two (2) years of teaching Surgical Technology course work at the post-secondary level within the last five (5) years.

(One (1) year of teaching experience is equivalent two (2) semesters full-time or four (4) semesters part-time - per State of Wisconsin Legislature Administrative Code TCS3 3. 04)

Industry Certification Required:

Must hold current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) and/or current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist/Certified Surgical First Assistant (CST/CSFA) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Teaching – Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Career Essentials and Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction.

Standards of Teaching Excellence:

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

ESSENTIAL TECHNOLOGY:

• Email - Experience with an Email system (GroupWise, Outlook, Gmail...)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

SUPPORTIVE TECHNOLOGY:

Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters.
• Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems.
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology.
• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (i.e. social networking applications).
• (Optional) Distance Learning Instruction - Experience with on-line, two-way video, ITV, and other methods of distance learning instruction.

Healthcare Pathway Pre-employment Requirements:

Must satisfactorily complete health screen requirements for the Healthcare Pathway, which include a criminal background check, drug test, and verification of immunizations.

Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start in the fall semester.

Hours: This is a part-time faculty pool position. This is an "applicant pool" posting. Assignments are temporary, not guaranteed, can vary in hours/days, and will depend entirely on course availability and department needs each semester. All work must be performed in the state of Wisconsin. We are seeking candidates with flexibility to teach assignments to include any combination of the following:

• Instructional Modality: In-person
  
  
• Teaching Times: Daytime, evening, and/or weekend classes
  
  

Salary: The starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non-negotiable.

Application Materials & Requirements: Please follow these steps.

1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form. An incomplete application will not be considered.

2. Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)

• Cover Letter
• Resume

2. Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)

You must upload copies of all required credentials with your application (pdf format is ideal).

• Proof of Education: Unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution. The transcripts must show the degree awarded and the date it was conferred.
• Proof of Credentials: Copies of any professional licenses and/or certifications required by the position.

3. Please note: a resume is not an acceptable alternative to a fully completed application.

A Note for Applicants with Foreign Credentials

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents prior to applying at Milwaukee Area Technical College and must be attached to the online job application. A detailed course by course, foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet any credential requirement, even if the foreign course work has been accepted by a college or university in the United States

3. Requirements Prior to Start Date (If Hired)

If an offer of employment is made and accepted, you will be required to provide the following documents before your first day:

• Official Transcripts
• Completed Verification of Employment Form if applicable (if applicable).

Interview: As part of the interview process, selected candidates are required to prepare and present an interactive theory lesson and simulated teaching demonstration lasting 10 minutes of the overall interview time, which may be conducted in-person or virtually.

EEO: Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email j obs@matc.edu .