Part-Time Skills Instructor, Surgical Technology

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Surgical Tech Skills Instructor works with faculty to provide students with hands-on surgical tech experience in a laboratory setting. Position assists the surgical technology faculty in providing learning activities and support that will lead students to the achievement of laboratory course objectives. Additional responsibilities relate to maintenance of the surgical technology lab and supplies. Skills instructors cannot provide teaching functions without a qualified faculty member being present.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide assistance to Faculty in the laboratory; including, but is not limited to, mentoring students and demonstrating material covered in lectures, assisting with the preparation of materials for hands-on and classroom activities, inventorying, maintaining, and storing equipment, materials, and supplies
2. Monitor lab safety protocols and notify the Surgical Technology Program Director of incidents in the laboratory environment and equipment repair, maintenance and replacement needs
3. Ensure learning environment enhances student intellectual and skills development; give students measurable actions to improve skills, verbal feedback in an objective manner and answer questions
4. Act as an ambassador of the Surgical Technology program
5. Responsible for other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Surgical Technology Certification from NBSTSA
• At least 2 years of work experience as a surgical technologist