The Clinical Instructor serves as a clinical resource for Surgical Technology students, providing guidance, support, and supervision in the clinical setting while conducting clinical evaluations to assess student performance and competency.

Job Requirements:

Two years of the last five years spent as a practicing surgical technologist and/or instructor in a surgical technology program.
Graduation of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency is required.
One of the following certifications is required: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C).
Credentials must be in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Verification of immunization vaccines and tests recommended by Center for Disease Control for Healthcare Workers.
Current CPR certification with Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider; certification must be obtained through American Heart Association.
Availability to work three days per week, as scheduled, from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, not to exceed 29 hours per week; clinical schedule varies based on program schedule.
Valid state issued driver's license.
Bilingual is a plus.

Essential Functions:

Effectively manage clinical settings to create an optimal learning environment.
Maintain instructional materials and instruct students in competency-based curriculum using current instructional strategies appropriate to subject matter in Clinical settings.
Evaluate students on a recurrent basis to provide timely indications of students' progress toward competencies and knowledge required for successful completion of the program.
Provide academic, personal, and behavioral counseling to students to support their successful completion of program requirements. Collaborate with Program Coordinator to devise appropriate intervention measures to effect maximum student retention and program completion.
Maintain up-to-date records of student attendance, academic progress, and grades as required by district policy and certification agencies. Process, maintain and/or monitor paperwork required for clinical operations (surgical procedures documentation, grading, follow-up data, etc.)
Develop and maintain community/business contacts and participate with industry advisory committee to promote interaction among students and practitioners, assure the program curriculum remains a current reflection of job market skill requirements and to facilitate placement of students.
Participate in projects/assignments in support of the campus or program, as assigned, which might include activities such as assistance with, attendance at school events, performing monitoring duty in assigned area, etc.
Continue to develop professional expertise in industry-specific topics through attendance/ participation at conferences, professional development training, professional associations, periodic industry internships and industry related events.
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in making decisions regarding the provision of services to internal and external customers and in day-to-day operations of the department. Interpret and implement policies in a manner consistent with the interests of the district. Provide advice and consultation to executive management as requested. Investigate and resolve issues, as needed, represent the department and district in a professional manner to all.
Maintain dependable attendance and timely arrival in accordance with scheduled work hours.
Perform all other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required

Shift: Varies

Salary Schedule: Standard rate schedule for non-regular (temporary, adjunct, substitute) and regular part-time employees

Hiring Range: $35 per hour

Benefits: N/A

Physical Demands: This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position. Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 20 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands; repetitive use of fingers and hands. Occasional Requirements: Reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 40 pounds. Must be able to travel or work extended hours, as needed. Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus. Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information.

Closing Date: For maximum consideration, receipt of application material is November 18th. However, the position will remain open until filled.

NOTE: TULSA TECH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER