Tennessee Board of Regents·Chattanooga, Tennessee
The adjunct instructor is responsible for supervising and mentoring surgical technology students during clinical rotations at assigned sites. They act as a liaison between the college and clinical affiliates while ensuring students meet clinical competencies and adhere to safety standards.
We have openings for Adjunct Faculty - Surgical Technology at our Chattanooga State campus!
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This is a 9-month adjunct position in the Nursing & Allied Health Division.
This position is primarily responsible providing clinical supervision of student clinical experience in the Surgical Technology program. Under the supervision of the Surgical Technology Program Director, the primary responsibility of this position is to provide supervision of student learning while maintaining a positive learning environment in the clinical setting, and to ensure proper documentation and evaluation of clinical performance of students. The Clinical Adjunct faculty are liaisons between the college and the clinical sites. The faculty responds to students in a timely manner and communicates with the discipline and division via college-provided tools and resources.
Supervise and mentor Surgical Technology students during assigned clinical rotations.
Serve as a liaison between the college, clinical affiliates, surgeons, and operating room staff.
Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback regarding clinical performance and professional development.
Complete required student evaluations, documentation, and progress reports in accordance with program policies.
Facilitate student participation in surgical procedures to ensure achievement of clinical objectives and required competencies.
Coordinate student assignments and movement between operating rooms and surgical services based on educational needs, case availability, and clinical site requirements.
Advocate for student learning opportunities while maintaining positive working relationships with clinical partners.
Ensure students adhere to program policies, clinical site regulations, safety standards, and professional expectations.
Address student concerns and communicate significant issues to the Program Director in a timely manner.
Attend program meetings, faculty development activities, and clinical site meetings as requested.
Maintain current knowledge of surgical technology practices, clinical education standards, and accreditation requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
Performs other job-related duties and projects as assigned in support of the Program’s and College's mission, core values and goals
**All applicant submissions must include a cover letter, CV/Resume, and Unofficial Transcript attachments**
Open Until Filled: Yes
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited surgical technology program and hold a current CST certification. A minimum of two years of experience in an operating room scrub role or as an instructor within the past five years is required.
Market context
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