Surgical Technology Lab Instructor/Clinical Coordinator at Iowa Lakes Community College

Spencer, IA 51301

About the Job

Position: Surgical Technology Lab Instructor/Clinical Coordinator

Classification: Unclassified
Department: Health Education

Report to: Dean of Health Education

General Job Summary:

This is a part-time position (27.5 hours per week) located on the Spencer Campus. Primary responsibilities are to assist with Surgical Technology lab courses as assigned per semester. Additionally, this position will track student surgical clinical cases, evaluate and report student performance, and evaluate student progress. Must be able to obtain certification as a Certified Surgical Technician.

% of TIME Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Constant

(67-100%)

Effectively organize and teach in contracted lab courses in accordance with established syllabi. Assignments may include various delivery formats, methods, work schedules, and locations.
Evaluate, report, and record student performance and progress in accordance with college and division guidelines.
Maintain current course syllabi and provide student guides for all courses taught.

Frequent

(34-66%)

Interview prospective students as requested and assist in the admission and recruitment process.
Assist in coordinating and monitoring students in the clinical practicum rotations.
Coordinate clinical education.
Provide administration, organization, and provide supervision of student clinical experience.
Participate in the Program Advisory Committee (PAC).
Advise Program Director in curriculum development and revisions.
Participate in the development of printed materials related to the program – college catalog, brochures, and course schedules.
Ensure documentation of the evaluation and progression of clinical performance leading to clinical competences.
Provide continuous quality review and improvement of student clinical experience.
Ensure orientation to the program’s requirements of the personnel who supervise or instruct students at clinical sites.
Coordinate the assignments of students to clinical sites.

Occasional

(10-33%)

Professional development to keep current with developing trends and ideas in the profession.
Purchase and maintain clinical lab equipment and supplies.
Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of communication within the college and community.
Encourage and foster student participation in professional organizations, college activities, and community activities.
Attend scheduled orientations and meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Represent the College in a most positive, professional manner to prospective, former, and current students, staff, and the community, and understand the Community College concept.
Possess a commitment to a student-centered environment.
Ability to organize and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying backgrounds and abilities and adjust teaching techniques accordingly.
Present oneself in a classroom setting in a manner that is acceptable and consistent with program and College guidelines, policies, and practices.
Assume responsibility; deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, staff, administrators and other contacts.
Read, understand, and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written communications.
Possess strong human relations skills and the ability to effectively relate to diverse personalities and sensitive to various learning styles.
Be a creative, energetic, and self-motivated individual with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
Possess a working knowledge of personal computers and educational media equipment.

Special Demands:

Position involves sitting or standing most of the time in an office or classroom/laboratory setting. Constant (67-100%) reaching, standing, walking, lifting, manual dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions and viewing various types of close visual work. Frequent (34-66%) stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and carrying and perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, texture by touching with skin, particularly in fingertips. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (10-33%). May be required to travel between sites utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions, job duties/responsibilities, and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate Degree preferred. Three years of recent, relevant operating room experience. Completion of a state or nationally recognized examination. Must be able to obtain certification as a Certified Surgical Technician.

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Fringe Benefits: Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Employee retirement plan.

Application Process:

The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:

Employment Application form
Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)
A letter addressing your qualifications for the position
A resume
A copy of transcripts, with originals due upon hiring

Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.

Position open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. View complete job description and application process at www.iowalakes.edu/employment. Contact Lynn Miller at lmmiller@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409. Iowa Lakes Community College, Human Resources, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334.

Non-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Iowa Lakes Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age (employment), sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C §§ 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Trudy Ahrens, Equity & Title IX Coordinator, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334, 712.362.0433, tahrens@iowalakes.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov

A formal discrimination complaint process is published in the Student Handbook, Employee Handbook, and the Affirmative Action Plan of the College.