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Title: Program Director and Faculty of Surgical Technology- 10 M

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: Roane State Community College

Department: Health Sciences

Campus Location: Roane State Community College

Job Summary

Establish annual program goals and maintain a plan for ongoing program evaluation in conjunction with program faculty and the dean that are consistent with the mission of the college.

Job Duties

• 1. Establish annual program goals and maintain a plan for ongoing program evaluation in conjunction with program faculty and the dean that are consistent with the mission of the college.
• 2. Maintain compliance with professional accrediting agency, Tennessee Board of Regents and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools – Commission on Colleges.
• 3. Design and administer a systematic curriculum for students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-competency in the chosen surgical technology program a. Develop, evaluate and revise instructional materials including syllabi, course plans, objectives, laboratory activities, teaching materials and evaluation tools. b. Develop pertinent policies and procedures for the program in accordance with college policies. c. Develop course and clinical schedules. d. Assess the effectiveness of the program of study
• 4. Prepare and administer the Surgical Technology budget.
• 5. Participate in the selection, supervision and evaluation of program faculty.
• 6. Participate in recruitment of students including developing and maintaining accurate program promotional materials a. Develop criteria for admission of students to the program and chair the admission/progression activities. b. Advise current and prospective students.
• 7. Monitor student academic and clinical performance and progression.
• 8. Maintain an effective and safe campus laboratory.
• 9. Coordinate program advisory committee and program faculty meetings.
• 10. Maintain program records and assist in the preparation of required reports.
• 11. Facilitate partnerships with community agencies to ensure optimal student clinical placement and experiences.
• 12. Communicate with clinical affiliate(s) as needed to meet needs of the student, facility and program.
• 13. Participate in professional development activities to enhance personal and professional development.
• 14. Function as full-time faculty member and coordinate clinical experiences.
• 15. Participate in community service and professional organization activities.
• 16. Participate in college committees.
• 17. Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree and a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency.

Current surgical technology certification.

Five years' experience either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or combination of both, within the past 10 years.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in education or a health-related field is preferred.

Experience in administration including program planning, outcome assessment and personnel/student evaluation,

Experience in curriculum development, implementation and evaluation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with others.

Problem solving, team building, critical thinking and expertise in curriculum development is required.

Understanding of the philosophy of the community college.