Surgical Technology Faculty

Job Vacancy Announcement

Position Information

Position Title

Surgical Technology Faculty

Position Type

Faculty

Department

Surgical Technology

FLSA

Exempt

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Grade

..

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)

Tenure Track

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

Prince George’s Community College invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Surgical Technology beginning in Fall 2023 (pending budget approval).

Continuing Tenure Track : Faculty hired on 2-year conditional track, upon successful performance and evaluation, the hires may continue towards tenure track, and is renewable each year for two years.

The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered on any Prince George’s Community College campus, or at off-campus locations. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, curriculum design. The instructor performs all other duties as directed by the Department Chair, Division Dean or the President or designee

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a Bachelor Degree, Masters Preferred
  • Documented education or experience in instructional methodology, curriculum design and program planning
  • Graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency*
  • Credentialed in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies ( NCCA )
• Minimum total of five years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past ten years.
• *Surgical technology education must be a minimum of an Associate Degree.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Mastery of course content
• Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff
• Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction
• Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities, as needed
• Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.).
• Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills
• Research skills (where appropriate)
• Time management, planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Ability to teach in non-traditional formats (online, remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings and accelerated).
• Ability to perform a range of physical positions and mobile conditions including but not limited to occasionally moving materials 5-25 pounds.
• Ability to teach core introductory courses and general education courses in economics
• Knowledge of and the ability to teach, handle, and maintain art related materials, chemicals, and equipment in a safe and responsible manner

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction with course outcomes.
• Using applicable technology and andragogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
• Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional development as required
• Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus
• Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department; inform students in a timely manner of their progress
• Create and administer assessments that monitor student progress; provide timely student feedback.
• Provide an orientation at the first- class meeting to include (as applicable) an overview of the course syllabus, an outline of course objectives, course requirements, attendance policy, grading system, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.
• Notify students of key dates and course adjustments
• Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course (may include maintaining an up-to-date electronic grade book, and entering final grades by the established due date).
• Maintain accurate class records; submit required class records by the established due date
• Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as directed.
• Follow department and division requirements for maintaining office hours, advising students, and referring students to appropriate resources.
• Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays. Maintain regular communication with students. Use the assigned PGCC email for communication with the department and with students.
• Submit annual program budgets to the Department Chair and work closely with the appropriate Department Chair on the development of annual department budgets for approval by the Division Dean.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

PROGRAM ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Administration, organization, supervision of the program, including student clinical experience
• Continuous quality review and improvement of the program, including student clinical experience
• Academic and clinical oversight, including curriculum planning, and development and alignment to accreditation Standards and Guidelines
• Ensure documentation of the evaluation and progression of clinical performance leading to clinical competence
• Recruitment, training, evaluation and management of faculty
• 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.
• Ensure program is compliant with ARC / STSA Accreditation Standards and Guideline

Candidates for teaching positions who are invited for an interview will be asked to demonstrate their teaching effectiveness in a simulated classroom laboratory, or other relevant pedagogical situation, the conditions of which will be determined in advance and shared with all candidates prior to the interview. In addition to the criteria listed below, other information gained from and observations made during the interview process, including the review committee’s assessment of simulated teaching performance, may be considered in selecting candidates to be recommended for appointment.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds maybe required. An understanding of and the ability to teach, handle, and maintain art related materials, chemicals, and equipment in a safe and responsible manner is essential.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Extent and relevance of graduate educational preparation to anticipated teaching assignment
• Relevance of teaching experience to anticipated teaching assignments in classroom and clinical settings
• Relevance of non-teaching experience to anticipated teaching assignments
• Evidence of quality teaching, including faculty evaluation scores and ratings, teaching awards earned, courses designed, developed, and/or revised, etc.
• Evidence of knowledge of and experience in employing instructional methods and techniques appropriate to diverse student learning styles
• Evidence of currency in professional discipline through continuing education, professional development, and/or scholarly activity
• Evidence of ability to teach effectively within, and contribute positively to, a diverse, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural student population and campus environment
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

PGCC192411/12

Open Date

12/10/2022

Close Date

01/13/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Background Check Statement

Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George’s Community College’s current vaccine mandate will expire for students, faculty, and staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID -19 vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended.

Application Status ; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Which of the following best describes your level of completed education? (Education details must be included in your application.)
   • Master's Degree or above from an accredited college/university
   • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university
   • Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university
   • One to two years of college credit (30 credit hours is equivalent to one year)
   • Less than 30 credits from an accredited college/university
   • High School Diploma or GED
   • None of the above
2. * Describe your work experience in the surgical technologist field?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Are you credentialed in the field of Surgical technology?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Please be advised that as required by the 1986 Immigration Act, candidates must be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing identity and that you are a U.S. Citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. It is the college's policy that PGCC does not provide sponsorship for prospective employees. Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • HERC
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Personal Referral
   • PGCC Website
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
   • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
   • The Washington Post
   • Other: Please indicate below
   • Educause
6. How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected 'Other' please indicate source:
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation 1
3. Letter of Recommendation 2
4. Other