Company: Pima Medical Institute
Location: Chula Vista, CA
Career Level: Director
Industries: Government, Nonprofit, Education
Description
Coordinate the clinical education and instruction of students in the Surgical Technologist program.
Exciting Opportunity for Surgical Technologist Clinical Director in Chula Vista, CA!
Are you an experienced Surgical Technologist ready for a new challenge beyond the operating room? We are seeking a passionate individual who enjoys teaching and training future Surgical Technologists.
As our Clinical Director, you'll have the unique opportunity to build relationships with healthcare leadership and ensure our students have the best externship placements. If you're looking to make a significant impact and embrace a less hectic schedule, this role is perfect for you.
- Lifework Balance
- Monday - Friday schedule
- Clinical and Educational Role
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Secure new clinical sites and contractual agreements.
- Review student success rates by class and implement a plan to reduce student withdrawals. Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program. Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
- Monitor competency evaluations and clinical records with students. Conduct orientation for students at each clinical education site.
- Maintain student grades by established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
- Evaluate the performance of students regarding course objectives and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
- Visit clinical sites to review and evaluate students' clinical performance and progress. Coordinate with site instructors to ensure clinical education is effective.
- Coordinate the clinical and didactic education for the Surgical Technologist program. Coordinate and revise the clinical education plan. Recommend changes to the Program Director.
- Coordinate with clinical staff to establish a regular site for students. Coordinate the scheduling of students within the department. Develop clinical objectives and evaluations.
- May assist the Program Director with student applicants for admission into the program.
- Prepare lesson plans and instruct students in Surgical Technologist methods and techniques.
- Perform the duties of a Surgical Technologist instructor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree from a CAAHEP or ABHES-accredited surgical technology program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or training from an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., military program) in surgical technology. Baccalaureate degree is preferred.
- Three (3) years of operating room experience in the scrub role within the last five (5) years and/or (3) years teaching in the field of surgical technology.
- Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience as an instructor in a Surgical Technologist program preferred.
- Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required through a national certification program accredited by the National Commission on Certifying agencies (NCCA).
- Must hold a current license, registration, certification, or other designations as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the field.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Hiring range: $81,575 - $101,970
- Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP with HSA), Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Short & Long-term Disability
- Basic Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Leave & Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Program
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