Surgical Technologist Academic Teaching (STAT) Program Assistant

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technologist Program

2. Certified in the Specialty of Surgical Technology

EXPERIENCE:

1. 2 or more years of experience as Certified Surgical Technologist

2. Current active status functioning as a Certified Surgical Technologist in a perioperative setting

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Supports STAT Clinical Education Coordinator in the delivery of didactic and clinical instruction in Surgical Technology.

2. Assists with the clinical evaluation of student performance and program curriculum; performs clinical competencies with students.

3. Daily implements student clinical rotation schedule. Participates in recruiting and interviewing of potential students.

4. With STAT Clinical Education Coordinator, evaluates program effectiveness. Provides feedback to the Senior Administrativeprogram sponsor and STAT Clinical Education Coordinator to assure effective program operations and student retention.

5. Maintains continuous and open communication with department personnel, clinical preceptors, and students with respect to changes and updates in programmatic administration, and/or instructional policies and procedures.

6. Actively serves as clinical instructor through proactive involvement and communication to assure effective program operations. Assists with the coordination of visiting expert lecturers to provide students with diverse learning experiences.

7. Assists STAT Clinical Education Coordinator with the maintenance of a clinical education plan and other documentation which identifies and supports the program's mission. Maintains student records as mandated by federal, state, and organizational policies.

8. Actively participates in patient care and surgical/invasive procedures in an effort to maintain professional and clinical skills.

9. Participates in meetings, projects, and committees, as directed, in an effort to contribute to the attainment of established goals and objectives including the development of a sustainable surgical technologist workforce.

10. Actively participates in professional development activities such as periodic attendance at professional society meetings, to maintaincurrent knowledge of national clinical practice standards.