Part-Time Sterile Processing Technician Instructor

Salary:

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: FY2300740

Location:

Main Campus - Baytown, TX

Division:
Provost/Academic & Student Affairs

The Part-Time Sterile Processing Technician Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction that promotes student learning, engagement, and success in the Sterile Processingprogram. The instructor prepares and delivers classroom and laboratory instruction using effective teaching strategies that address various learning styles and support workforce readiness.

Note:
This position is anticipated to begin in Summer 2027at the Mont Belvieu campus.

• Prepare, develop, and deliver course instruction in accordance with Lee College curriculum, program outcomes, and industry standards.
• Develop and update instructional materials, lesson plans,assignments, and assessments as needed to support student learning.
• Teach the theory and hands-on skills required for students tobecome competent Sterile Processing Technicians, including decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging,sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical instruments and equipment.
• Demonstrate and reinforce proper sterilization techniques,infection prevention practices, quality assurance standards, and workplace safety procedures.
• Supervise laboratory activities and evaluate student competency through practical demonstrations, skills assessments, examinations,and other evaluation methods.
• Maintain accurate student attendance, grades, and required instructional records in accordance with Lee College policies and procedures.
• Foster a positive and safe learning environment that encouragesstudent engagement, professionalism, and academic success.
• Maintain current knowledge of sterile processing practices,healthcare regulations, certification standards, and emergingindustry trends.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners while demonstrating professionalism, teamwork,and strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Participate in required departmental meetings, training, and professional development activities as appropriate.
• Perform other instructional and job-related duties as assigned.

• Perform other instructional and job-related duties as assigned.

• Must be a Certified Registered Central Service Technician(CRCST).
• Three (3) years of full-time, current experience in a sterile processing department, including decontamination, assembly,sterilization, and instrumentation management.
• Ability to teach effectively across various student populations and at multiple instructional sites.
• Proficiency with computers and relevant software, including learning management systems (LMS) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and motivationalabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students ofvarying backgrounds, experiences, and learning needs.
• Self-disciplined and able to work independently while managing instructional responsibilities.

• Graduate of a Sterile Processing program.
• Associate's (or higher) degree in a health-related field.
• Surgical Technologist Certification and an Associate's degree from an accredited program.
• Teaching experience.
• Experience supervising or mentoring students in clinical or educational settings (e.g., surgical technology program).

Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.