Instructor, Surgical Technology - Adjunct; Re-advertised

Instructor, Surgical Technology
- Adjunct (Re-advertised)

Job Title:

Instructor, Surgical Technology
- Adjunct (Re-advertised)

Employment Type:

Full Time/Part Time (Adjunct)

Job Description:

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission‑driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work‑life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well‑maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence.

At GTCC, you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. The instructor will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

The individual will provide laboratory and clinical instruction for students in the Surgical Technology program. Responsibilities include supporting hands‑on learning, supervising students in laboratory and clinical settings, assessing student competency and professional behavior, maintaining accurate student records, promoting a safe learning environment, and ensuring compliance with program, clinical site, and college requirements. This adjunct position serves in a part‑time capacity with primary responsibility for laboratory and clinical instruction and requires availability on Thursdays and Fridays for clinical assignments.

• Teaching
  • Provide hands‑on instruction in laboratory and clinical settings.
  • Supervise students during laboratory practice and clinical rotations.
  • Demonstrate and reinforce surgical skills, aseptic technique, and safe practice.
  • Evaluate student competency, technical performance, and professional behavior.
  • Provide timely feedback to support student learning and skill development.
  • Utilize appropriate teaching strategies to support a variety of learning styles.
  • Maintain current knowledge and practices within the surgical technology field.
• Clinical and Laboratory Oversight
  • Ensure a safe and effective learning environment in lab and clinical settings.
  • Monitor student compliance with program policies, clinical site requirements, and safety standards.
  • Support proper use and care of equipment and supplies in the laboratory.
  • Communicate with program leadership regarding student progress, concerns, or incidents.
• Professional Development
  • Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge and competency in the surgical technology field.
  • Maintain current credentials or licensure as required by the program or accreditation standards.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance instructional and clinical teaching skills.
• Administration
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and effective laboratory learning environment, including upkeep of assigned equipment and supplies.
  • Support safe practices and compliance with clinical site policies and requirements.
  • Maintain student records (e.g., clinical evaluations, skills assessments, attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using college‑approved systems (e.g., Canvas and other required platforms).
  • Comply with all applicable college, program, clinical agency, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Student Support
  • Address student concerns in a timely and professional manner.
  • Promote student success and accountability in laboratory and clinical settings.
  • Assist students in developing technical skills, clinical judgment, and professional behavior.
  • Refer students to…