Adjunct Instructor, Central Sterile Processing

Title: Adjunct Instructor, Central Sterile Processing

Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Location: Richmond (City) - 760

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with the education and experience of the applicant.

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance.

Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

Make an Impact in Healthcare Education

Join our team and help prepare the next generation of Central Sterile Processing (CSP) professionals. As an Adjunct Instructor, you'll bring your real-world expertise into the classroom, lab, and clinical settings, guiding students toward certification, career readiness, and excellence in patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

Teach & Inspire

• Deliver engaging instruction aligned with CSP standards (HSPA/CBSPD)
• Develop lesson plans and assess student learning through exams and hands-on evaluations

Lead in the Lab

• Demonstrate sterile processing techniques (decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage)
• Supervise lab activities and ensure adherence to safety and infection control protocols
• Provide timely, constructive feedback on student performance

Oversee Clinical Learning

• Coordinate and monitor student clinical placements
• Partner with healthcare facilities and clinical staff
• Evaluate student progress and ensure compliance with professional standards

Support the Program

• Contribute to curriculum updates, program improvement, and accreditation efforts
• Mentor and advise students on academic and career success
• Stay current with industry trends, technology, and regulations

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree or higher preferred)
• Current CSP certification (CRCST or CBSPD)
• 3+ years of recent sterile processing experience (within the last 5 years)
• Strong knowledge of CSP practices, standards, and student evaluation

Additional Considerations:

Preferred

• Teaching, training, or precepting experience
• Experience with learning management systems or simulation tools
• Excellent communication and organizational skills