Adjunct Instructor, Surgical Technology

Adjunct Instructor, Surgical Technology

Location

Sedalia, MO

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

01539

Department

Surgical Technology

Opening Date

06/16/2026

• Description
• Benefits

This adjunct position will be responsible for the delivery of the Surgical Technology program curriculum to students enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology degree program.

Position Purpose:

The adjunct instructor will work with the Program Director and Clinical Coordinator during the laboratory courses at the Clinton campus to deliver a quality educational experience to students in the Surgical Technology program.

Reports to: Director of Surgical Technology Program

Department: Surgical Technology

Essential Job Functions:

Primary responsibilities include -

• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the program and the syllabi.
• Demonstrate knowledge of course content.
• Deliver hands-on activities to enhance student learning.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation.
• Provide constructive feedback to students on their lab skills and assignments.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and advancements in surgical technology to incorporate relevant information into the curriculum.
• Collaborate with other faculty members to contribute to the instruction of students, evaluation of students, and continuous improvement of the surgical technology program.
• Maintain regular availability for student assistance during lab time and outside of lab time.
• Counsel students on performance, attendance, or other concerns, as needed.
• Maintain current BLS for health care providers by American Heart Association.
• Assist with and participate in graduation activities.
• Ensure confidentiality of student records.
• Other duties as deemed necessary for the function of the college.
• Attend professional development events.

The preceding duties are examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification but are not all inclusive. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Required Qualifications & Education/Experience:

• Be a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency.
• Possess a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
• Have a minimum total of two years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years.

Skills:

• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrate evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate student-centeredness.
• Able to interact with a broad range of people with diverse backgrounds both on and off campus in a positive manner.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the college.
• Demonstrate skilled leadership.
• Commitment to promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (8 hours).

Completed applications will include cover letter, resume, three contact references, and unofficial transcripts (official transcripts must be requested upon hire). Employment will require a criminal background check at college expense. Preference is given to Missouri residents.

AA Statement: SFCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of State Fair Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, national origin, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by law in regard to admissions, awarding financial aid, access to courses and programs, and all student services as well as the recruitment, admission and retention of students.

Part time faculty employees receive 3 credit hours of tuition waiver per semester they teach. see policy and regulation if hired.

Employer State Fair Community College

Address 3201 West 16th Street

Sedalia, Missouri, 65301

Phone 660-596-7481

660-596-7480

Website http://www.sfccmo.edu