Surgical Technology Program Coordinator FT

  • Valdosta
  • Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

The Surgical Technology Program Coordinator will be responsible for the execution of the program standards of an accredited program of study to include, but not limited to: the administration, organization, and supervision of the program, continuous quality review and improvement of the program, long range planning and ongoing development of the program, orientation/training and supervision of clinical and field internship preceptors if applicable, implement and follow-up of directives issued by Deans/Assistant Deans, budget planning and oversight, maintain area booklist, review and ensure accuracy of semester syllabi, collaborate with the Dean/Assistant Dean on projects and department initiatives, investigate and recommend to Dean/Assistant Dean decisions regarding academic appeals made by students enrolled in course(s), assist and and meet deadlines for national industry certification, and complete special projects. The Program Coordinator is responsible for participation in an ARC/STSA sponsored Accreditation Fundamentals for Educators workshop within one year of appointment. Additionally, the program coordinator must also participate in an ARC/STSA sponsored accreditation workshop at least once every five years. The Program Coordinator also must pursue ongoing formal training designed to maintain and upgrade his/her professional, instructional, and administrative capabilities. ** Position includes variable hours and travel. The position also includes clinical supervision of students. Requirements include ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by complying with college health and safety policies, standard practices in maintaining occupational health and safety legislation and regulations. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks to recruit, hire, and retain faculty and staff who display a willingness to support students of underrepresented gender and minority groups, as well as students with disabilities. All employees of the college are required to participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students enrolled or who seek to become enrolled in programs at the college, with a special emphasis on nontraditional program participants. Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform the duties of this position successfully, the incumbent must have the appropriate work experience, hold the appropriate certification and credentials, and be able to perform each key position duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact to request accommodations. SUMMARY OF WORKING CONDITIONS Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, Regular use of college owned or personal vehicle for performance of duties, Various types of advanced in-field equipment as required by academic program and accreditation standards, Various types of in-field related equipment. Working Conditions: Category I - High probability of exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens. Probability of working beyond the normal shift, but not frequently. Periodic travel between major Wiregrass campuses and satellite sites. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS []{style="font-size:10pt; font-varian "}