Adjunct Faculty, Surgical Technology

Position Summary:

The Adjunct Faculty role includes primary responsibility for providing quality instruction and maintaining a positive learning environment with an emphasis placed on teaching, supporting and evaluating students. Assigned courses will be for online instruction.  

Courses Available to Teach and Course Outcomes:

HEA 1011: Professionalism in Allied Health: Discuss the expectations of an allied healthcare professional in the workplace. Use emotional intelligence, self-management, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively in the workplace. Assess internal and external communication skills with all exchanges. Prioritize the patient care experience with successful interactions and patient satisfaction. Construct solution-oriented conversations, conflict management strategies, and productive action plans.

HEA 1012: Introduction to Surgical Technician I: Demonstrate the skills and knowledge of the competent, entry-level Surgical Technologist. Describe the instrumentation and equipment used in the operating room. Identity examples of using a strong surgical conscience, demonstrating accountability, and understanding actions needed. Describe appropriate ethical, professional, and respectful values while providing patient care.

HEA 1022: Introduction to Surgical Technician II: Demonstrate the skills and knowledge of the competent, entry-level Surgical Technologist. Describe the instrumentation and equipment used in the operating room.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches courses in discipline
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades with established timeframes established by the University
• Creates a welcoming, inclusive and productive learning environment
• Supports the resolution of student issues related to course instruction
• Provides feedback on what is working and what is not with the course
• Participates in all department meetings and required training
• Participates in personal professional development
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead Faculty

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential
• Commitment to collaborative & collegiate relationships
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information
• Knowledge of higher education regulations, compliance and accrediting agencies
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner and work effectively with faculty, staff, students and members of the professional community
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills and Characteristics:

• Previous teaching experience
• Master Degree

We are not able to hire in California, New York, Massachusetts, Montana, or the City of Philadelphia at this time.

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.