Surgical Technology Program Director

Surgical Technology Program Director

Lacombe Campus

Job Announcement

Northshore Technical Community College is accepting applications for a full-time, unclassified, 12  month position domiciled at the Lacombe Campus. **This is a grant funded position. Should the grant funds no longer be available, and another funding source is not secured, the position will be terminated. **

Applications will be accepted until position is filled, with preference being given to those received on or before October 23, 2025. 

All applicants are subject to a background check, in accordance with NTCC Policy HR-020, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires.  NTCC participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.

To apply please submit:  (1) a letter of application, (2) a resume and (3) official transcript (for a transcript to be considered official, it must be sent directly from the school to Human Resources. It may be sent by mail or e-script.) to:

Attention: Hiring Manager 
Northshore Technical Community College
65556 Centerpoint Boulevard
Lacombe, LA 70445
Telephone number: 985-545-1262 
Email: resumes@northshorecollege.edu  

JOB SUMMARY:

The Surgical Technology Program Director / Coordinator provides academic and administrative leadership for NTCC’s Surgical Technology Program. This position is responsible for program organization, administration, continuous review, curriculum oversight, accreditation compliance, and faculty/student support. The Director ensures alignment with CAAHEP/ARC-STSA Standards, the AST Core Curriculum, and LCTCS Board of Regents policies, while cultivating strong partnerships with clinical affiliates. Demonstrate and teach didactic classes, clinical and laboratory skills. Responsible for overseeing the coordination of classroom and clinical/laboratory instructional services including observation and evaluation of all faculty (at each location) teaching in the surgical technician program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program Leadership & Supervision Responsibilities 
  • Provide overall organization, administration, periodic review, program evaluation, and continuous improvement of the Surgical Technology Program.
  • Develop and maintain the Program Master Plan of Education including course syllabi, curriculum maps, learning outcomes, and assessment tools.
  • Ensure compliance with CAAHEP, ARC/STSA, NBSTSA, and LCTCS standards and guidelines.
  • Maintain accreditation, prepare self-study reports, and participate in ARC/STSA workshops at least once every five years.
  • Conduct systematic review of program effectiveness in didactic, lab, and clinical education.
  • Organize and lead Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings at least annually, ensuring representation from all communities of interest.
  • Organize and lead NTCC’s Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings twice a year, ensuring representation from all communities of interest.
  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate program faculty and clinical instructors.
  • Provide orientation for new faculty and adjuncts.
  • Direct faculty professional development and continuing education.
  • Conduct regular program faculty meetings to coordinate instruction, evaluate student progress, and review clinical partnerships.
  • Teach didactic, lab, and clinical courses as assigned, using evidence-based instructional methodology and Canvas LMS.
  • Develop and assess student learning outcomes aligned with the AST Core Curriculum.
  • Counsel and advise students regarding academic, professional, and clinical performance.
  • Coordinate recruitment, admissions, and orientation of new students.
  • Maintain accurate student records (progression, remediation, clinical evaluations, graduation, and credentialing exam pass rates).
  • Secure, evaluate, and maintain clinical affiliation agreements in compliance with Core Curriculum requirements.
  • Ensure students meet the 120 surgical case requirement and appropriate progression across first scrub, second scrub, and observation roles.
  • Conduct annual reviews of clinical sites to verify compliance with ARC-STSA standards and experiential training requirements.
  • Provide ongoing oversight of student clinical performance, documentation, and competency achievement.
  • Develop and maintain program assessment plans, including completion, placement, retention, certification pass rates, and graduate/employer satisfaction.
  • Conduct comprehensive program reviews at least every three years.
  • Maintain compliance with all state policies and institutional reporting.
  • Ensure program handbooks, catalogs, and websites are accurate and current.
  • Ensure program handbooks are aligned with NTCC’s health science programs and expectations.
  • Lead preparedness planning to assure continuity of education during disruptions.
  • Prepare and submit accreditation applications, feasibility/self-study reports, and annual reports.
  • Coordinate accreditation site visits, ensuring clinical and program readiness.
  • Submit required substantive change notifications (faculty turnover, curriculum changes, program site changes) to State regulatory and program accrediting bodies.
  • Maintain documentation for accreditation readiness, including curriculum maps, case logs, assessment data, and PAC meeting records.
  • Serve as primary liaison with ARC/STSA, CAAHEP, credentialing agencies, and regulatory boards during accreditation and review cycles.
  • Maintain CST or CSFA credential through NBSTSA (or equivalent NCCA-accredited certification).
  • Engage in continuing education, professional association membership (AST, ARC-STSA), and college service committees.
  • Represent NTCC at professional meetings, state and national conferences, and community events.
  • Promote the Surgical Technology program internally and externally.

• Regularly communicates programmatic activities within area of responsibility with health sciences dean/delegee and/or supervisor. 
• Responsible to ensure program always remains survey ready. 
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting industry-based credentials for program.
• Collects and maintains faculty credential and clinical paperwork files as required by clinical MOUs and accrediting body, mentoring, and orientation paperwork including full time and adjunct faculty.
• Collaborates with HSN Dean/Delegee regarding programmatic activities within the area of responsibility, including all curriculum changes and regulatory activities/reports. Identifies course sequencing and offerings each semester and submits requests approval for course
• Monitors and maintains equipment and supply inventory. Recommends equipment and supplies while staying within the established budget and are compliant with state and college regulations.
• Maintains lab to be ready for class at all times. 
• Participates in assigned college and divisional councils / committees 
• Serve as active member on Health Sciences Leadership Committee and attend events as scheduled. 
• Curriculum & Instructional/Teaching Performance
  • Design and implement innovative, person-centered, and industry-aligned curriculum.
  • Teach credit and non-credit courses in both classroom and clinical/laboratory settings.
  • Maintain effective teaching strategies and receive positive student evaluations.
  • Prepare course syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials that support student success.
  • Responsible for coordination of review and selection of textbooks, and recommendations for library acquisitions
  • Responsible for reviewing and suggestions for editing the college catalog. 
  • Assists the Dean with completion of forms/paperwork/justifications for documents needing approval by a college committee or accrediting body. 
  • Reviews curriculum against industry standards and makes recommendations for curriculum changes including new programs, certifications or certificates.
  • Conducts curriculum and program evaluations continuously using process improvement techniques.
  • Maintain accurate student records including attendance, grades, placement, and licensure data.
  • Utilize teaching methods that produce measurable results in student performance.
  • Assess student performance utilizing data and use the data to inform changes in teaching and learning practices.
  • Recognize and address the needs of diverse student populations.
  • Commit to standards of excellence for all students.
  • Follow course syllabi and outlines.
  • Receives favorable evaluations of instruction.
  • Meet deadlines related to this function. 
  • Serves as mentor to new faculty regarding program expectations, policies and other matters as needed for the faculty role (publisher/partner materials, clinical agency contracts, etc.)
  • Coordinates faculty review and selection of textbooks. Researches, and submits textbook requests for approval through appropriate channels. 
  • Reviews and edits catalog copy and syllabi
  • Recommends the purchase of library acquisitions. Works with library to ensure updated textbooks are available in library for appropriate student numbers.

• Travel may be required for site visits, recruitment, and professional development.       
•   Perform other relatedduties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology (Bachelor’s preferred; Master’s desirable).
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current national certification (CST preferred) through NBSTSA or NCCT.
• Minimum five years’ experience within the past ten years as a surgical technologist in the scrub role and/or as an instructor.
• Documented education or experience in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CAAHEP/ARC-STSA accreditation standards, AST Core Curriculum, and NBSTSA exam outlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in LMS (Canvas), simulation technologies, and clinical tracking software.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Surgical Technology, Education, Health Sciences, or related field.
• Experience with program directorship or leadership in an accredited health program.
• Participation in ARC-STSA accreditation workshops.
• Experience with faculty supervision, student advising, and program development.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Skills/Abilities: Must be able tocommunicate effectively inboth written andverbal form. Must have the ability to follow instructions and prepare accurate paperwork. Must maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials. Must have skills in classroom technology – computer skills, projectors, etc.Must establish andmaintain effective working relationships. Excellent customer service skills. Must have technology skills to program and operate simulation equipment. Must possess sensory skills to effectively communicate, demonstrate procedures, and interact in lab/clinical environments. Effectively evaluate situations and make decisions. Effectively maintain effective professional relationships with different groups across multiple parishes both internally and externally. This includes students, peers, and executives. Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow procedures. Ability to stay on task while having many competing priorities, having a high level of orientation to detail. Basic project management skills needed to meet programmatic deadlines.

1. Equipment Used: Personal Computer and other equipment associated with a generaloffice environment (copier, telephone, fax, etc.) and simulation equipment.

1. Software Used: A variety of word-processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and presentation software. Student information systemsas well as online instruction modules and simulation software.
2.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties

of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 poundsand occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Essential functions that medical assistants need to be able to perform include:

• Passing a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course
• Applying universalprecautions such as hand washingand applying mask, gown and gloves
• Providing sufficient physical support to safely assistpatients in moving
• Performing clinicaltreatment activities
• Able to move in confined spaces
• Maintain balancein standing position
• Able to stand for long periods (long OR cases) 
• Twist body from one side to the other
• Reach below the waist and to the front or the side of thebody to the level of the top of head
• Able to push, pull, stabilize, twist,and freely move arms to allow movementof 50 pounds as in moving an object or transferring a client from one place to another
• Able to possess hand and fingercoordination and strengthto allow grasp, twist and pinch of an object weighing 5 pounds for at least 5 seconds
• Demonstrate and teach clinical and laboratory skills, requiring manual dexterity and standing for extended periods
• Ability to identify the subtle difference in surface characteristics (feel a raised rash)
• Ability to distinguish subtlevibrations through the skin (pulse)
• Able to move quicklyin case of emergency situations
• Able to squat or modified squat (one knee on floor) for at least 1 minute
• Able to climb and descend a flight of stairs in succession
• Able to walk independently without assistance

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Alternative or combined skills in understanding, counseling, and/or influencing people are important in achieving job objectives, causing action, understanding others, or changing behavior; and, skillsof persuasiveness or assertiveness, as well as sensitivity to the point of view of others.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Northshore Technical Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, this Educational Agency upholds the following policy: Northshore Technical Community College campuses assure equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status or veteran's status in admission to, participation in, or employment in the program and activities of this system. Each campus welcomes handicapped individuals and has made buildings accessible to them.