The School of Health Sciences at Central Penn College is seeking an experienced Program Director to lead its Surgical Technologist (ST) program. The Program Director will provide academic leadership, oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula, ensure continued compliance with accreditation standards, and foster student success in preparing the next generation of surgical technologists.
The program operates on four terms per year consisting of 11-weeks each. We anticipate the start date for this position to be mid-September 2025.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Initiates and encourages the cooperation and supervision of staff and instructors in program assessment, long range planning, program activities, admission and marketing initiatives, and participation in College-wide endeavors.
- Coordinates program curriculum and course schedules.
- Assures continued compliance of the program with criteria for accreditation with appropriate external accrediting agencies including Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
- Complies with accreditation standards and provides notification of any substantive changes within the program or any change in accreditation status to College administration and the appropriate agencies.
- Maintains professional expertise and/or professional proficiencies pursues professional development; remains current in the professional standards.
- Maintain professional credentials, licensing, and continuing education hours as required by accrediting agencies and regulatory bodies.
- Participate in ARC/STSA sponsored accreditation workshop at least once every five years.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates new programs, as identified by industry demand.
- Provides first-level resolution for program staff and student concerns.
- Creates and maintains the advisory committee membership for the purposes of collaboration on the curriculum and ongoing program evaluation.
- Works collaboratively with College personnel, such as student advisors, recruiters, and laboratory staff.
- Communicates and disseminates information received from administration to members of the program.
- Effectively communicates program needs (including budgetary) to Office of Academic Affairs.
- Coordinates outreach with development and maintenance of relationships with industry-related personnel and employers; participates in professional organizations promoting advancement of the Surgical Technologist program.
- Recommends adjunct faculty to the Dean, chairs search committees for new program faculty members (full- and part-time) and coordinates respective orientation to the program.
- Evaluates adjunct faculty members and makes recommendations for renewal of contracts.
- Effectively teaches courses.
- Participates in College activities and committees.
Qualifications:
Must be a graduate of a Surgical Technology program accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- Have a minimum of five 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 ten years.
- Have documented education or experience in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning.
- Experience in an administrative/educator role.
- Experience with CAAHEP accreditation standards and certification procedures.
- Utilization of innovative teaching methods incorporating technology, including online resources.
- Commitment to continuous improvement of processes, programs, and services.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule with varied hours to meet department and College needs.
- Possess the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partners in large and small settings.
- Ability to travel to clinical sites.
Central Penn College is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable student experience and workplace for faculty and staff. Learning, development, enrichment, and work-related opportunities are open to all in our college community, regardless of race, sex or any other identifying characteristics. The College values diversity of thoughts, cultural, and academic experiences and recognizes that a diverse, vibrant community benefits us all. Everyone is welcome at Central Penn College.
