Springboard - Surgical Technician Career Training Program - Live Instructor
Requirements
• 8+ years of experience working as a Surgical Technician in an acute care hospital or surgical setting. • Current Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) credential through NCCT or current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through NBSTSA. • Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) • Active certification must be maintained throughout employment. • Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in Surgical Technology (eg: training, precepting experience). • Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in an online program. • 2 years of teaching experience in an online program. • Demonstrated ability to simplify complex surgical concepts for learners with little or no prior healthcare experience. • Deep knowledge of: • Aseptic technique and sterile field maintenance • Surgical instrumentation • Patient positioning and OR safety • Surgical counts and specimen handling • General and specialty surgical procedures • TS-C certification exam content and preparation strategies • Passion for coaching adult learners entering the healthcare workforce. • Experience preparing learners for the NCCT TS-C certification exam. • Experience developing instructional materials, presentations, or curriculum. • Familiarity with online learning platforms (eg: Canvas). • Experience using interactive engagement tools such as Kahoot, Mentimeter, or similar platforms. • Experience supporting learners through certification exam preparation. • Excellent computer skills with reliable high-speed internet (no mobile hotspots). • Must be comfortable delivering live instruction through virtual meeting platforms. • Ability to work independently, think critically, and reliably commit to a recurring lecture schedule. • Ability to respond to Springboard communications within 24 hours and student questions within 24–48 business hours. • 24 hours • 24–48 business hours • Strong learner empathy, excellent communication skills, and enthusiasm for supporting adults transitioning into healthcare careers. • Comfortable working collaboratively with instructional designers, mentors, and program leadership as a founding member of a new program. • Must live and work in the United States. • Pay: Up to $40 an hour, depending on experience and geographic location.
Responsibilities
• LIVE INSTRUCTION • LIVE INSTRUCTION • Every week over 18 weeks, facilitate 90-minute learning sessions (max 20–30 students per session) aligned to the course’s didactic curriculum and TS-C certification exam objectives. • over 18 weeks • 90-minute learning sessions • Each lecture will be held a minimum of 2x weekly to accommodate multiple time zones. • 2x weekly • Lead engaging, motivational sessions that reinforce key concepts and build learner confidence throughout the program. • Prepare independently for live sessions. • Other responsibilities as needed. • Deliver demonstrations and walkthroughs of surgical concepts, workflows, instrumentation, and operating room best practices as appropriate. • Lead dedicated TS-C certification review sessions toward the end of the didactic curriculum using NCCT-aligned preparation strategies. • Reinforce core curriculum topics including: • Surgical anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and pharmacology • Infection prevention and sterile technique • Operating room preparation and patient safety • Surgical instrumentation and equipment • Intraoperative assisting techniques • Surgical specialties and postoperative procedures • Help learners understand how classroom concepts translate into real-world operating room practices. • Respond to learner questions related to course content via email as needed. • Collaborate with mentors and the Springboard team to continuously improve learner outcomes, engagement, and certification readiness. • DESIGN • As this is a new program, partner with Springboard's Learning team to develop and refine session agendas, instructional materials, and lecture decks. • Note: We're looking for someone who enjoys building learning experiences—not simply delivering existing presentations. No branding or graphic design experience required. • Note: • Develop engaging learning activities using Kahoot and other interactive learning tools to reinforce retention and increase participation.
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