Job Description:

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title	Surgical Technology Faculty, Full-Time
Requisition Number	FAC00458
General Description	The Department of Allied Health invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty in Surgical Technology for the 2025-2026 academic year. This full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Surgical Technology presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and leadership of a new Surgical Tech program at the College. The selected faculty member will serve as the curriculum coordinator in the first two years of their appointment, have access to previously established partnerships with local health systems in Philadelphia, while also teaching courses in the Allied Health Department. Candidates with experience in teaching surgical tech courses, college-level courses, and clinical skills are sought after, with opportunities for further faculty recruitment as the program grows. The program will be part of CCP’s Allied Health Department, offering various degree and certificate programs to prepare students for both employment and further education. The Allied Health Department offers a series of degree and certificate programs intended to prepare students to either transfer or to secure employment. Associate of Arts degrees in Public Health, Health Care Studies and Health Services Management are focused on transfer to 4-year bachelor’s degree institutions. Associate of Applied Science degrees in Dental Hygiene, Diagnostic Medical Imaging, Medical Laboratory Technician and Respiratory Care Technology focus on developing skills needed for employment in these exciting fields, as well as to prepare students for transfer to bachelor’s degree programs. We also offer three certificate programs in Medical Assistant, Medical Insurance Billing, and Patient Service Representative, that can be completed in one calendar year or less, and are also intended to prepare students for employment. #ID23
College Intro	Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, predominantly Black institution and a minority-serving institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. CCP’s Strategic Plan affirms the College’s long-standing commitment to quality, access, affordability and upward mobility while including an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion. This plan firmly plants student success at the center of all efforts, establishing the means for each student to achieve their goals. Teaching faculty are an integral part of the larger Academic and Student Success Division at CCP including Workforce Development or Career Training. The Academic and Student Success Division is a community of learners committed to student success as demonstrated through equitable and measurable outcomes, innovative practices, relevant curriculum, quality learning, and a rewarding student experience. As a minority-serving institution, CCP faculty contribute significantly to our collective efforts to improve student success and eliminate racial equity gaps through the utilization of inclusive and high-quality teaching practices.
Specific Responsibilities	Applications will demonstrate an interest in contributing to the future of the Department and the life of the College. The Department seeks applicants who are actively engaged in teaching and committed to promoting student success both within and beyond the classroom. Teach courses from the following areas: introductory and advanced clinical skills, pharmacology, and point -of-care laboratory testing. Commitment to the College’s Mission: Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values. External and Internal Community Relations: Actively participate in the academic life of the College; including participation in graduation, recruitment events, general assemblies, student life activities and other cross functional teams. Create learning opportunities for students inside and outside of the classroom including opportunities to teach dual-enrollment high school students. Collaboration: Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify/address problems. Respect for Diversity: Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College’s faculty, staff and students. Assessment: Full participation in the assessment of student learning and student learning outcomes at the course, program, and institution levels. Student Success: Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention. Utilize innovative teaching strategies and technologies for online learning and other technology tools to meet the learning needs of a diverse student population. Maintain office hours to meet with students outside of the classroom and respond to questions or concerns. Leadership and Development: Commitment to professional learning and growth, student mentoring, and service to the profession. Remain current in the use of technology, developments within the field of discipline, and developments related to teaching and student success
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in health- related field. Alternatively, candidate must be actively enrolled in a Healthcare-related Bachelor’s degree program and commit to earning a Bachelor’s degree within 2 years of hire date. Minimum of three (3) years recent scrub experience, or three (3) years recent experience as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past (10) years. OR equivalent Education and Experience. Current (NBSTA)- approved credential in surgical technology (CST, CSFA, or CST/CSFA).
Preferred Qualifications	Demonstrated experience teaching diverse student populations and addressing equity gaps. Demonstrated experience teaching within a community college. Bilingual or other language proficiency.
Work Location	Main Campus
Benefits Summary	Benefits:“Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most. Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:• College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance• Tuition remission (for classes at the college)• Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)• 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%• Flexible spending accounts• Paid vacation, holiday and personal time• Partial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions Additional College benefits:• Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years• Spring Break: 1 week in March• Summer Hours: 4-day work week (closed on Fridays) from the 2nd week in May through the 3rd week in August For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit: https://www.myccp.online/human-resources/benefits-eligibility
Salary Grade or Rank	5 or 6
Min Salary/Hourly Rate
Max Salary/Hourly Rate
Job Posting Open Date
Job Posting Close Date
Position Type	Faculty
Job Category
Employment Status	Full-Time
Special Instructions to Applicants	Interested persons should complete an online application Cover letter of interest and resume REQUIRED *Names and contact information of 3 professional references OPTIONAL Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community College of Philadelphia is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Equal Access Employer. The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you first learn about this employment opportunity?
   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
   • Careerbuilder.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • The Chronicle
   • Job Fair
   • Indeed.com
   • HireVeterans.com
   • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
   • CCP - Faculty Recruiting Event
   • Other
2. * If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a health-related field OR are you currently enrolled in a healthcare-related Bachelor's degree program and will earn your degree within 2 years of hire date?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have a minimum of three (3) years recent scrub experience, or three (3) years recent experience as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past (10 ) years OR equivalent Education and Experience?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have a current (NBSTA)-approved credential in surgical technology (CST, CSFA, or CST/CSFA)?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have community college teaching experience?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have experience teaching diverse student populations and addressing equity gaps?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Are you bilingual or other language proficiency.
   • yes
   • no

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
4. Unofficial Transcripts
5. References

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Writing Sample
3. Letters of Recommendation
4. Other Document ( See Special Instructions to Applicant)

PI239637980

Apply Now