Part-Time Adjunct Instructor – Central Sterilization Technician Program

Location: New York

The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center ( BEOC ) invites candidates who can enthusiastically inspire and engage students as a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for the Central Sterilization Technician Program. Candidates should have the ability to teach seated, remote, and online courses.

Academic Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject matter.
• Provides comprehensive classroom instruction to ensure that students have mastered the core competencies as they relate to the cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of medical equipment.
• Provides hands-on clinical training as it relates to the central sterilization competencies.
• Provides hands-on assessment regarding the cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of patient equipment.
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s).
• Evaluates students’ performance and provides effective and timely feedback to guide student learning and success.
• Responsible for contributing and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Enters grades and attendance into software used by Center.
• Engages in the classroom, replies to emails and voicemails, and holds on-campus or online office hours.
• Maintains knowledge in one’s own discipline-related area by participating in professional development.
• Delivers tests and certifications following all procedures.
• Assists with compliance with national accrediting agencies.
• Prepares students to take the National Central Sterilization Certification Exam.
• Assists with the National Certification Testing application process.

About the Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center
The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center ( BEOC ) , an adult education enterprise, of the State University of New York, University Center for Academic and Workforce Development ( UCAWD ), with an annual enrollment of 1,940 students, that provides urban and/or disadvantaged residents in the Western New York area with tuition-free academic programs, workforce development training and certifications and gainful employment opportunities.

The mission of BEOC is to produce lifelong learners who are self-directed, empowered, and committed to excellence. Residents of the surrounding Buffalo community are provided a range of services designed to develop the academic and workforce development skills necessary to become self-sufficient. Programs and services are structured to adapt to the needs of our students — as well as to the demands of our community — and serve as first steps toward the attainment of long-term educational and employment skills.

To learn more about the Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center, visit our website.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years of experience within a Central Sterilization or Surgical Services environment.
• Certified Central Sterilization Technician through one or both National Certifying Agencies ( CBSPD or IASCHMM ).
• Previous staff development experience as it relates to clinical hands-on training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of experience with online and hybrid teaching and related methodologies.
• Knowledgeable in multiple content areas and theoretical frameworks within stated discipline, as well as issues related to diversity and multiculturalism.
• Experience teaching in adult education.
• Experience teaching Allied Health courses and developing a curriculum.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software and ability to work with computers and education-related databases.
• Experience working with a diverse student population.

Physical Demands

• May be required to occasionally move items that are 11 to 20 pounds.
• Includes frequent moving, ascending/descending stairs, and positioning self to move carts.

Salary Range

Salary Range Competitive

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