The Anesthesia Technology adjunct instructor is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in lab courses that the adjunct faculty member and the Dean/Director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course didactic, lab, and/or clinical objectives. Additionally prepared and relevant didactic, lab, and clinical activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.
What position does this position report to? Dean of the Division of Health Professions and Program Director for Anesthesia Technology What position(s) reports to this position?
None
Minimum Education/Experience
1) Associate degree in Anesthesia Technology and current certification as an Anesthesia Technologist (Cer. ATT)
AND
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical practice.
OR
2) Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with a master’s degree in nursing and a current, unencumbered RN license.
AND
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical practice.
OR
3) Physician (MD or DO) with a current unencumbered Oklahoma license to practice anesthesiology.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills
Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software
Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus.
Organization and attention to detail.
Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system.
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing.
Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts.
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups.
Ability to be available for office hours and provide means of communication with supervisor(s) and/or the department or division office.
Must be punctual.
Must be reliable.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to colleagues, students, faculty, staff, and administration to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position requires the person to frequently operate a computer; other office machinery and mobile devices to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS
This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, classroom or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required Training
Certification in Anesthesia Technology (Cer.A.T.T.)
or
Certification as a Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
or
Licensure (MD or DO) to practice anesthesiology in the state of Oklahoma.
Work Hours
As identified for assigned classes to include morning, afternoon or evening schedules.
Additionally, required office hours must be met.
Department Division of Health Prof. Job Open Date 07/11/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Beth Holmes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, transcript conferring required degree, and copy of required certifications and license.
If meeting the minimum requirement via the Associate degree option: applicants are required to attach transcript conferring Associate degree in Anesthesia Technology AND a copy of current certification as an Anesthesia Technologist (Cer. ATT).
If meeting the minimum requirement via the Master’s degree option: applicants are required to attach transcript conferring a minimum of a Master’s degree in Nursing AND a copy of current certification as a Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) as well as a copy of a current, unencumbered RN license.
Applicants who fail to attach the required documents, as listed above, will not be considered for the position.
For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
