The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for the full-time position of Associate Instructor in the new Surgical Technology program at the Dickson Campus. This is a grant-funded position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or must hold a  Tech in Surgery Certification (TS-C) issued by by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Maintaining certification is required.
• Technical diploma in a related field, Associate degree in a related field preferred. A comparable combination of related education and related experience may be considered.  
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Surgical Technologist or three (3) years as a Registered Nurse in a comparable operating room role within the last five (5) years.
• Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students a plus.

SKILLS

• Must possess the organizational and communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and to interact with high school and adult students.

• Must show evidence of good character, mature attitude and stable personality.
• Must commit to remain current in the Surgical Technology field and establish/maintain program accreditation(s).
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, the general public and business/industry representatives.
• Computer skills and ability to adapt quickly to new technology required.
• Must be willing and able to perform administrative duties in a timely manner.

GENERAL DUTIES:  The Surgical Technology Associate Instructor is responsible for on-campus teaching of theory and skills to prepare students to become surgical technologists.  The Associate Instructor will monitor, grade, evaluate and advise students on individual progress; maintain records and complete reports in a timely manner; assist in recruitment of new students and placement of graduates; participate in the development of the program; maintain good public relations with business and industry; develop and maintain agreements with clinical partners; maintain an active advisory committee, and other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Director of Health Career Programs. Work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Class hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Anticipated start date for the position is May 1. This is not a remote work position. This position is grant-funded.

SALARY:  $50,894-$61,074 annually ($26.10-$31.32 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines and directly related experience.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW: Complete application and submit resume at: Apply Now – Surgical Technology Instructor, Dickson. Review of résumés with completed employment application will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applications received by March 16, 2026, will be assured full consideration. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS:  Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment.  Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/ financial background check will be required for applicant selected.

TCAT Dickson does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Corey Choate, Vice President of Operations, corey.choate@tcatdickson.edu, 740 Hwy 46 S, Dickson, TN 37055, 615-441-6220. The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement.       3/9/2026