--- title: Director Surgical Technology description: Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences is hiring for the Director Surgical Technology role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/director-surgical-technology-at-swedish-institute-a-college-of-health-sciences-01a0b3c5-05e7-770c-aaba-f6e19599a615 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences as Director Surgical Technology in New York, NY. Pays $105K–$120K per year. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/a9ific.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences | | **Location** | New York, NY | | **Salary** | $120K/yr - $150K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 05, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $66,000 – $95,000 a year (median $79,000). ## Description The Swedish Institute is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking **Dean of Surgical Technolo**gy to lead and manage all aspects of its Surgical Technology Program. The Dean will provide strategic academic leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, foster a culture of excellence in teaching and learning, and strengthen clinical partnerships to support student success and workforce readiness. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader committed to maintaining the program’s high standards and aligning it with industry developments, accreditation requirements, and institutional goals. \________________________________________ **Key Responsibilities** **Academic Leadership & Curriculum Development** • Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of the Surgical Technology curriculum in alignment with accreditation and certification standards (e.g., CAAHEP, ARC/STSA, ACCSC). • Ensure the integration of evidence-based practices and emerging technologies into coursework and labs. • Lead efforts to evaluate student learning outcomes and ensure continuous improvement. **Program Administration** • Manage day-to-day operations of the Surgical Technology Program including class scheduling, faculty assignment, and resource allocation. • Ensure compliance with institutional policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards. • Develop, submit, and maintain documentation required for program accreditation and regulatory reporting. **Faculty Development & Supervision** • Recruit, hire, onboard, and evaluate faculty and instructional staff within the program. • Promote faculty professional development and support faculty excellence in teaching and mentoring. • Facilitate regular faculty meetings and encourage collaboration and innovation in instructional delivery. **Student Support & Engagement** • Support student advising, academic progression, and graduation planning. • Address student concerns and facilitate a positive and inclusive learning environment. • Champion initiatives that promote student retention, success on the national certification exam (CST), and career placement. **Clinical Education Management** • Cultivate and maintain partnerships with clinical affiliates to secure high-quality externship placements. • Ensure clinical experiences meet program requirements and provide opportunities for students to apply theoretical knowledge. • Monitor student performance in clinical settings and collaborate with site preceptors. **Strategic Planning & Institutional Collaboration** • Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional strategic goals as a key member of the academic leadership team. • Collaborate with admissions, student services, and career services to support enrollment growth and student outcomes. • Analyze program data and trends to inform decision-making and guide program improvements. **Required:** - A documented minimum educational credential which is an associate degree in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred (NOT REUIRED). - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential from the NBSTSA. - Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in surgical technology, including at least 3 years of teaching or administrative experience in an accredited program. - Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. ## Skills - Decision Making - Admissions Coordination - Affiliate Marketing - Teaching - Planning - Certified Surgical Technologist - Career Services - Continuous Improvement Process - Collaboration - Mentoring - Inclusive Education - Regulatory Reporting - Advising - Leadership - Organizational Skills - Instructional Delivery - Communication - Resource Allocation - Regulatory Compliance ## Benefits - Professional Development ## Related - [Healthcare & Medicine jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Patient Care Technician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/patient-care-technicians?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Surgical Technologist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/patient-care-technicians/surgical-technologist?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [New York](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150101 jobs - [Higher Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/higher-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 70471 jobs - [New York, NY](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 66065 jobs ## Related pages - [New York](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150101 jobs - [Higher Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/higher-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 70471 jobs - [New York, NY](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 66065 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)