"Adjunct Instructor 1 - Health Information Technology"

Position Summary

Provide online didactic instruction for students in the Associate of Applied Science of Health Information Technology program as assigned in the College of Health Professions. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. Courses are to be taught online. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment. The anticipated start date of this position is January of 2025 at the earliest and August 2025 at the latest.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide online didactic instruction for students in the Associate of Applied Science of Health Information Technology program as assigned in the College of Health Professions in Big Rapids.
• Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include but are not limited to: keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
• Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment.
• Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in health information management.
• Work Experience: Minimum three years in a health information management department.
• Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: Master's degree in health administration, health management, health sciences, public health, business, education or administration; Specialization and/or coursework in long-term care, health care law, accounting or health care finance; previous teaching experience.
• Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Salary

Minimum of $1,276 per credit hour, if advanced degree held in primary academic discipline, the minimum rate increases to $1,375 per credit hour. Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO/AFT Agreement.

Application Requirements

• Required Documents: Cover Letter, Resume, Unofficial Transcript 1
• Special Instructions: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of bachelor's degree. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
• Initial Application Review Date: November 8, 2024
• Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.