"Instructor, Health Administrative Specialist"

Job Summary

Teach programmatic courses related to medical coding, insurance, and healthcare operations. Design, develop, and deliver curriculum aligned with program outcomes and accreditation standards. Utilize innovative and evidence-based teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles. Evaluate and assess student performance through assignments, exams, and practical application. Provide timely, constructive feedback to support academic growth and skill development.

Provides competency-based quality instruction in accordance with the stated philosophy and objectives of the College in classroom, lab and clinical settings. Assignment may include evening, off-campus, or multiple campus location teaching, individualized and/or competency-based instruction and/or online/distance learning.

Essential Functions

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students.
• Fosters a safe and civil learning environment.
• Develops and maintains current course syllabi and outlines; prepares lecture/lab and class materials.
• Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies.
• Works collegially in an academic environment; participates in College and program projects, events, and committee work, including advisory committee activities and advising student organizations.
• Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment; submits related reports as required.
• Maintains established office hours and is otherwise available to assist students outside of the classroom.
• Participates in the ongoing development and revision of curriculum and course materials and competencies, and in the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials/equipment.
• Advises students regarding their academic needs and refers them for additional assistance as needed.
• Promotes the College and the program and assists in recruiting and marketing the program to prospective students.
• Participates in professional development activities and stays current in his/her field.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• Three years non-teaching, related work experience in administrative healthcare (e.g., revenue cycle, coding, or insurance).
• Active medical coding certification, or the ability to obtain within six months of hire: CCA (Certified Coding Associate), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), CPC (Certified Professional Coder), RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician), or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator).
• Demonstrated knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and other coding systems, along with healthcare regulations and payer guidelines.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations having varied values, and/or coming from varied cultures and backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and credential maintenance.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Health Sciences, Health Information Systems, or a related field.
• Management experience in a health care setting.
• Teaching experience in a postsecondary or adult education setting.
• Knowledge of Canvas or other Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Ability to use and apply alternative instructional delivery systems to enhance learning including online instruction.
• Experience in curriculum development, course design, and student learning assessment.