Adjunct Medical Coding Instructor

Lake Land College; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Land College is seeking an instructor to teach in Health Information Management disciplines, with a focus on student retention and success. The role requires collaboration with division leadership, preparation of course materials, and active participation in program promotion.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree (or higher) with a minimum AAS in Health Information Management and possess medical coding credentials. Experience in teaching and healthcare settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; minimum of an AAS in Health Information Management.
• Medical coding credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes assigned by the Division Chair following department course outlines.
• Prepare or revise guides for courses and submit for review.
• Submit textbook recommendations to the Division Chair for review.
• Maintain attendance and grades as prescribed by the college.
• Promote Health Information – Medical Coding programs and recruit students.
• Participate in division and faculty meetings and serve on committees.
• Assist in registration and support student success.

Skills

English language proficiency

Multimedia technology

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

AAS in Health Information Management

Job description

Description

Responsible for teaching in discipline areas as assigned by the respective division chair. All instructors are expected to demonstrate a mastery of the subject matter and a commitment to teaching and learning with a focus upon student retention and success.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

1. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the Division Chair or appropriate Administrator for review.
2. Teach classes assigned by the Division Chair and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the college.
3. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Division Chair for review.
4. File with the librarian a bibliography of library books to be used in each course.
5. Prepare for the annual budget requests for instructional equipment and materials including maps, books, audio‑visual aids and other supplies and submit these requests to the Division Chair for recommendation.
6. Prepare requests for the purchase of new library books and materials as needed and submit these requests to the Division Chair for review.
7. Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the institution.
8. Attend division meetings called by the Division Chair and faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
9. Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
10. Cooperate in the promotion of extracurricular activities by accepting reasonable assignments and encouraging student participation.
11. Serve on such committees for the betterment of the college as may be established by the administration and faculty.
12. Assist in registration as needed.
13. Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary; seek additional help from other college services.
14. Observe support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the college and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the college.
15. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
16. Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
17. Advise students assigned by student services.
18. Demonstrate commitment to the teaching/learning process.
19. Focus upon student recruitment, retention and success.
20. Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.
21. Show an understanding of the community college philosophy, including its unique ties to the workforce and its district.
22. Work as a member of a team.
23. Participate in development activities and maintain current perspectives in class presentations.
24. Engage in activities aimed at promoting the Health Information – Medical Coding Programs in Business and Technology Division and Lake Land College to potential and current students.
25. Develop, assess and maintain data for course and program assessment.
26. Other related duties as assigned.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements

• Bachelors preferred, with a minimum of an AAS, in Health Information Management. Medical coding credentials required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2000 hours demonstrable work experience in the medical office professional field. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in Health Information – Medical, medical coding certifications, and work experience in a medical office/area.

Knowledge

• Curriculum development, community college philosophy and population. Credential required: CCS, RHIT, or RHIA.

Skills

• Good command of the English language, the ability to use multi‑media technology.

Personal Requirements

• Positive attitude, spirit of cooperation, enthusiastic and open‑minded.

Supplemental Information

800.00 ECH