Adjunct Medical Coding Instructor

Lake Land College Illinois; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Land College Illinois seeks an instructor to teach Health Information Management and Medical Coding courses. The role emphasizes mastery of the subject, commitment to teaching and learning, student retention and success.

The instructor will collaborate with division colleagues to prepare course guides, select textbooks, and submit budget requests for instructional materials. Responsibilities include teaching per division chair approvals, maintaining records, attending meetings, advising

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree; AAS acceptable with relevant credentials.
• Medical coding credentials required.
• Experience in curriculum development or college instruction preferred.
• Strong command of English and ability to use multimedia resources.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses assigned by Division Chair and follow approved outlines.
• Prepare and revise guides and textbook recommendations.
• Maintain attendance and grade reports as required.
• Participate in department meetings and college committees.
• Assist in student recruitment and program assessment.
• Advise students and promote Health Information - Medical Coding Programs.

Skills

English language proficiency

Multimedia technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management

AAS in Health Information Management

Job 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.

Essential Job Functions

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 extra curricular 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.

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.

800.00 ECH