Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, HIT/Medical Coding (Summer/Fall 2026)

Missouri State University; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University in West Plains is seeking Adjunct/Per Course Faculty for HIT/Medical Coding for the Summer/Fall 2026 terms. Candidates will be part of a pool for potential course offerings, requiring a master’s degree or equivalent experience and active medical coding credentials.

Responsibilities include teaching courses, grading assignments, and supporting students as necessary. Applicants must have teaching experience and be available for various class formats, including seated and online.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
• Active medical coding credential from AHIMA or AAPC (CCS, CCS-P, or CPC).

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s) in HIT/Medical Coding.
• Grade students’ work in a timely manner.
• Assist students with course-related matters.
• Submit attendance and grades by required deadlines.

Skills

Medical coding

Teaching

Student assistance

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Current medical coding credential from AHIMA or AAPC

Job description

Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, HIT/Medical Coding (Summer/Fall 2026)

Missouri State University-West Plains accepts applications for Adjunct Faculty to establish a pool of available candidates. By submitting an application for this posting you are applying to be a part of Missouri State University’s Adjunct Faculty pool for a potential course that may be offered in the applicable semester. There may not be a current opening. Applications and transcripts are evaluated prior to the selection of interviewees. To receive full consideration, include all documents requested by the department. Please attach an updated, detailed Curriculum Vitae. Unofficial transcripts must be attached as a required document to the online application. Official transcripts and any valid licenses or certificates required by the position will be required at time of hire in order to comply with reporting requirements for Missouri Law. At the time of hire, applicants will be required to submit official transcripts to Teresa Shipley, MSU-WP Academic Affairs, 128 Garfield Avenue, West Plains, MO 65775.

Position Information

Position Title: Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, HIT/Medical Coding (Summer/Fall 2026)

Work Location: West Plains Campus

Department: West Plains Nursing & Allied Health

Term: Summer/Fall Semester (per course faculty only)

Begin Dates: Summer Term 06/01/2026, Fall Term 08/17/2026

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s) in HIT/Medical Coding.
• Grading students’ work in a timely manner.
• Be available to assist students with course‑related matters.
• Submit attendance and midterm/final grades by required deadlines.
• Complete course assessments on time.
• Participate in required training.
• Teach classes that may be scheduled during the day or evening hours in seated, online, blended, or interactive video formats.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Master’s degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.
• Bachelor’s degree may be acceptable in certain subject areas as determined by the Dean.
• Current medical coding credential from AHIMA or AAPC (CCS, CCS‑P, or CPC) that is active.

Required Documentation

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (primary)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Certificate/License

Optional Documentation

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Letter of Recommendation (non‑confidential)
• Other documents
• Unofficial Transcripts (additional)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non‑Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non‑discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail], 417–836–4252.

Employment Requirements

Application will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Other Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a full‑time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.