Instructor, Health Information

Texas State Technical College; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday

Extended holiday break

Health and retirement benefits

Employee discount program

Job summary

Texas State Technical College seeks an instructor to deliver HIT curriculum in an applied learning environment. You will engage diverse learners, provide mentorship, and assess student progress using modern technology.

Role requires delivering high-quality instruction, maintaining records, and collaborating with the Office of Student Success to boost retention and placement. Evening/weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree and/or certification in their assigned teaching area.
• Familiarity with the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) accreditation standards.
• Ability to develop and update HIT curriculum to align with industry standards and educational best practices.
• Commitment to staying current with developments in the field of health information technology through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Demonstrate competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching; Maintains a flexible schedule, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY: Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT: Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records and safe instructional environment.
• STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT: Advise students with timely, accurate information and coordinate with Student Success.
• PROGRAM RECRUITMENT & PROMOTION: Participate in tours and recruitment events; assist in planning.
• TEAMWORK & SERVICE: Demonstrate service mindset, collaborate with colleagues and adapt to a variety of schedules.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring students

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Technology/Management

RHIT or RHIA credential

Tools

Epic

Meditech

3M/360 CAC

One Content

MS Office

Job description

Be Transformational! Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students.

What We Offer You

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• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career
• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated
• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas' comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more.
• TSTC Benefits
• TSTC Retirement Plans
• Employee Discount Program

Job Description

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students. Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences. Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY

Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT

Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT

Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

PROGRAM RECRUITMENT & PROMOTION

Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.

TEAMWORK & SERVICE

Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories: TEACHING & LEARNING: Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques. Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs. MENTORSHIP & COACHING: Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication. ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK: Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies. TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION: Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $51,906 - $67,478

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Must have a degree and/or certification in their assigned teaching area.
• Professional preparation and experience, competence in assigned teaching areas, effectiveness in teaching.
• Familiarity with the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) accreditation standards.
• Ability to develop and update HIT curriculum to align with industry standards and educational best practices.
• Commitment to staying current with developments in the field of health information technology through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Demonstrate competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching; Maintains a flexible schedule, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Preferred prior teaching experience
• Current RHIT or RHIA credential
• Proficiency in using educational technologies, such as learning management systems and multimedia tools, to enhance teaching and learning experiences
• Comprehensive knowledge of HIT principles, practices, and technologies is essential to effectively teach students; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally.
• Skills to keep students engaged and motivated in the online learning environment.
• Ability to organize course materials and information in a clear and logical manner
• Flexibility to adapt to different learning styles and changing circumstances
• Skill in providing constructive feedback and assessing student performance
• Ability to manage time effectively to meet course deadlines and student needs
• Capability to address student concerns
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues in course content development
• Demonstrate Proficient use with system applications such as Epic, Meditech, 3M/360 CAC, One Content, and all MS Office applications
• Demonstrate Extensive knowledge of workflows and best practices in health information management
• Demonstrate to learner's technical acumen and an innovative approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• Demonstrate to learner's ability to conduct focused audits, oversee work plans, and execute PEPPER reviews
• Completes written clinical performance evaluation form in timely manner of students
• Demonstrate to learners how to Assign medical records to appropriate locations and locates medical records using the automated chart tracking system
• Demonstrate to learners how to Assemble and assign deficiencies using the chart management system to track and monitor physicians incompletion activities
• Demonstrate to learners how to document and track Microfilms or scans documentation for the purposes of record retention
• Demonstrate to learners how to Interact with new parents/ patients to ensure birth certificate information is collected and submitted to the Texas Department of Health in a timely manner;
• Demonstrate to learners how to Use a variety of resources to provide Cancer Registry follow-up functions and maintain the follow-up percentage as required by American College of Surgeons standards

Education and Experience

• Associate's Degree in Health Information Technology/Management, or licensure in Nursing or other allied health profession.
• A minimum of three years non-teaching work experience in the field.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

TSTC Overview

TSTC is the only state-supported technical college system in Texas. TSTC's statewide role and mission is to efficiently and effectively help Texas meet the high-tech challenges of today's global economy, in partnership with business and industry, government agencies, and other educational institutions.

Campus Safety Information

Clery Act Information: TSTC publishes the Annual Security Report (ASR), which includes the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR), to ensure that essential information about campus safety is readily accessible. This report includes data on crimes and fire incidents from the past three calendar years, outlining safety measures, reporting protocols, and emergency response plans. It also highlights crime prevention programs and support resources available to the campus community. For more information, the report is available on the Clery Act Information page of the TSTC website at tstc.edu/cleryact, and physical paper copies can be requested from the TSTC Police Department or by calling 254-867-3690.