Medical Coding Specialist Instructor- Part-Time

DaMar Staffing; New Jersey; On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Union College in Elizabeth, NJ seeks a part-time Medical Coding Specialist Instructor to teach non-credit students in medical coding, anatomy, physiology and terminology.

You will prepare students to become Medical Coders and to pass the CPC exam; off-campus work in Union County may be required. Travel to campuses and remote-live teaching are part of the role, reporting to the Director of CEWD.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma required.
• Associate degree in a health care field preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder ( CPC ) Certificate.
• AAPC Approved Instructor Certificate.
• 5 years relevant experience in the medical field minimum.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Coding instruction to students including anatomy and physiology and medical terminology.
• Communicate class content to the students so that learning occurs, skills are developed, and students are motivated to learn and achieve their training objectives.
• Prepare students for employment as a Medical Coder and to pass the Certified Professional Coder ( CPC ), American Association of Professional Coders exam.
• Instruct students on principles of medical coding related to CPT, ICD-10-CM Code Set and HCPCS Level II.
• Prepare and enter grades in CEWD database.
• Participation Evaluation Reports (PERS) upon notification of readiness.
• Conduct required assessments.
• Respond to program requests.
• Travel to all campuses and satellite locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by director and CEWD administration.
• At all times exercise professionalism and confidentiality with staff and students.
• Maintain daily attendance.
• Ability to teach remote live.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in healthcare

CPC Certificate

AAPC Approved Instructor Certificate

5 years relevant experience

Job description

Position Title

Medical Coding Specialist Instructor- Part-Time

Campus

Elizabeth

Department

Center for Economic & Workforce Development

Contract Type

• Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct
• Part Time
• Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
• Regular, Temporary, or Grant: Temporary

General Description

Provide classroom instruction to non-credit students on Medical Coding. Prepares the student for employment as a Medical Coder and to pass the Certified Professional Coding ( CPC ), American Association of Professional Coders exam. In conjunction with staff members, perform instruction, and reporting requirements as specified by director. This is part-time position. Reports to the Director. Off-campus work within Union County may be required.

Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Coding instruction to students including anatomy and physiology and medical terminology.
• Communicate class content to the students so that learning occurs, skills are developed, and students are motivated to learn and achieve their training objectives.
• Prepare students for employment as a Medical Coder and to pass the Certified Professional Coder ( CPC ), American Association of Professional Coders exam.
• Instruct students on principles of medical coding related to the three main code books:CPT , ICD -10- CM Code Set and HCPCS Level II.
• Prepare and enter grades in CEWD database.
• Participation Evaluation Reports PERS upon notification of readiness.
• Conduct required assessments.
• Respond to program requests.
• Accepts all other assignments which will help CEWD realize contractual goals.
• Travel to all campuses and satellite locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by director and CEWD administration.
• At all times exercise professionalism and confidentiality with staff and students.
• Maintain daily attendance.
• Ability to teach remote live.

Education Requirements

• Minimum of High School Diploma required.
• Associate degree in a health care field preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder ( CPC ) Certificate.
• AAPC Approved Instructor Certificate.
• 5 years relevant experience in the medical field minimum.

Experience

• Knowledge of navigation of healthcare industry rules and regulations, including HIPAA , False Claims Act, Fair Debt Collections Act, and Stark law.
• Use of remote-live platform for instruction.
• Strong computer, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Competencies and Skills Required

• Ability to multi-task in a busy environment.
• Ability to work with persons of varied education, experience, social and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to remain discreet with student and staff information.
• Commitment to serve a diverse student population.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to travel to other campuses.
• Flexibility of schedule.
• Valid Drivers' license and reliable vehicle.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position's duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled. Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. No or very limited exposure to physical risk. Some travel required.

Additional Information

• Union College does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs.
• Union College is an EEO / AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled====Disclaimer:This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten-week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at Union College, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.

Terms of Employment

Part Time