Part-Time Adjunct Instructor - Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition-free academic programs

Well-being and success prioritization

Job summary

A state university in Buffalo is seeking a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for the Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program. The role involves teaching seated, remote, and online courses while evaluating student performance and providing feedback. Candidates should demonstrate sound knowledge of the subject matter and the ability to assist with certification processes. This position offers a chance to contribute to students' development and success in a collaborative environment conducive to learning.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach seated, remote, and online courses.
• Sound knowledge of subject matter required for the Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program.
• Experience with competency assessment and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates sound knowledge and understanding of subject matter.
• Evaluates students’ performance and provides effective feedback.
• Prepares and teaches courses as assigned.

Skills

Teaching ability

Knowledge of Medical Billing and Coding

Curriculum development

Assessment and feedback skills

Hands-on clinical training

Education

Relevant qualifications in Medical Billing and Coding

Job description

The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center (BEOC) invites candidates who can enthusiastically inspire and engage students as a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for the Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program. Candidates should have the ability to teach seated, remote, and online courses.

Academic Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Demonstrates sound knowledge and understanding of subject matter. Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s).
• Evaluates students’ performance and provides effective and timely feedback to guide student learning and success.
• Responsible for contributing and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Delivers tests and certifications following all procedures.
• Prepares and teaches courses as assigned.
• Provides competencies assessment regarding Current Procedural terminology, ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System.
• Provides hands-on clinical training as it relates to patient registration.
• Assists with activities of the BEOC including curriculum, facilities, equipment, student applications and orientation, program promotion, advisory board, externship partnerships and placements, and compliance with national accrediting agencies.
• Prepares students to take the National Healthcare Association Certification Exam.
• Assists with the National Certification Testing application process.

About The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center

The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center (BEOC) is an adult education enterprise, of the State University of New York, University Center for Academic and Workforce Development (UCAWD), with an annual enrollment of 1,940 students, that provides urban and/or disadvantaged residents in the Western New York area with tuition-free academic programs, workforce development training and certifications and gainful employment opportunities. The mission of BEOC is to produce lifelong learners who are self-directed, empowered, and committed to excellence. Residents of the surrounding Buffalo community are provided a range of services designed to develop the academic and workforce development skills necessary to become self-sufficient. Programs and services are structured to adapt to the needs of our students — as well as to the demands of our community — and serve as first steps toward the attainment of long-term educational and employment skills. To learn more about the Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center, visit our website.

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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.