Vincennes University Medical Terminology Adjunct Instructor

Vincennes University; Ben Davis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not benefit-eligible

Job summary

Vincennes University is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Med Term (Medical Terminology) at the Ben Davis University High School site in Indianapolis. The instructor will deliver face-to-face instruction for Dual-Credit Med-Term courses within the Vincennes University Early College program.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, managing attendance and grades via LMS, and being available January through June for the agreed schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and/or certification in a Healthcare-related field + 7 years of related industry experience.
• Bachelor's Degree + 5 years related industry experience.
• All instructors must meet CAHIIM requirements and must have taken a college level med-term class that can be verified on the transcript.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective instruction and assessment of course objectives to Early College students in Med-Term and other courses.
• Prepare course materials for instruction and assessment as guided by syllabi and Admin.
• Be available from January to June for an instruction schedule.
• Attend adjunct meetings and participate in yearly professional development.
• Utilize LMS for attendance, grades, and related procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

K-12 or higher ed experience

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree or healthcare-related certification

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

CAHIIM requirements

AHIMA RHIT credential

Job description

• Location 1155 S High School Rd,Indianapolis, IN, 46241,United States
• Job Category Adjunct Faculty
• Employee Type PT Adjunct Faculty FP

JOB TITLE: Adjunct Instructor – Med Term (Medical Terminology)

Reports to: Assistant Dean of Instruction

Department: Instructional Services

Division/Area: Early College

Early College at Ben Davis University High School is seeking candidates for a Med Term (Medical Terminology) adjunct faculty position.

The successful candidate will teach Medical Terminology Dual-Credit courses to students in the Vincennes University Early College program located at Ben Davis University High School. This instructor is responsible for assigned sections of Med-Term or other assigned courses offered through Vincennes University but located at an early college site on the west side of Indianapolis. Scheduled courses will run on T/ TR during the spring semester beginning January 2027. Additional information will be given during the interview process.

Experience in teaching in the K-12 or post-secondary setting is preferred but not required.

Ben Davis University High School is an endorsed Early College in the MSD of Wayne Township Schools located on the west side of Indianapolis. BDU has a supportive small school environment with 430 students who must apply, interview, and are accepted and start the program in grade 9.

Additional information regarding credentialing is listed below. Please note that this is a FACE-TO-FACE position and NOT a virtual position; therefore, only local candidates will be contacted and considered.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide effective instruction and assessment of course objectives to Early College students in assigned sections Med-Term and any other assigned courses offered.


• Prepare course materials for instruction and assessment as guided by campus syllabi, faculty liaison, and Early College admin.


• Be available from January to June (1st week) for an instruction schedule agreed upon.


• Attend BDU Early College adjunct meetings at the start, middle, and end of the year.


• Participate in required yearly professional development.


• Utilize various learning management platforms for attendance, grades, and other procedures.


• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications: Tested Experience Credentialing Requirements

• Associate's Degree and/or certification in a Healthcare-related field + 7 years of related industry experience.


• Bachelor's Degree + 5 years related industry experience.


• All instructors must meet CAHIIM requirements and must have taken a college level med-term class that can be verified on the applicant's transcript.

Preferred qualifications: Traditional Credentialing Requirements

• Master’s degree in any healthcare-related field


• Experience teaching Med-Term


• A minimum of four years of documented related industry experience and AHIMA credential of at least RHIT.


• All instructors must meet CAHIIM requirements and must have taken a med-term class that can be verified on the applicant's transcript.


• This position is not benefit-eligible.

Summary

Vincennes University (VU) is a premier learning institution widely recognized for its leadership in innovation and the delivery of successful educational experiences. VU develops people and enhances communities through accessible, high-quality academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active engagement.

Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.