Instructor, CC (Health Information Technology [HIT], 0083103)

University of Hawaii System; Dihlabeng Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized higher education institution is looking for an Instructor for Health Information Technology. This full-time position involves developing and teaching HIT courses across various platforms, ensuring curriculum relevance, and maintaining accreditation standards. The ideal candidate should have a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree with significant experience and relevant certifications. A commitment to fostering student success in diverse learning environments is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in any field with relevant certifications or a Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience.
• Experience in educating students in health information technology.
• Understanding of diverse student populations and needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and teach HIT courses.
• Participate in accreditation and assist in student activities.
• Conduct evaluations and maintain a professional self-improvement plan.

Skills

Curriculum development

Teaching in online environments

Work-based experience

Organizational skills

Assessment and evaluation

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years related experience

Tools

Epic

Meditech

Cerner

Job description

Title: Instructor, CC (Health Information Technology [HIT])

Position: 0083103

Hiring Unit: Business

Location: Leeward Community College

Date Posted: November 6, 2025

Closing Date: November 21, 2025, 11:59 PM HST

Salary: C2; minimum $5,335/month

Monthly Type: 9-month

Tenure Track: Tenure

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Other Conditions

General funds, beginning Spring 2026, pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. May be for Leeward CC day, evening, or weekend offerings on and off campus, such as Leeward CC Waianae Moku and local high schools (pending background clearance), grant locations, or other satellite campuses.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, develop curriculum evaluation for and teach a wide range of HIT courses in traditional, online, and hybrid/blended learning environments.
• Related work activities include, but are not limited to, participating in program national accreditation, assisting in campus‑related student activities; collaborating with business and industry, working with faculty to develop innovative HIT initiatives that meet community workforce development needs; participating in faculty and administrative committees, community service, and in‑service training; maintaining an approved program of professional self‑improvement; collecting data and preparing reports; preparing, adapting, and revising curriculum and student learning outcomes; independently planning, organizing, and carrying out instructional and non‑instructional assignments; and improve student learning based on results of assessment data.
• Duties may include, but are not limited to, assignments involving work‑based learning and/or distance education, advising and counseling of students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in any field, AND Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification OR coding and specialty credentials of Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician‑based (CCS‑P), Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP), Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA), OR Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS); OR
• Bachelor’s degree in any field AND 3 years related work experience, AND Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification OR coding and specialty credentials of Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician‑based (CCS‑P), Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP), Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA), OR Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS).

Minimum qualifications (degrees and credits) must be earned from regionally or nationally accredited postsecondary colleges and universities recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and met by the effective date of appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Current (within 6 months - 1 year) work‑based experience in a facility (non‑contract employment).
• Current (within 6 months - 1 year) work experience in one of the following departments: coding, revenue cycle, cancer registry, ROI, and/or other medical‑related environment.
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level in various delivery modes, including online (distance) education and in‑person.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with peers to achieve program and organizational goals.
• Experience in a variety of HIM technology (Epic, Meditech, Cerner, 3M/Solventum, Nuance Clintegrity, McKesson Horizon Patient Folder, Metriq, etc.).
• Current (within 1 year) leadership position in a facility.
• Understanding of and experience working with a diverse student population, including students with disabilities, students with a wide range of abilities, students from a variety of cultural and economic backgrounds, and nontraditional students.

Application Submission

Click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Documents include:

• Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (Copies of transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.). All degree(s) and/or credit(s) must be earned from regionally or nationally accredited postsecondary colleges and universities recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. Transcripts issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course‑by‑course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
• A brief one‑page cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications.
• Three letters of recommendation (optional) attesting to job performance and personal character.
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. The application will be considered incomplete if materials are unreadable. MQs must be met by the effective date of appointment. Please REDACT references to social security numbers and birth date on submitted documents. All requested documents/information become the property of Leeward Community College and will not be returned.

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Inquiries

Leeward Community College

Human Resources Office

808-455-0326

[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Statement

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Employment Eligibility

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

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Accommodation Request

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