Adjunct Assistant Professor, Health Information Technology (Business Programs)

Santa Fe College Employees•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

Santa Fe College is seeking adjunct instructors for its Health Information Technology (HIT) Program to teach Health Information Technology and Informatics courses. Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor develops, prepares, and teaches coursework in the discipline. The role requires flexibility to teach during the day or evening, online, or through other distance-learning formats. The instructor plans and delivers instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings; supports student learning through timely assessment and feedback; maintains student and course records; and contributes to curriculum development and departmental and college activities. The position also requires adherence to college policies and applicable laws, and careful protection of confidential records and information.

Requirements

An associate degree or four-year degree, as applicable, in a qualifying field.
A current recognized AHIMA credential, such as RHIA, RHIT, or CHDA.
A qualifying field such as Health Information Management, Health Information Technician, Medical Records Administration, Informatics, IT, data analytics, or another recognized academic major in Health Sciences.
Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment.
Flexibility and supportiveness in adapting to change in a rapidly growing environment.
Analytical, data interpretation, logical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful communication skills.
Ability to respond promptly and courteously to students and faculty, including students with little or no computer skills.
Integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in job-related actions.
Organization and time-management skills to plan and complete tasks within established time frames.
Ability to identify issues, determine causes, develop solutions, and follow through on resolutions.
Ability to provide interactive service, build relationships, and address others’ needs.
Ability to set and exceed established targets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Experience in online teaching.
Real-world experience that can provide examples and lessons for classroom discussions.
Commitment to students and excellence in undergraduate education.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and deliver instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success.
Support the college and departmental missions through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
Collaborate with the Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates mastery of course content.
Demonstrate technological literacy and innovation in instructional delivery.
Work collaboratively as part of an academic team.
Assist with implementing college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the college’s philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
Participate in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
Provide frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback on students’ academic performance.
Document student progress and maintain records, including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.
Develop methods to assess fairly and accurately students’ progress toward stated learning outcomes and objectives.
Maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
Maintain records of operating procedures and, as needed, share position-specific knowledge and guidance on standard operations, collegewide ERP use, related system processes, and established departmental procedures.
Serve the college by participating in events, committees, and other college activities.
Comply with college rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws and regulations governing public employees, including document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality requirements.
Protect the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provide courteous, informed, accessible, and professional service.
Perform other duties as assigned.