Adjunct, Health Information Management

Alvin College•Varies: Alvin College/Online/Various Service Area School Districts/TX Dept of Criminal Justice, TX

13d•Remote

About The Position

This is a part-time faculty pool for assignments available during the academic year. The instructor provides high-quality instruction in Health Information Management courses in accordance with the approved curriculum, program requirements, and college policies. The role supports student learning through effective teaching, timely communication, meaningful assessment and feedback, and responsible use of health information technologies and industry standards. Teaching assignments are online and may vary by semester based on program needs. Faculty members are subject to the provisions of the Interlocal Agreement between Alvin College and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). While teaching within TDCJ facilities, faculty must comply with TDCJ policies, procedures, and security regulations. If TDCJ officials deny access to an assigned unit, the employer may terminate employment and cease salary payments immediately. The role may require travel to the main campus in Alvin and/or offsite locations, including local high schools and TDCJ facilities. A criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check is required. Official transcripts and/or certifications must be provided within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

Associate's degree or higher in Health Information Management.
At least one current industry certification; acceptable certifications include RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CCS, or CPC.
At least two years of non-teaching work experience in the Health Information Technology field.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and intermediate computer skills.
Familiarity with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
Working knowledge of the Blackboard course management system.
Strong organization, administrative, and communication skills.
Working knowledge of artificial intelligence tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.
Provide official transcripts and/or certifications within 30 days of hire.
Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions must have their coursework evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
Comply with TDCJ policies, procedures, and security regulations when performing instructional duties within TDCJ facilities.
Pass a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction in assigned Health Information Management courses using approved course outcomes, syllabi, learning activities, and assessment methods.
Maintain and update the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring course content is organized, accessible, and current.
Ensure instructional materials, assignments, assessments, due dates, and gradebook settings are accurate, organized, accessible, and aligned with the approved curriculum.
Use current health information management practices, coding conventions, classification systems, reimbursement concepts, privacy and security requirements, data quality principles, and healthcare technologies as appropriate to assigned courses.
Communicate course expectations clearly and provide timely, constructive feedback on student work.
Evaluate student achievement, maintain accurate attendance and grade records, and submit required records by established deadlines.
Maintain regular instructor presence and availability through posted office hours, course communications, discussion participation, and other appropriate methods.
Maintain required professional credentials and remain current in Health Information Management practice and applicable industry standards.
Collaborate professionally with the program director, faculty, staff, students, clinical or industry partners, and other stakeholders.
Adhere to Alvin College policies and procedures and comply with TDCJ policies, procedures, and security regulations when performing instructional duties in TDCJ facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.