Instructor, Health Information Specialist- Adjunct CE (Pool)

Houston Community College•Houston, TX

About The Position

Provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional develop and institutional and community service. Provide quality instruction and integrating meaningful classroom activities and valuable experiences that facilitate student learning goals.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in any Health Information or Medical Field required
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrative (RHIA) required
National certification by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) required
1 year of college level teaching experience or 3 years as a Health Information Technician required
Competent in the use of technology in the classroom and willing to explore new instructional technological methodologies.
Ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
Ability to demonstrate intermediate to advanced hands-on techniques and skills related to the discipline.
Ability to communicate with staff and students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in any Health Information or Medical Field preferred

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses to include theory and clinical skills related to the Health Information Technology field
Instruction may include classroom, laboratory, web-based or field experience delivery methods
Demonstrate skill and knowledge in the teaching discipline
Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore and improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing new innovative instructional methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods
Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair
Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles, including the competence and interest in the use of technology
Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achieving of stated course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress in the course
Keep accurate student and class records (roll sheets, grade sheets and other records as required by the specific program), and submit reports and forms within requested timelines
Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials
Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs
Distribute certificates of completion to students and meet with individual students to make appropriate recommendations to subsequent courses
Participate in the development of new curriculum as needed
Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods
Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues
Make presentations about MBOP and CCS programs-its subject matter, objectives, and opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers, specials clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc.
Serve as advisor/mentor/tutor to MBOP and CCS students
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair
Keep pace with developments in the discipline
Learn and apply technologies that support student learning
Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college
Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities
Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/or committees
Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCC
Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs
Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards
Participate in the HCC planning process by assisting in the formulation of departmental objectives and goals and establishing budget guidelines
Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business/industry, and higher education