SCCCD International Education · 9 hours ago
Health Information Technology Instructor (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Fresno City College
SCCCD International Education is seeking a Health Information Technology Instructor for Fresno City College. The successful candidate will provide instruction in health information technology, teaching courses such as medical coding and supporting theory courses while mentoring and advising students in a diverse educational environment.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Teaching courses in health information management as assigned, including medical coding and supporting theory courses, such as medical terminology, pathophysiology, health record data content, structure and standards
Teaching online, hybrid, or face-to-face classes
Supporting, mentoring and advising students, including scheduling sufficient weekly office hours on campus
Evaluating student learning to demonstrate the AHIMA Entry-Level Competencies for Health Information Management (HIM) at the Associate Degree Level
Assisting in implementation and assessment of curriculum, program accreditation standards, and program goals
Participating in program review and student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning
Supporting, mentoring and advising students in a multi-cultural setting with sensitivity to and awareness of the educational challenges faced by racially minoritized students
Attending faculty meetings and participating in campus committees
Coordinating advisory committee meetings and establishing relationships with the professional community
Maintaining continuous professional membership in the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the California Health Information Association (CHIA)
Establishing and maintaining practicum settings and arranging student placement for professional practice experience
Collaborating with high schools offering dual enrollment HIT courses
Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees as needed
Participating in program review, student learning outcome development, and assessment to improve student learning
Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, on-line or off-campus, and large group instruction classes as needed, may include off-campus instruction at local high schools for dual enrollment
Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of full-time equivalent professional experience; or
Associate degree and six (6) years of full-time equivalent professional experience; or
A valid California Community College Credential; or
The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency)
Preferred
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes
Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students
Related work and professional experience
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, students with disabilities
Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
Master's degree or candidate in progress in related field
Certification as Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC-H), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred
Certificate for online teaching
At least one year teaching experience in an accredited health information technology program
Current knowledge of Evidence Based Decision Making
Current knowledge of Emerging Workforce Models
Certification as required by CAHIIM through professional preparation and experience, scholarship and/or teaching competencies and practice experience
Experience directing and managing program operations, including professional development of faculty, short term and long-term planning, budgeting, and generating reports and data requests, including the Annual Program Assessment Report (APAR) for CAHIIM
Experience working with various instructional technologies
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals
Benefits
An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available
An attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents
Life insurance
Employees are also members of the California State Teacher’s Retirement System (CalSTRS)
Company
SCCCD International Education
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) offers various study abroad opportunities through the Fresno City College, Reedley College, Clovis Community College, Madera Community College, and Oakhurst campus.
Funding
Current Stage
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