Bachelor’s degree in Medical Office Administration or Health Information Technology or a closely related field.  Certification in Medical Coding and/or related health care field or the ability to obtain appropriate certification. Excellent human relations and communication skills are required. Demonstrated skills and progressive responsibility in instruction and technology are needed.

Master’s degree in Health Information Management or related field is preferred.

The instructor will be responsible for the following duties:

• Advising students.
• Maintaining office hours. 
• Assisting with registration.
• Serving on College committees.
• Developing curriculum.
• Maintaining professional competence.
• Participation in professional development activities.

Additional Responsibilities when Teaching:

• Maintain annually updated course syllabi and provide each student with a written statement of course requirements at the beginning of the semester including texts, course content and competencies and evaluation. 
• Prepare course materials; use appropriate teaching techniques including delivering lectures, leading discussions, and conducting laboratory demonstrations; and perform other activities, which are related to and meet the requirements of the courses. 
• Conduct evaluations of student performance and assign grades based on such evaluations. 
• Maintain records of student attendance and grades according to college and state policy and procedure. 
• Maintain posted office hours as required by college policy and procedure and be available for student conferences and tutoring. 
• Responsible for the development and revision of course content, textbook/equipment selection, instructional materials, and teaching assignments/scheduling. 
• Responsible for administering student surveys in classes as prescribed by college procedure and discussing results with Academic Dean or VP.
• Participate in the development and implementation of articulation programs and agreements and promote student participation in such programs. 
• Provide students with academic and career advisement and assistance in transferability as appropriate. 
• Work with students and employers in occupational settings, on-the-job training, practicums, internships and similar work-related situations as needed. 
• Maintain professional skills and subject expertise through continual study and research in discipline and through involvement in professional organizations. 
• Donate academic expertise in the local, state, or national community when appropriate to fulfill the community relations goals of the College.
• Serve on faculty, college and/or University and Community College System of North Carolina committees as appropriate.
• Support and encourage college-sponsored activities.
• May operate college-owned vehicles.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

COMPETENCIES: 
 
Ability to maintain mastery of subject matter. Develops and/or teaches courses in the OA and MOA Department for which the appropriate credential is held. Ability to teach in various formats, various locations, and via various delivery methods. Ability to advise OA and MOA students. Adheres to policies, procedures, expectations, and practices of the College, the department, and discipline. Ability to communicate clearly with students, other faculty, and staff. Contributes to a safe and secure campus environment. Enforces Code of Classroom Conduct and Code of Student Conduct. Assists with program reviews, program accreditation, and SACSCOC accreditation as appropriate. Attends meetings and events and actively participates on committees and taskforces. Attends the annual commencement ceremony. Upholds the College Vision, Mission, Values. Supports diversity in all aspects.
Establishes, measures, and/or upholds learning outcomes that are relevant and meaningful, as appropriate. Ability to evaluate student progress in a fair, consistent, and timely manner. Develops, prepares, and/or delivers all levels of curriculum courses. Completes required professional development annually. Ability to keep course material up to date with current technologies used in the field. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
SPECIAL NOTES: 
 
Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background investigation. Only those who are interviewed will be notified of the status of the position.