Adjunct Instructor, Medical Billing and Coding

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor, Medical Billing and Coding

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This position will instruct in-person courses in the Medical Billing and Coding program and perform duties associated with instruction of students in the Medical Billing and Coding program. The Medical Billing and Coding instructor will prepare and present specific course content with summary assessment of students’ academic performance; develop, administer, and grade exams; hold office hours in the amount of thirty (30) minutes per course on campus at times convenient for students; maintain class records and report grades; participate in class evaluations and an end of semester evaluation session; and complete all required/mandated employee training/professional development.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education

1. Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education and evidence of appropriate familiarity with the subject matter taught as evidenced by academic transcript and/or occupational experience.

2. If no Bachelor’s degree: 1) a high school diploma or its equivalent with a license, diploma, certificate or other degree from a recognized institution or organization in the area taught; and 2) a minimum of four (4) years of documented evidence of occupational experience in the area taught. Documented evidence of occupational experience in the area taught may be in the form of letters from former employer(s) verifying work experience in the area taught or a notarized statement attesting to work experience in the area taught. A resume submitted by the applicant does not fulfill these requirements unless it is notarized.

Required Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts required if hired)

2. Resume

3. If no bachelor’s degree, then copy of high school diploma or equivalent

4. Copy of any licenses and/or certifications relative to the subject area

Minimum Qualifications

§ Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Biller (CPB), or Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)

§ Must be proficient in operating a computer and experienced in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

§ At least one year of experience teaching in a higher education setting.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform duties associated with instruction of students in the Medical Assisting Program and assess their progress in relation to identified program and student learning outcomes.

2. Attend class as scheduled and on time. Begin lessons promptly and teach for the full duration of the course. Maintain performance standards, academic rigor, and integrity within courses taught.

3. Pursue goals, objectives, and activities that promote and support the mission of the college. Represent the college in manner, appearance, and behavior that promotes a positive image of the college.

4. Adhere to all policies, procedures, and processes of Goodwill Technical College and Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana, Inc.

5. Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to college policy.

6. Prepare ahead of time to provide lectures, lead discussions, perform demonstrations, and/or use technology which facilitates learning. Present course content in a professional manner and in a way that supports various learning styles to maximize student learning of the objectives being taught.

7. Create an engaging, motivating, and healthy classroom environment that is conducive to learning and in which all students are treated equitably and with respect.

8. Participate in departmental duties including, but not limited to advisory committee meetings, faculty/staff meetings, curriculum/syllabus development, selection of appropriate instructional materials, revision of testing materials, accreditation process, and others as assigned.

9. Participate in assessment activities necessary for program evaluation of student learning outcomes for program review and to maintain accrediting standards.

10. Participate in the assessment of non-traditional credit through developing, administering or grading credit examinations.

11. Maintain and record accurate student attendance and progress. Prepare monthly academic progress reports when required by a student’s funding source. Submit Midterm Academic Reports, midterm grades, and final grades on time. Adhere to Instructor Exit form for end of semester requirements.

12. Adhere to all timelines established by the college. Check emails daily and respond within 24 hours (Monday – Friday). Respond to records inquiries and other communications about students in a timely manner.

13. Hold thirty (30) minutes of office hours per course on campus.

14. Maximize the use of learning and technological resources. Incorporate the opportunity for students to develop and expand written and oral communication skills in each course.

15. Participate in training and professional development mandated by the college.

16. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors and use appropriate channels of communication with all members of the Goodwill Technical College and Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana, Inc. community.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

Required to sit or stand (possibly for long periods of time), walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; able to lift 25 pounds.