Description Responsible for teaching in discipline areas as assigned by the respective division chair. All instructors are expected to demonstrate a mastery of the subject matter and a commitment to teaching and learning with a focus upon student retention and success. Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)
Essential Job Functions:
- In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the Division Chair or appropriate Administrator for review.
- Teach classes assigned by the Division Chair and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the college.
- In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Division Chair for review.
- File with the librarian a bibliography of library books to be used in each course.
- Prepare for the annual budget requests for instructional equipment and materials including maps books audio-visual aids and other supplies and submit these requests to the Division Chair for recommendation.
- Prepare requests for the purchase of new library books and materials as needed and submit these requests to the Division Chair for review.
- Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the institution.
- Attend division meetings called by the Division Chair and faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
- Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
- Cooperate in the promotion of extra curricular activities by accepting reasonable assignments and encouraging student participation.
- Serve on such committees for the betterment of the college as may be established by the administration and faculty.
- Assist in registration as needed.
- Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.
- Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the college and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the college.
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
- Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
- Advise students assigned by student services.
- Demonstrate commitment to the teaching/learning process.
- Focus upon student recruitment retention and success.
- Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.
- Show an understanding of the community college philosophy including its unique ties to the workforce and its district.
- Work as a member of a team.
- Participate in development activities and maintain current perspectives in class presentations.
- Engage in activities aimed at promoting the Health Information - Medical Coding Programs in Business and Technology Division and Lake Land College to potential and current students.
- Develop assess and maintain data for course and program assessment.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Specific Functional Job Requirements
Education Requirements:
- Bachelors preferred, with a minimum of an AAS, in Health Information Management. Medical coding credentials required.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of 2000 hours demonstrable work experience in the medical office professional field. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in Health Information - Medical, medical coding certifications, and work experience in a medical office/area.
Knowledge:
- Curriculum development, community college philosophy and population. Credential required: CCS, RHIT, or RHIA.
Skills:
- Good command of the English language, the ability to use multi-media technology.
Personal Requirements:
- Positive attitude, spirit of cooperation, enthusiastic and open-minded.
Benefits
This position is not eligible for benefits.