Lecturer-Clinical Medical Assistant/Medical Billing & Coding Specialist Program (Spring 2024)

University of the Incarnate Word, United States

Updated: about 9 hours ago
Location: San Antonio, TEXAS
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Lecturer-Clinical Medical Assistant/Medical Billing & Coding Specialist Program (Spring 2024)
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) within the School of Professional Studies invites part-time faculty Lecturer candidates to teach in one or more of the following certification programs:
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
  • Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist


In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.
The Lecturer for Clinical Medical Assistant/Medical Billing & Coding Specialist Program reports to the Dean, School of Professional Studies.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed.
Benefits
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
  • Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
  • Prepare timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
  • Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
  • Effectively translate subject matter expertise to engage and educate students through active learning.
  • Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
  • Be available outside of class to help students learn and answer their questions (physically and/or electronically).
  • Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
  • Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to teach in-person or on-line classes.
  • Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
  • Ability to actively engage students in the learning process.
  • Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
  • Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
An associate degree in relevant medical discipline; certificate program graduate and extensive experience in a relevant field will be considered in lieu of associate degree.
Required Work Experience
At least five (5) years of professional-level experience in relevant field.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Medical certification in relevant field of expertise.
Work Hours
  • Based on the course assignment.
  • Courses may be held Monday through Saturday.
  • Part-time faculty are assigned for one term at a time.
Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in this discipline.

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