Remote Health Information Management Associate Professor

Opportunity

Our mission as DeVry University faculty members is to facilitate engaging learning environments that foster intellectual curiosity, academic integrity, and critical thinking skills, preparing our students to become lifelong learners and leaders in their chosen career fields and communities. 

• DeVry University faculty are dedicated to their students and exhibit exceptional student CARE. 
• DeVry University faculty are proficient in all learning modalities and fully embrace DeVry University's Academic Philosophy and Instructional Model. 
• Our faculty are role models for our University TEACH values and foster a culture of CARE consistent with our university mission, vision, and purpose. 

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development and University Service
• Lead the development and enhancement of course content and curriculum ensuring alignment with industry standards and academic excellence.
• Design and implement new courses in course development and continually update existing courses based on evolving field trends and student feedback (4-5 courses per fiscal year).
• Support in the assessment and evaluation of course effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
• Address and resolve curriculum-related issues submitted as tickets through Canvas.
• Collaborate with full-time and visiting professors in the Teaching & Learning department for courses within the healthcare information management domain.
• Teaching and Academic Support
• Demonstrate excellence in the delivery of courses within Canvas (15 - 30 credit hours per fiscal year)

• • Advising and mentoring students to support their academic and professional growth. 

• Contribute to university service through active participation in curriculum committees and other college initiatives
• Support and advise visiting professors on curriculum-related matters.

• Professional Development
  • Engage in professional development activities, including staying current in the field and participating in relevant scholarly activities. 
  • Contribute to college and curriculum-related activities and initiatives focused on faculty professional development. 

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to effectively manage both curriculum development and teaching responsibilities. Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Master’s Degree in the field being taught or Doctorate Degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in field being taught. 
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) required.

• Three to five years of experience in healthcare information systems, network topologies, telecommunications, and information technologies for health data storage and communication.
• Expertise in advanced clinical classification systems (e.g., SNOMED CT, DSM-IV), coding applications, and clinical data management for healthcare reimbursement and compliance.
• Proven experience in healthcare total quality management, including quality planning, risk management, and statistical analysis for performance improvement.
• Strong background in health data development, regulatory compliance, and managing health information functions to support quality care and organizational information needs.
• At least two years of teaching experience in health information management or related fields, with a demonstrated track record of excellence and experience in curriculum development.
• Experience in web-based teaching, academic program management, and participation in university committees and professional organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse teams in professional settings.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Doctorate degree
• Five years previous teaching experience

• Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP)
• Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA)

Competencies: 

• Dealing with Ambiguity 
• Managing Diversity 
• Integrity and Trust 
• Functional/Technical Skills 
• Understanding Others 
• Conflict Management 
• Approachability 
• Creativity 
• Motivating Others 
• Composure 
• Efficient Time Management 
• Effective Communication