Instructor, Health Information Technology (Part-Time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Under the direction of the Dean of Healthcare Pathway, develops and teaches concepts and strategies for a variety of courses. May require teaching courses at MATC campuses, business, community, other sites, and online during the day, evening, and/or weekend. Related duties include participation in department and advisory meetings, department and college functions, course and curriculum development in both traditional and non-traditional formats, online courses, staff development, conduct open labs (if/when necessary), student advising, student outcome assessment and quality review assessment and implementation, student organization involvement, recruitment and retention of students, and other duties as assigned**. Required to keep current with the latest trends and technologies in discipline.

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program/department evaluation. **
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance.
• Advise students on academic issues. **
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program/department area. **
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings. **
• Promote the education/training program/department, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to promote educational opportunities at MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities. **
• Develop relationships with business and industry. **
• Complete program/department evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements:
Must have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Health Information Management, Health Administration or related field such as Health Informatics.

Occupational Experience Requirement:
Must have a minimum of five (5) years of full-time or equivalent (10,000 hours) experience in Health Information Technology: Coding Manager/Director, Revenue Cycle Manager, Cancer Registry Manager, Information Security Manager, HIM Operations Manager.
In addition, one of the following must be met: 1.) At least two (2) years of work experience must have occurred within the last five years, or
2.) Two (2) years of teaching Health Information Technology course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years
{One (1) year of teaching equivalent two (2) semesters full-time of four (4) semesters part-time}

Industry or vendor certification Requirement:
Must have a current credential as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in teaching and/or developing curriculum in a variety of classroom environments including in-person and online.
• Experience using a variety of instructional methods including: face-to-face, blended, and 100% online preferred.
• Must be able to develop and maintain curriculum currency.
• Working knowledge of computers and software related to instructional area including MS Office/Google Suite, data systems, mobile technologies, web conference tools, and social networking; and knowledge of, or willing to learn, Blackboard or similar learning management system (LMS) preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic competency attainment.
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction:

• Effective Communication through Speaking and Listening
• Effective Communication through Writing
• Mathematical Competency
• Effective Problem Solving
• Global Awareness
• Professionalism
• Technology Competency

• Email - Experience with email systems
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with software to prepare documents, presentations, spreadsheets, etc.

• Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:
• Online Learning Management and Information Systems used for instruction, student advising, student programs/departments, grading, class schedules and rosters, etc.
• Experience delivering synchronous instruction using multi-media based, and emerging technologies.
• Experience delivering distance learning where applicable.

Start Date:

2 part-time positions that support the Healthcare Pathway and are available to start immediately.

Hours:

Up to 19 hours weekly, in-person, primarily based out of the Mequon Campus. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday - Friday

Salary:

Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non-negotiable unless market conditions dictate otherwise.

Interviews:

Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be determined.

EEO/AA:

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.