Part-Time Faculty, Health Information Management

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers. NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

The Adjunct Instructor will be responsible for teaching assigned courses within the Health Information Management program, specifically focusing on Medical Terminology or Electronic Health Records (EHRs).

• Delivering engaging and informative instruction to students, utilizing a variety of online teaching methodologies (e.g., live virtual lectures, pre-recorded videos, online discussions, interactive exercises, virtual office hours).
• Developing and maintaining course syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and assessments that align with program objectives and curriculum standards. These should be optimized for online delivery.
• Grading student work (assignments, quizzes, exams) promptly and providing constructive feedback to promote student learning, utilizing online grading tools and platforms.
• Maintaining accurate student records, including attendance and grades, within the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Holding virtual office hours to provide student support and guidance via video conferencing, chat, or email.
• Collaborating with other faculty members and the HIM Program Director to ensure curriculum consistency and effectiveness, often through online communication channels.
• Staying current with industry trends and advancements in medical terminology, EHR systems, and HIM practices, including online resources and platforms.
• Participating in program assessment and improvement activities, potentially through online meetings and surveys.
• Adhering to all NWACC policies and procedures, including those related to online instruction and accessibility.
• Utilizing the Learning Management System (LMS) and other designated online platforms for course management, communication, and content delivery.
• Being readily available and responsive to student inquiries and needs via online communication channels.

• Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology, including prefixes, suffixes, root words, and common medical abbreviations.
• In-depth knowledge of electronic health record systems, including their functionality, implementation, and use in various healthcare settings.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and other relevant privacy and security standards, especially in the context of online data handling.
• Knowledge of learning principles and effective online teaching methodologies.
• Understanding of assessment and evaluation techniques in online environments.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and presentation skills, adapted for online delivery.
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely in various online formats.
• Proficiency in using relevant software applications (e.g., EHR software, LMS, video conferencing platforms, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, particularly for managing online courses and communication.
• Ability to work effectively with students and foster a sense of community in an online environment.

• Ability to create a positive and supportive online learning environment.
• Ability to motivate and engage students in online learning activities.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and support student learning.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners in an online setting.
• Technical proficiency to troubleshoot basic technical issues related to online teaching platforms.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear, via video conferencing. The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods. Significant time may be spent looking at a computer screen. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus, particularly when viewing digital content.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the employee's workspace is usually minimal to moderate. The employee will be responsible for maintaining a suitable workspace with reliable internet access.

The faculty will possess expert skills, knowledge, experience, and education in the healthcare subject area and a history of successful teaching or related experience. Bachelor's Degree in the teaching field with industry experience and industry-specific credential or license (if applicable to the teaching field).

• Credentialing in one of the following: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
• Master's degree in Health Information Management or a related field.
• Prior experience teaching online courses at the college level.
• Experience with online teaching platforms and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.