Online Visiting Professor – Inpatient Coding

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Instruct courses and programs in alignment with DeVry University standards.

• Support student learning for both undergraduate and graduate learners.

• Create course syllabi and develop lesson plans.

• Implement pedagogical strategies to meet course and program objectives.

• Construct and deliver an approved DeVry University syllabus featuring terminal course objectives.

• Organize, prepare, revise, and refresh course materials as needed.

• Utilize online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions.

• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

• Establish course expectations, objectives, assignment and examination timelines, and evaluation criteria.

• Ensure that examinations align with course terminal objectives.

• Prepare and assess exams in a consistent and equitable manner.

• Provide prompt feedback to students regarding their performance.

• Incorporate responsible AI technologies into the teaching and learning process.

• Identify, assess, and manage appropriate and inappropriate student utilization of AI tools.

• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A master's degree in a healthcare-related discipline is essential.

• A minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the subject area being taught.

• Candidates must submit unofficial graduate-level transcripts.

• Degrees must be conferred by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution with equivalent accreditation.

• Experience in inpatient coding is a prerequisite.

• Current industry experience in a healthcare environment is required.

• Possession of an industry-related certification (CCS) is necessary.

• At least 5 years of comprehensive knowledge of healthcare operations is required.

• A minimum of five years of recent hands-on experience in inpatient coding.

• Familiarity with electronic health/medical records is essential.

• Understanding of IT systems and functions within the healthcare sector.

• Knowledge of health insurance and reimbursement practices is expected.

• Awareness of health privacy and ethical standards is required.

• Understanding of reimbursement methodologies and billing processes is necessary.

• Capability to work flexible hours, including evenings.

• Required subject matter expertise and excellent communication skills.

• Commitment to continuous professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.

• Additional qualifications driven by state licensing or accreditation requirements may be applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive faculty training program.

• Ongoing faculty development initiatives.

• Flexible working hours, including evenings.

• Responsible integration of AI technologies in teaching and learning.

• Compensation based on level, credit hours taught per 8-week session, and location.