Medical Coding and Billing 9 month

Washington, Virginia


Employer: Virginia Community Colleges
Industry: I-Faculty
Salary: $51000 per year
Job type: Full-Time

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Medical Coding and Billing 9 month Role Title 9 month-Instructor Role Code 01013-FP FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 296F0009 Agency Virginia Highlands Community College Agency/Division Virginia Highlands Community College (Div) Work Location Washington - 191 Hiring Range Minimum Salary $51,000 Rank and salary dependent on academic credentials and work experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

The faculty, staff, and stakeholders of Virginia Highlands Community College ( VHCC ) enjoy the privilege of serving the individuals of the commonwealth who reside in Washington County, western Smyth County, and the city of Bristol, VA. One of 23 institutions in the Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ), VHCC is a beacon for educational opportunities in view of Mt. Rogers and Whitetop Mountain at Exit 14 on Interstate 81 in Abingdon, VA. With a robust 55-year heritage, VHCC serves students in the service region through Workforce Development a School of Business and Industry, a School of Arts and Sciences, and a School of Biological and Health Sciences. VHCC awards credentials and continuing education courses as well as Associate of Applied Science degrees, Associate of Arts, Associate of Sciences, certificates, and career studies certificates.

Instrumental to the overall culture of the college and the surrounding community is a long-standing tradition that places great value on teaching. At the college’s founding, visionary leaders at VHCC established institutional and academic priorities that have kept the college positioned to serve students who are passionate about preparing to become teachers. In addition to serving students who earn an associate degree before transferring to purse education-related bachelor’s degrees, VHCC is fortunate to have multiple business and industry credentials highly relevant to local employers. Medical billing/coding is one such important credential.

VHCC is seeking a full-time faculty member who will teach medical coding and billing courses in addition to representing the interests of the college and the students as the Medical Coding and Billing Program Chair in our service region. Intentionally, VHCC seeks to employee a full-time faculty member who will bring a diverse set of experiences and perspective to this leadership and service to students. This colleague will teach medical coding and billing courses as necessary in response to enrollment demands to include a combination of seated and virtual delivery methods each semester. During the first year, special emphasis will be placed on researching and developing a new Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Coding and Billing to serve the growing demand for training and jobs in this field. The remaining workload credit hours will be dedicated to supporting program coordination initiatives and conducting various liaison activities in the best interest of maintaining, promoting, and expanding the endeavors of the college in regional employer partnerships. To serve students who are passionate about pursuing opportunities in emerging fields. In addition to serving students who earn an associate degree before transferring to baccalaureate institutions, VHCC is fortunate to offer career programs that provide multiple business and industry credentials highly relevant to regional employers. Medical coding and billing is one such important credential in the growing healthcare industry.
Sensitive Position No Job Description
Position Responsibilities:

  • Teach day, evening, seated, hybrid, and virtual classes;
  • Actively promote program and course development;
  • Actively employ effective student success strategies;
  • Integrate instructional technology in courses and the curriculum as appropriate;
  • Manage program coordination efforts;
  • Actively recruit teacher preparation students;
  • Develop new courses as necessary;
  • Establish and assess student outcomes and participate in Institutional Effectiveness initiatives to include assessment and program reviews;
  • Maintain ten Student Engagement Hours per week with accessibility to students;
  • Provide leadership for the Medical Coding and Office Management programs at the discretion of the academic dean;
  • Advise students on curriculum and career goals for Medical Coding and Office management coursework;
  • Provide leadership and service on college committees;
  • Pursue professional growth and development activities in discipline(s);
  • Advance the college mission by involvement in college, community and professional activities that enhances the college and impact student development;
  • Teach other courses matching qualifications and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor;
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty & staff and other stakeholders important to the college.




Rank and Salary: Rank and salary dependent on academic credentials and work experience.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
  • Associate’s degree in health information management, healthcare administration, or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution;
  • Work experience in the medical billing or medical coding fields;
  • CPC or CCA Medical Coder Certification
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication in the English language;
  • Demonstrated understanding of and belief in the comprehensive mission of community college;
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders important to the college;
Additional Considerations
  • Bachelor’s degree in health information management, healthcare administration, or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution;
  • Experience leading and coordinating a college program;
  • Experience teaching in a community college setting;
  • Demonstrated success in program planning and assessment;
  • Credentials to teach in a second program area if needed.
Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel
N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FAC_1393P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/15/2024 Job Close Date 09/09/2024 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.vhcc.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
To be considered in the initial screening, completed applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm EDT September 6, 2024. This position will remain open until filled. Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the Recruitment Management System. Resume, letter of interest, references and copies of ALL college transcripts must be attached to online application. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application. Information on the application is the primary source used for screening the position. Failure to complete any section of the application may disqualify the application for further consideration. Applications should include complete work history, including periods of unemployment if applicable. Transcripts should be combined into one document and uploaded as one file. If you are having difficulty attaching documents, please call Human Resources at 276-739-2425. If the file size of the attached documents is too large, the system will not allow you to upload the documents. You will need to reduce the file size or reduce the resolution. It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to ensure that all required documentation is received. Incomplete on-line applications or other materials submitted via e-mail, postal mail, fax or in-person will not be considered.

If your transcripts are on file at VHCC as a current or former employee or if you need assistance, it is the applicant’s sole responsibility to contact the Human Resources Department by calling 276-739-2425 or emailing tvanburen@vhcc.edu to request your transcripts be added to your application packet.

Official transcripts are required before a contract will be issued. The job announcement may be accessed at www.vhcc.edu (click on About the College and Employment Opportunities). For questions about the on-line application process please call (276) 739-2425.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position,

however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Documents verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States must be presented upon hire.

VHCC participates in E-Verify.

Selected applicant will be subject to a background check.

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
TheVCCSis anEOEand Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Created: 2024-08-22
Reference: FAC_1393P
Country: United States
State: Virginia
City: Washington