Job Summary
Great Lakes Institute of Technology is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment by empowering individuals with the knowledge, practical skills, and experience necessary to reach career and life goals. The school is committed to providing quality education and training standards through a program of continuous assessment and improvement.

We are seeking individuals who have a desire to foster the professional and personal growth of our students. We need faculty that have a passion for their specific industry and wish to share that knowledge and experience with those who are not only seeking to enter the workforce but striving for positive professional change. Our student body is diverse, and comes from many different backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups, but all share a desire to grow their careers and create a better future for themselves and their families.

Job Title: Lead Instructor to teach students via a distance learning format.

Open Position: Full-time

Type of Position: Remote on-line instruction

Compensation: Competitive wage based on experience

Position Summary:

• Responsible for teaching courses offered in hybrid, and distance learning formats and teaching courses using established texts and materials.
• Responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering instruction and assessment of learning outcomes. Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students’ needs.
• Utilize engaging instructional strategies and methodologies which foster student success both in and outside of the classroom.
• Maintain accurate student records and actively respond to student communication and emails within 48 hours.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote learning. Track classroom behavior regarding absenteeism, tardiness, and discipline.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit course grade rosters timely and according to established guidelines.
• Always Coordinate with the Program Director and Director of Education to ensure the successful operation of the educational program.
• Comply with organization’s policies and practices related to instruction, assessment, and delivery and maintain standards required to ensure on-going program accreditation.
• Prepare and submit to the Program Director and Director of Education prior to the first day of instruction, a course syllabus with daily outline that explains how the instructor will implement the course goal and objectives in accordance with school policies.
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives.
• Faculty must maintain current competence in the field of specialization by engaging in ongoing development of teaching skills and improvement through elements such as virtual attendance for in-house faculty in-services.
• All faculty must adhere to professional ethics in accordance with school policies, procedures and regulations.
• Participate in quarterly graduation ceremonies and other school events, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, health information technology or related field and must be a certified Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and oral/written communication skills.

Experience

• Minimum of three years’ work experience in the health information technology field.
• Knowledge of the operational issues of health care organizations, health care reform, regulatory requirements, reimbursement methodologies, claims and records handling, and coding.
• Teaching experience and familiarity with on-line/remote instruction preferred.

Certificate/License

• Must be certified as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) (Required)

Work Location: Remote