Job Description

SUNY Broome Community College is seeking candidates for a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track appointment as Instructor or Assistant Professor in the Health Information Technology Department starting in Fall 2025. This faculty opportunity comes with an academic work schedule from August to May with time off to enjoy the summer months. Ten (10) month salary is spread over twelve (12) months to allow for consistent, uninterrupted pay periods. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, and optional Vision and Flexible Benefit Plan.

The department offers an A.A.S. in Health Information Technology, provided in a fully online modality. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) and is a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification preparing program.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in a variety of HIT courses via an online format, which could include, but is not limited to, asynchronous and synchronous modalities.


• Develop and update course syllabi, assignments, and assessments in alignment with CAHIIM standards.


• Assist in the acquisition and maintenance of clinical affiliations.


• Assist with student placement and coordination of clinicals.


• Provide academic support and mentorship to students, including advising, tutoring, and career guidance.


• Maintain an inclusive classroom environment that supports all students, including adult learners, those from diverse backgrounds, learning abilities, and varying levels of technological literacy.


• Participate in accreditation and assessment processes, and support the program's compliance with CAHIIM accreditation standards.


• Participate in department and division meetings, curriculum development, and College-wide committees and initiatives.


• Participate in community events and outreach efforts to aid in the recruitment of students.


• Participate in retention efforts within the department, division, and College.


• Stay current with developments in the field of Health Information Management and integrate relevant industry trends into the curriculum, in accordance with CAHIIM standards.


• Engage in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and remain knowledgeable in areas of expertise within the field of Health Information Management.

Requirements:

The Assistant Professor position requires a Master's degree in an appropriate field with either three (3) years of teaching experience or an appropriate combination of teaching, relevant work experience, or scholarly activity. Additional coursework in an appropriate field is desirable.

The Instructor position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree. Individuals with less than a Master's Degree will be given four (4) years to secure an approved Master's Degree. Work experience in an area appropriate to the teaching field is strongly preferred.

AHIMA credential (RHIT or RHIA) and/or a coding/specialty credential (either CCS, CCS-P, CDIP, CHDA, or CHPS) is required, per CAHIIM requirements. Within two years of hire, candidates must have obtained one of the coding specialty credentials, which would be supported through professional development funding.

Background in and current knowledge of Health Information Management, as well as educational theory and methodology (e.g., curriculum development, educational psychology, test construction, measurement, evaluation, and assessment) consistent with teaching assignment.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate would possess digital fluency in order to deliver highly effective and engaging courses, as well as a willingness to embrace innovative teaching methods, which incorporate the use of technology. The successful candidate will have previous experience teaching undergraduate courses related to HIT, utilizing technologically rich teaching delivery methods. A commitment to obtain or maintain proficiency in the use of technology to deliver pedagogically appropriate educational content is required. Familiarity with the accreditation standards of CAHIIM is a plus; commitment to learn, if not familiar is required.

Candidates comfortable in a student-centered, diverse classroom with a strong commitment to the community college mission are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information:

The minimum annual salary for the  Assistant Professor position is $56,606. Salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

The minimum annual salary for  Instructor is $51,914. Salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Offers of employment will be conditional based upon the results of a satisfactory, required pre-employment Standard Background Check.

SUNY Broome Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to enhancing the diversity and inclusion of the campus community and curriculum. The institution is committed to promoting an environment of equity, inclusion, and respect for others. SUNY BCC is committed to the diversity of its community. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with materials submitted by Friday, April 18, 2025 receiving priority consideration.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, and phone number of three (3) references to: 

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Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Summer work, Flexible hours,

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