Part-Time Faculty - Medical Coding & Billing

University of Arkansas Grantham contracts with UAS Services, LLC and Oasis, A Paychex Company, as our exclusive employment partner to provide benefits and payroll services and deliver on our mission for our students. UAS Services, LLC is an equal access, equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that is fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.

Please note, the University of Arkansas Grantham is looking for remote workers in the following states: AR, AL, AZ, DE, FL, GA, KS, IA, ID, IN, KY, LA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WY

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Part-time Faculty for University of Arkansas Grantham (UAG) have primary responsibility for online instruction and corresponding outreach to an approximate maximum load of 70 students at a given time. Part-time faculty serve in a remote capacity at the University. This position is for the College of Health Professions and will report to the Administrative Faculty. Part-time faculty teach courses that may begin monthly or quarterly depending on the course and program. Courses are eight weeks in length and utilize the Blackboard Learning Management System. Each course week runs Wednesday through Tuesday midnight of the following week. Faculty are given access one week prior to the course start date to set up the course.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide instruction in accordance with the VIP2 philosophy of the University and within the scope of departmentally defined courses, programs of study, and degrees. This responsibility includes timely interaction with students and quality assessment of student work with substantive feedback. 
• Faculty will take part in shared governance of curriculum, in some instances participating in curriculum development.
• Follow all University policies as provided in the University Catalog and Faculty Handbook.
• Participate in training on necessary technologies to facilitate courses.
• Attend 90% of Faculty Council Meetings (synchronous or asynchronous)
• Cooperate with faculty members, staff, and administrators regarding educational technology and support services that enhance the instructional process.
• Assume responsibility to keep current in the field of study/area of expertise and continue to develop professionally in content, methodologies, and distance-learning strategies.
• Able to make decisions and work independently with exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
• Maintain accurate electronic records for both the learning management system maintenance as well as the University records system and submit all records when required.
• Prepare for and personally conduct all assigned courses.
• Provide weekly "office hours" support and communicate (e.g., email, posting, live-chat, etc.) in a timely manner with students, other faculty, staff, and School Dean/Chair, particularly regarding student concerns or issues.
• Provide students, faculty, and staff with frequent, regular feedback and note progress toward course/program goals and objectives.  Conduct fair evaluations of student progress and consistently apply university policies to all students. 
• Make referrals to The Teaching and Learning Center when a student's scholastic or personal needs require special attention.
• Participate actively in faculty development opportunities (internally and externally). 
• Tutor students during office hours
• Provide feedback concerning student and faculty issues.
• Utilize the philosophy and objectives of University of Arkansas Grantham to create a positive growth environment for learning. Follow principles of good educational practice: provide ongoing contact between students, develop reciprocity/cooperation among students, use active learning techniques, give prompt feedback, emphasize time on task, communicate high expectations, and respect diverse talents and ways of learning. 
• Proactively participate with students within programs through teaching, phone calls, welcome forums, recorded videos, etc.
• Notify the appropriate University administrator of any course or course administration issues in a timely manner. 
• Participate in the Outcomes Assessment Process
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS AND DESIRED SKILLS:

• Part-time faculty teaching undergraduate courses are required to hold a master's degree in health care administration, public health, healthcare management, health information management or health informatics.CCA, CCS, or CPC certification is required.
• Faculty are required to have experiential qualifications in addition to academic credentials.
• Prospective instructors must enroll in and successfully complete GU900 Instructor Training Course in order to be considered.  
• All degrees must be conferred from an institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).  For instructors holding degrees awarded by non-U.S. institutions, the institutions must be approved by the appropriate governmental or accreditation agency.
• Five years of professional experience. 
• Teaching experience required. Online teaching experience is preferred.
• A student-centered instructional philosophy is required.
• Curriculum development experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Products, Internet, MS Project, course management systems, computerized assessment software, and web authoring software is required.
• Knowledge of, and use of, the Blackboard Learning Management System is preferred. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with technicians and faculty. 
• Knowledge of distance learning educational model required.
• Able to gather, analyze, evaluate, and integrate information electronically.
• Advanced professional business writing skills required.
• In-depth knowledge of distance learning educational models, adult learning styles, and technology-assisted instruction.
• In-depth knowledge of developing curriculum design required.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required.
• High speed Internet and a webcam are required for this role.
• Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and by telephone) and in writing.
• A flexible work schedule is required.
• Able to multi-task yet maintain close attention to detail and timeliness of work production.
• Able to work in a positive team-oriented manner with a variety of people (students, faculty, staff, administrators, vendors, and members of the general public).