Program Director, Health Information Technology | Guilford Technical Community College - Military Veterans

Job Description Summary: At Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC , you'll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive. The Program Director, in collaboration with the Dean provides the vision and leadership required to realize the mission of the Health Information Technology ( HIT ) Program, and the college at large. Primary administrative responsibilities include program development/ management, budget development/management, maintaining programmatic accreditation/external partnerships and providing operational supervision to full and part time faculty and staff in the department. Instructional responsibilities require a strong HIT skill set and the ability to teach students effectively in an instructional environment. The Program Director is a member of the full-time faculty and maintains a teaching load with some administrative release time to carry out duties. Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Health Information Technology/Management or related field from a regionally accredited post- secondary institution Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician ( RHIT ) OR as a Registered Health Information Administrator ( RHIA ) Education Preferred: Master's Degree in Health Information Technology/Management or related field from a regionally accredited post- secondary institution Experience Required: Three years of relevant professional experience in the field to include current medical coding protocols (e.g., CPT / ICD ) Three years demonstrated teaching experience in Health Information Technology within a post-secondary institution or health care setting. Experience with information technology processes/products such as database management, data analytics and use of Electronic Health Record software and Microsoft products. Experience with direct employee supervision and management Experience Preferred: Greater than three years of relevant professional experience in the field to include current medical coding protocols (e.g., CPT / ICD ) Greater than three years demonstrated teaching experience in Health Information Technology within a post-secondary institution Experience developing and maintaining an effective curriculum to include outcomes assessment and program evaluation. Experience with Health Information Technology national accreditation standards and procedures, i.e. CAHIIM Experience with alternate instructional delivery systems to include a learning management system