Lecturer – Faculty in Health Information Management Systems

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Job Title:

Lecturer – Faculty in Health Information Management Systems

Department:

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The primary responsibility of this position is the preparation and instruction of 3 credits of HIMS 5700: Project in Health Information Management and Systems online to students in the Health Care Revenue Cycle and Data Analytics Certificate program. This position will work remotely. Teaching will take place during the 2nd session of spring semester 2025 (February 26, 2025 to April 29, 2025). The work assignments will be based on the certificate program’s curriculum and the Division’s teaching needs. 

• Track: This is an associated faculty position, non-tenure. 
• Rank: Lecturer 
• Language Requirements: English 
• Sponsorship not offered 
• This is a part-time, 47% position 

Performance Objectives 

• Update the course syllabus and the calendar for this online, asynchronous class in consultation with certificate program manager, and post to CarmenCanvas; 
• Order textbooks (if applicable); 
• Update and post readings and other teaching materials; 
• Prepare and deliver lectures (recording and posting to the CarmenCanvas course site); 
• Respond to accommodation requests from individual students (e.g., lengthening exam time); 
• Update and post assignments; 
• Grade assignments and respond to students in a timely manner in accordance with the rubrics and the response expectations as outlined in the course syllabus; 
• Post grades to Buckeyelink at the end of the session; 
• Report student performance concerns to the certificate program manager immediately so that students can be referred appropriately. 
• Meet regularly with the division director or designee to assist in communication and continuous improvement for the course you are teaching. 
• Respond promptly to the Division Director’s requests should they request an urgent reply. 
• Attend faculty meetings and retreats as schedule permits. 
• Prepare materials for your annual review with the division director including your resume or CV and your SEIs (Student Evaluation of Instruction). 
• Conduct online sessions with students, if needed, via CarmenZoom. 

How to Apply 

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include: 

Required: 

• Cover letter. Please include a summary of your CV that highlights your key accomplishments, skills, and qualifications that match the job posting. 
• Curriculum Vita (CV) 
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring. Please include the impact and influence of your scholarship and disciplinary context on your teaching. Include the teaching goals you have for yourself and for your students and how your teaching enacts these beliefs and goals. 

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in the College of Medicine 

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University is a nationally recognized leader in the education of health and providers in the areas of athletic training, health information management, medical dietetics, medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and radiologic sciences and therapy. Graduates of these programs are leaders in their fields who use their knowledge of advanced techniques and technology to deliver quality patient care. 

Division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems 

The Health Information Management and Systems program within the division of Health Sciences and Health Information Systems teaches students aspects of business and healthcare, focusing on the use, integrity, availability and privacy of healthcare data. Health information management and systems (HIMS) professionals are the experts who focus on the use, integrity, availability and privacy of health information to facilitate real-time health care delivery and make critical health related decisions for multiple purposes such as finance, law, research, and strategic planning across many types of organizations and disciplines. HIMS is an excellent undergraduate program for students interested in becoming marketable and pursuing a career right after graduation or for those students interested in going directly to graduate or professional school. 

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Anna Godwin, Research Faculty Recruiter, [email protected].

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Additional Information:

Minimum Education Requirements

Degree:

Master’s Degree

Fields/Majors:

Health Information Management, Education, Business Administration, Public Policy and Management or similar

Certification Desired:

RHIA

Experience, Training and other Qualifications Required or Desired:

3 or more years of experience desired; Requires successful completion of a background check; Selected candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Location:

Remote Location

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

18.8

Shift:

First Shift

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