Program Director – Health Information Technology & Management – Owosso, MI

Discover the opportunity to join Baker College, honored as one of the 2024 Best and Brightest Workplaces in West Michigan, Metro Detroit, and Nationally!

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education and empowering the next generation of leaders? We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Program Director to lead our Health Information Technology and Management (HIT) Program at Baker College.

As Program Director, your core responsibility is to lead and shape an academic program, driving its quality, relevance, and alignment with Baker College’s mission and goals. You will champion a student first academic environment, ensuring that every decision reflects the College’s values. Your role involves cultivating a culture of compliance, collaboration, and integrity among both faculty and students. Partnering closely with the academic dean and faculty, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing program quality, curriculum assessment, and instructional excellence.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Health Information, or Health Informatics along with a current RHIT or RHIA certification. A minimum of three years of relevant field experience is required, with at least two years of program leadership or management experience preferred. Candidates must also have at least two years of college-level teaching experience, including online instruction. A background in accreditation is preferred. The role demands exceptional organizational, administrative, and communication skills, both verbal and written. Responsibilities include maintaining a full teaching load per college policy, scheduling and staffing program courses, curriculum development, advising students, leading program meetings and advisory boards, supporting CAHIIM accreditation, participating in student orientations, and preparing the annual budget.

Join us in our mission to empower students to achieve their highest potential and become leaders in their fields. If you’re ready to make a difference and lead with passion and purpose, apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Baker College!

At Baker College, we’re on a mission to transform education with a Student-First philosophy. Our President’s vision is dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff flourish. Join us in cultivating a culture of belonging and engagement, where every individual is valued and appreciated.

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, and acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.

The full position description is available for your review online – Program Director

ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution-it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go

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The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Health Information, or Health Informatics along with a current RHIT or RHIA certification. A minimum of three years of relevant field experience is required, with at least two years of program leadership or management experience preferred. Candidates must also have at least two years of college-level teaching experience, including online instruction. A background in accreditation is preferred. The role demands exceptional organizational, administrative, and communication skills, both verbal and written. Responsibilities include maintaining a full teaching load per college policy, scheduling and staffing program courses, curriculum development, advising students, leading program meetings and advisory boards, supporting CAHIIM accreditation, participating in student orientations, and preparing the annual budget.