Work Based Learning Coordinator – Health Information Technology

WORK-BASED LEARNING COORDINATOR – HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (HIT) – Grant Funded

MALCOLM X COLLEGE

City Colleges of Chicago’s vision is to be recognized as the city’s most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity – empowering all Chicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more just city. The community college system’s more than 3,500 faculty and staff serve more than 60,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites. 

The mission of Malcolm X College is to provide accessible liberal arts and health-focused education that fosters personal and professional achievement. To fulfill this mission, we focus on the following core values: accountability, community, diversity, empowerment, learning, and respect. The School of Health Sciences at Malcolm X provides a variety of allied health programs to students interested in completing two-year associate degrees and/or obtaining credentials in the health sciences that will lead to careers in the high-growth healthcare industry. Programs include Nursing, Radiography, Surgical Technology, Respiratory Care, Dental Hygiene, Pharmacy Technology, in addition to other high-demand Health Sciences fields.

The Health Information Technology (HIT) program at Malcolm X College’s Health Sciences Department is designed for students who aspire to become healthcare professionals in the HIT career field, including professional opportunities as Medical Coders and Billers. 

Reporting to the Director – Work Based Education/Learning and in collaboration with the Senior Director of Health Sciences, the Work Based Learning Coordinator – Health Information Technology (HIT) is responsible for planning and administering the work based/clinical learning component of the program’s curriculum, ensuring students are provided with supervised learning experiences to successfully complete curriculum requirements. 

The Work Based Learning Coordinator – Health Information Technology (HIT) primary accountabilities include but are not limited to:

➢ Coordinate the placement of students at various work based/clinical sites

➢ Oversee the progress and performance of students in supervised work based/clinical settings

➢ Evaluate and assess the quality of work based learning provided by affiliated sites

➢ Facilitate student opportunities for work based learning opportunities.

Performs related duties as required. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Coordinates the placement of students in work based/clinical sites including medical facilities and ambulatory care settings to provide students with supervised learning experiences.
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to provide rotations that meet students’ learning objectives and allows them to experience the depth and breadth of practice needed to meet the requirements of entry practices in the HIT field.
• Acts as a liaison between work based/clinical affiliates, HIT faculty, and administrators to ensure a high level of quality in students’ learning experiences.
• Meets with site supervisors and students to assess and evaluate their progress and performance; addresses performance issues and develops strategies to assist students in need of support. Work Based Learning Coordinator – HIT 2
• Maintains records of placement and students’ completion of requirements and compliance with the program’s curriculum requirements.
• Ensures students complete orientation requirements and attend agency-specific orientation prior to starting work based/clinical rotations.
• Maintains student health records; reviews required health and safety documents, including vaccination and drug screening records to ensure they are current and comply with program and work based/clinical site requirements.
• Conducts site visits to assess quality and appropriateness of work-based learning experiences and adherence to requirements of contract agreements.
• Collects data and prepares reports on clinical site visits and students’ learning experiences for inclusion in accreditation, grants, and related reports.
• Participates in evaluating potential new work based/clinical sites and obtaining agreements to expand learning opportunities including internships and apprenticeships.
• Strictly adheres to HIPPA and FERPA regulations.
• Performs administrative duties as assigned in support of the HIT Program.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a health related field (Health Information Management, Healthcare Management) or a related field OR
• Associate degree from an accredited college with two years of work experience in health information management in a health care environment or program
• Current licensure in the State of Illinois as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS/CCS-P), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC-H), Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• or a Registered Health Information Assistant (RHIA).
• Clinical practice that includes experience as a site coordinator of clinical education HIT/HIA or CCS preferred
• Clinical Instructor (CI) in HIT/HIA preferred
• Knowledge of program accreditation standards and regulatory compliance
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment
• Ability to maintain confidential information relating to the program and student records
• Must be self-directed and able to prioritize work
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, MS Teams)

WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website. 

Malcolm X College was selected as a 2024 Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! The award is given by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a membership organization committed to promoting and celebrating excellence in teaching and leadership at community and technical colleges, and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a leading academic publication. 

MXC was recognized for its best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities. 

GRANT END DATE – 6/30/2025

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

This position is represented by the Local 1600 union.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges! 

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