Health Information Technology​/Management Professor - Part-Time

Who We Are

Part-Time Faculty positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma Community College (TCC) is a public associate- and bachelor’s-granting institution that serves a student-body of approximately 12,000 students. Our students are 27% students of color, 60% female, and have a median age of 26. We embrace our identity as a community college. Our faculty are engaged in innovative work to improve student retention and program completion, and community success.

We aim to increase partnerships and community ties with local indigenous populations and support diversity, equity, and inclusion in our curricula and practices.

We are seeking creative, collaborative faculty who are reflective of the diverse community we serve. To grow our workforce, we are focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African-American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community.

The Health Information faculty member designs, prepares, and delivers courses within the Health Information certificate, associate, and bachelor programs, ensuring alignment with institutional and accreditation standards. This role prepares graduates with the knowledge and practical skills required to succeed in today’s healthcare industry. Teaching assignments may include online and in-person formats. The faculty member collaborates with the program chair, faculty, and staff to support student success and program quality.

This position reports to the Dean of Health, Business, and Professional Services.

• Prepare and deliver engaging instruction in assigned courses across Health Information disciplines, including Revenue cycle, Medical Coding, and Medical Billing.
• Design, implement, and evaluate curricula to reflect the rigor and standards appropriate for each degree level.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, development, evaluation and assessment, including the evaluation of student learning outcomes.
• Employ innovative and inclusive teaching methods designed to engage and retain a diverse student population, particularly historically under-represented groups such as Black and brown students.
• Integrate educational technologies that enhance student learning into course design and delivery.
• Support and actively participate in college and program accreditation processes.
• Evaluate student learning through a variety of methods.
• Provide timely feedback to students.
• Foster a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages student success.
• Engage in department, division and college initiatives and activities.
• Participate in professional development to strengthen teaching skills, maintain industry credentials, and ensure course content remains current and relevant.
• Adhere to college policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Active AHIMA credential, such as Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
• Five years of current work experience in the field of Health Information Management.
• Intermediate level computer and technology skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, teach, and mentor students in the profession of Health Information.

• The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by HR staff.
• Tacoma Community College does not sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with applicable laws, proof of…