Health Information Technology Associate Professor at DeVry University in Lisle, Illinois

Job Description:

DeVry University strives to close our society’s opportunity gap and address emerging talent needs by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Through innovative programs, relevant partnerships, and exceptional care, we empower students to meaningfully improve their lives, communities, and workplaces.

Our colleague experience is an area of obsessive focus. At DeVry University, we care about you. Because, only through you can we deliver our unique Care Formula to our learners and partners.

Opportunity

Our mission as DeVry University faculty members is to facilitate engaging learning environments that foster intellectual curiosity, academic integrity, and critical thinking skills, preparing our students to become lifelong learners and leaders in their chosen career fields and communities. 

• DeVry University faculty are dedicated to their students and exhibit exceptional student CARE. 


• DeVry University faculty are proficient in all learning modalities and fully embrace DeVry University's Academic Philosophy and Instructional Model. 


• Our faculty are role models for our University TEACH values and foster a culture of CARE consistent with our university mission, vision, and purpose. 

 

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development and University Service
  
  
  • Lead the development and enhancement of course content and curriculum ensuring alignment with industry standards and academic excellence.
  
  
  • Design and implement new courses in course development and continually update existing courses based on evolving field trends and student feedback (4-5 courses per fiscal year).
  
  
  • Support in the assessment and evaluation of course effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
  
  
  • Address and resolve curriculum-related issues submitted as tickets through Canvas.
  
  
  • Collaborate with full-time and visiting professors in the Teaching & Learning department for courses within the healthcare information technology domain.
  
  
  
  


• Teaching and Academic Support
  
  
  
  • Demonstrate excellence in the delivery of courses within Canvas (15 - 30 credit hours per fiscal year)
  
  
  
  

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  • Advising and mentoring students to support their academic and professional growth. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Contribute to university service through active participation in curriculum committees and other college initiatives
  
  
  • Support and advise visiting professors on curriculum-related matters.
  
  
  
  

• Professional Development
  
  
  • Engage in professional development activities, including staying current in the field and participating in relevant scholarly activities. 
  
  
  • Contribute to college and curriculum-related activities and initiatives focused on faculty professional development. 
  
  
  
  

 

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to effectively manage both curriculum development and teaching responsibilities. Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Master’s Degree in the field being taught or Doctorate Degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in field being taught. 


• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) required.

• Three to five years of experience in healthcare information systems, network topologies, telecommunications, and information technologies for health data storage and communication.


• Strong background in Healthcare IT infrastructure, including EHR implementation, IT security, and system integrations.


• Practical experience in health IT project management or systems development.


• Regulatory compliance and data management, with a technology focus (e.g., HIPAA security, HIT implementation challenges).


• At least two years of demonstrated ability to teach and utilize health IT systems, software, and databases.


• Demonstrated ability to integrate emerging HIT tools into curriculum and instruction.


• Participation in university committees and professional organizations.


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse teams in professional settings.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Doctorate degree


• Five years previous teaching experience in HIT-related topics

• Certifications such as:
  
  
  • Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP)
  
  
  • Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA)
  
  
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    Certified Professional in Health Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS)orCertified Healthcare Technology Specialist (CHTS)
    
  
  
  
  

Competencies: 

• Dealing with Ambiguity 


• Managing Diversity 


• Integrity and Trust 

* This job will be posted for thirty days from the start of posting or until position is filled.

DeVry University offers benefit options for full-time colleagues, including:

• 401(k) and Roth Plan w/match


• Paid Tuition Program


• Remote and Flex Work Options


• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage


• Paid Parental Leave


• Fertility Coverage


• Family and Domestic Partner Coverage


• Adoption Assistance 


• Wellness Programs


• Volunteer Time Off


• Technology Stipend


• Career Development Programs


• Mental Health Care Programs


• Tax Savings Account (FSA and HSA)


• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Coverage


• Life, Accident, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance


• Auto/Homeowners, Pet and Legal Insurance


• Exclusive Discount Programs


• Family Care Services


• 2nd.MD, a virtual expert medical consultation service


• Health Advocacy Service

DeVry University offers benefit options for Visiting Professors, including:

• 401(k) and Roth Plan


• Paid Tuition Program


• Remote and Flex Work Options


• Paid Sick Time


• Technology Stipend

Benefits vary based on employment status. Part-time/Visiting Professors positions may not be eligible for all benefits.

 

We believe diversity is essential to our educational mission and to the success of our community. We are committed to fostering a working environment where differences are respected, valued and embraced.

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in field being taught or Masters Degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in field being taught.


• Three to five years of business, or industry experience appropriate to the course subject matter.


• Two to five years previous teaching experience preferred.


• All Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent.


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  Qualifying credentials must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Administration, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree in field being taught or Doctorate Degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in field being taught.

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