Health Information Management Adjunct Faculty (Part-Time)

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Posting Summary


Working Title
Health Information Management Adjunct Faculty (Part-Time)


Role Title
Adjunct Faculty


Role Code

FLSA
Exempt


Pay Band
UG


Position Number
286A0TBD


Agency
Virginia Western Community College


Division
Virginia Western Community College (Div)


Work Location
Roanoke (City) - 770


Hiring Range
$793 - $1278/credit hour; Faculty rank determined when credentialed


Emergency/Essential Personnel
No


EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time
Part Time


Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No


Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No


Work Schedule


Hours and days vary based on course offerings and enrollment. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on an as needed, course-by-course, semester basis.

Sensitive Position
No


Job Description

Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.

Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses

Virginia Western Community College, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for part-time Health Information Management Adjunct Faculty in the School of Business, Technology, and Trades (BTT). Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Faculty are needed to teach college-level courses supporting the Health Information Management Career Studies Certificates and the Medical Administrative Management Specialization A.A.S. degree. These programs prepare students for careers in medical office management at hospitals and medical practices as well as medical coding and medical billing positions.

Courses may include medical office procedures, health information management, medical coding, electronic billing, and administrative technologies. Classes meet in-person on the main Virginia Western campus as well as hybrid or distance learning/online courses. Faculty are expected to maintain currency in their teaching disciplines and in trends in community college education. In addition, faculty are expected to be active participants in departmental communication.

Applications will be received and considered on a continuous basis. Review of applications will occur when an adjunct faculty need arises and will continue until needed positions are filled.

Special Assignments


May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications


Master's degree in health information management, medical office administration, business administration, or a related field; or a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in medical administration, health informatics, or business-related disciplines. Two years occupational experience in medical office management, health information systems, or administrative support roles in healthcare settings is required.

All Adjunct Faculty positions require excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, experience writing syllabi and exams, as well as the ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Considerations


Experience using technology in the classroom and teaching online. Experience teaching in a community college setting. Familiarity with HIPAA regulations.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No


Supervises Employees
No


Required Travel


N/A

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
ADJ_2780P


Recruitment Type
General Public - G


Number of Vacancies
Multi-hire


Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
10/15/2025


Job Close Date
10/14/2026


Open Until Filled
Yes


Agency Website




Contact Name

Email
View email address on click.appcast.io


Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants


Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover letter, and transcripts of all college work completed.

We must receive copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions. If the transcripts are not attached to the on-line application, please upload a document to indicate that the transcripts will be mailed. The application will not be accepted without this "required" documentation.

Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered.

For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit: Questions about the on-line application process call View phone number on click.appcast.io or 857-7283.

Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY: "711" or View phone number on click.appcast.io. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity.

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer


The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest.

EEO Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement


VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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