First-Year Experience and Billing/Reimbursement, Assistant Professor

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 dynamic 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.
• As you explore this opportunity, we invite you to view this brief video highlighting how our faculty engage in meaningful student support.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Teaching and Academic Support
• Excellent delivery of courses (30 - 36 credit hours per fiscal year) across any/all modalities.
• Advising and mentoring of students.
• University Service
• Contribute to the University development via the following activities:
• Engage in course development (4-5 courses per fiscal year) and assessment support.
• Advising and mentoring of Visiting Professors.
• Engagement and support for group programs and initiatives.

• Professional Development
• Contribute one's professional development via the following activities:
• Engage in scholarly activity, including keeping up to date in one’s field of study.
  

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

• Master’s degree in field being taught or master’s degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in field being taught.
• Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts (graduate level and above) with your application.
• Three to five years of healthcare industry experience appropriate to the course subject matter.
• Three to five years revenue cycle management and medical billing industry experience.
• Two years previous teaching experience in the online environment.
• 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

• All Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent.
• Five years previous online teaching experience preferred.
• Three to five years of healthcare industry experience related to:
• Electronic health records
• Data management
• Clinical documentation improvement
• Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP) credential from AHIMA
• Credentialing in any of the following Billing/Reimbursement/Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) certifications:
• AAPC - Revenue Cycle Management Specialist (RCMS)
• AAPC - Certified Professional Biller (CPB)
• AIHC - Certified Outpatient Revenue Cycle Manager (CORCM)
• AHIMA-Approved Revenue Cycle Trainer with AHIMA
  

Competencies

• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Managing Diversity
• Integrity and Trust
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Understanding Others
• Conflict Management
• Approachability
• Creativity
• Motivating Others
• Composure
• Efficient Time Management
• Effective Communication
• 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 that a vibrant and collaborative workplace is essential to our educational mission and the success of our community. We are committed to a workplace environment where all colleagues feel valued, respected, and supported.

Apply Now