Compensation Range:
$19.52 - $26.25Position Summary:
Duties and Responsibilities
Supports the Program Manager/Department Chair in identifying and tracking students ready for admission into the Medical Coding Limited Access Program including reviewing prerequisites, GPA, and application materials.
Provides direct academic guidance to pre- and admitted Medical Coding students regarding course sequencing, certification requirements, and program pathways.
Assists in the coordination of student internships by developing and maintaining partnerships with healthcare facilities, ensuring site compliance, and monitoring student placement and performance.
Serves as liaison between HC and the AAPC Educational Partnership, coordinating student registration, certification exam scheduling, and reporting requirements.
Organizes workshops, orientations, and AAPC chapter events to enhance student engagement and professional readiness.
Assists students in preparing for national certification exams (CPC, CPB, etc.) through review sessions, practice tests, and exam registration support.
Tracks and reports student progress, attendance, and certification outcomes; supports data collection for program assessment and institutional review.
Assists in departmental planning, advisory board coordination, and continuous improvement activities.
Maintains confidentiality and ensures compliance with FERPA, institutional, and programmatic policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related discipline.
Current AAPC certification (CPC, CPB, or equivalent).
At least two (2) years of professional experience in medical coding, billing, or health information management.
Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Canvas LMS, and data tracking systems.
Substitution for Bachelor's Degree: Associate degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, Medical Coding, or a related field and additional two (2) years professional experience in the field.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in academic advising, student support, or internship coordination in a college or technical education setting.
Familiarity with AAPC Educational Partnership guidelines and certification preparation resources.
Core Competencies
Commitment to student achievement and professional growth.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Effective collaboration with faculty, staff, and community partners.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping.
Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Hillsborough Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our applicants and employees is critical to our success as a community partner.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, and military/veteran status.
Preference will also be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law. At time of application, submittal of Form DD214 is the minimum requirement for veterans' preference claim. Note: Please upload your DD214 as an attachment as part of your application at the time of submission.
The selected candidate identified for this position will be required to successfully complete a Level II criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting.
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