Program Director - Health Information Technology

The Program Director is responsible for the organization, administration, continuous program review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of the program; budget development/management, maintaining programmatic accreditation/external partnerships; and providing operational supervision to full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty  in the department.  Instructional responsibilities require a strong HIT skill set and the ability to teach students effectively in an instructional environment. The Program Director is a member of the full-time faculty and maintains a teaching load with administrative release time to carry out curriculum development and evaluation, counseling of students, program management and administrative duties

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish mutual program goals in conjunction with program faculty consistent with the goals of the Division of Allied Health Sciences and Nursing and the University.
• Prepare and submit an annual self-study report inclusive of collecting and analyzing data for CAHIM reaccreditation within the required time line and prepare and facilitate a successful site visit.
• Administer a systematic curriculum for students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level competency in HIT that is compliant with the AHIMA Curriculum
• Competencies at the required Bloom’s Taxonomy Level.
• Implement and monitor a program evaluation plan in accordance with CAHIIM accreditation standards for ongoing program self-evaluation.
• Implement and monitor a program institutional effectiveness plan that includes outcomes assessment for ongoing program self-evaluation.
• Coordinate with faculty to develop instructional material to include syllabi course plans,objectives, laboratory activities, and evaluation tools.                                                      
• Coordinate with faculty in the selection of laboratory and teaching materials.
• Assess course effectiveness through student evaluation of courses.
• Assess instructional effectiveness through student evaluation of instruction.
• Provide administrative assistance in budget preparation, selection of instructors, development of course offerings and other tasks, related to program operation.
• Develop eligibility criteria for admission of students to the program.
• Advise students on academic and professional aspects of the program.
• Develop and implement student recruitment, admission, and retention activities.
• Develop and coordinate program promotional materials.
• Instruct courses in accordance with University workload guidelines.
• Serve as liaison to the program Advisory Committee.
• Participate in professional and informal learning activities (e.g. district, state, and/or national level) to enhance personal and professional development.
• Mentor new program faculty.
• Maintain student program records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of the division.

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management from a CAHIIM-accredited program from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
• Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
• Current active membership with AHIMA.
• Greater than five (5) years of relevant management experience in a Health Information Management Department in an acute care hospital.
• Greater than three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience as an educator in an HIT / HIM CAHIIM-accredited program from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
• Certification to develop and/or facilitate online/hybrid courses utilizing the University Learning Management System.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Positive and energetic interpersonal skills that contribute to team outcomes are a must.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency utilizing various HIM software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, 3M Encoder, AHIMA’s Virtual Lab, and the electronic health record.)
• Proficient with online instruction using the Moodle Learning Management System.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Proven organization and prioritization skills that facilitate multi-tasking, accuracy and punctuality with assigned tasks.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

 

TYPE: Full-time

SALARY: $61,000 to $63,500

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins January 26, 2026 and continues until position is filled.

• The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment
• Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.

 

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