Health Information Technology Program Director (VLD)

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Health Information Technology Program Director (FT, VLD) CAMPUS: Valdosta Campus STATUS: Full-time POSTING TYPE: Regular Posting

The Health Information Technology Program Director is responsible for coordinating and leading all academic aspects of the program to include maintaining programmatic CAHIIM accreditation, budgeting, planning, program advisory meetings, course scheduling, maintaining curriculum, & course development. The Health Information Technology Program Director also serves as a program instructor. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks to recruit, hire, and retain faculty and staff who display a willingness to support students of underrepresented gender and minority groups, as well as students with disabilities. All employees of the college are required to participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students enrolled or who seek to become enrolled in programs at the college, with a special emphasis on nontraditional program participants. Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform the duties of this position successfully, the incumbent must have the appropriate work experience, hold the appropriate certification and credentials, and be able to perform each key position duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodations. SUMMARY OF WORKING CONDITIONS

• Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, Various types of advanced in-field equipment as required

by academic program and accreditation standards.

• Working Conditions: Category III - No foreseen exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens.

Probability of working beyond the normal shift, but not frequently. Travel is rarely required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Baccalaureate degree in a related field and a minimum of three (3) years in-field employment experience. Be certified as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS In addition to meeting all other minimum qualifications, the highly desired candidate will possess one or more of the following: Postsecondary teaching experience. SALARY/BENEFITS Salary is commensurate with education and experience. This position is full-time and includes standard State of GA benefits such as leave accrual, options for health & other supplemental benefits, and retirement. This position may qualify the successful candidate for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. This position is funded in whole or in part by State/Local/Tuition funds.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check and employment history reference checks will be performed for all candidates offered employment. Other checks such as Motor Vehicle Records may be conducted for any candidate receiving an offer, as well as internal candidates prior to being promoted or transferred into a position with the college. Other Required Tests: No additional tests are required for this position. Should a candidate be chosen for a 2nd interview, references which support prior work history and employment experience will be contacted. Please note that some employers charge a processing fee to complete employment verifications. If a former employer requires payment to complete employment verification forms, this fee must be paid by the candidate. For positions requiring official transcripts, the candidate will be responsible for ordering and payment for these transcripts. Wiregrass is responsible for payments for criminal history searches, MVR searches, credit checks, and other items listed in the required tests portion above. APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION Application Deadline: Monday, May 5, 2025 or Until Filled All application packets MUST be completed via the Online Job Center at As a part of the application process, interested candidates may also be required to upload other documents such as a resume, transcripts, etc (see job center listing for more details). This posting will be removed from the Online Job Center on the date posted above. For more information regarding this position or application instructions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (229) 333-5356 or [email protected].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

As set forth in its student catalog, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Any violation or questions may be directed to: Shalonda Sanders, Title IX Coordinator (all campuses), Vice President for Human Resources and Operations, Valdosta Campus, Brooks Hall, Room Rm. 548, (229) 333-5356 or [email protected]; OR Katrina Royal, Student ADA Section 504 Coordinator (all campuses), Director of Special Populations and Tutoring Services, Valdosta Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100, (229) 333-2100 ext. 1236 or [email protected] *student ADA student disability claims only. Telephone numbers are accessible to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through the Georgia Relay by dialing 711 or 1-800-255-0056 from a TTY/TDD.

4/23/2025 17:48:18 Health Information Technology Program Director (2512) TCSG Job Code : 11413 EEO Req ID : Faculty IPEDS : Postsecondary Teachers