Vincennes University Medical Terminology Adjunct Instructor

Description

JOB TITLE: Adjunct Instructor – Med Term (Medical
Terminology)

Reports to: Assistant Dean of Instruction

Department: Instructional Services

Division/Area: Early College

Early College at Ben Davis University High School is seeking
candidates for a Med Term (Medical Terminology) adjunct faculty
position.

The successful candidate will teach Medical Terminology Dual-Credit
courses to students in the Vincennes University Early College
program located at Ben Davis University High School. This
instructor is responsible for assigned sections of Med-Term or
other assigned courses offered through Vincennes University but
located at an early college site on the west side of Indianapolis.
Scheduled courses will run on T/ TR during the spring semester
beginning January 2027. Additional information will be given during
the interview process.

Experience in teaching in the K-12 or post-secondary setting is
preferred but not required.

Ben Davis University High School is an endorsed Early College in
the MSD of Wayne Township Schools located on the west side of
Indianapolis. BDU has a supportive small school environment with
430 students who must apply, interview, and are accepted and start
the program in grade 9.

Additional information regarding credentialing is listed below.
Please note that this is a FACE-TO-FACE position and NOT a virtual
position; therefore, only local candidates will be contacted and
considered.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide effective instruction and assessment of course

objectives to Early College students in

assigned sections Med-Term and any other assigned courses
offered.

• Prepare course materials for instruction and assessment as

guided by campus syllabi, faculty

liaison, and Early College admin.

• Be available from January to June (1st week) for an instruction

schedule agreed upon.

• Attend BDU Early College adjunct meetings at the start, middle,

and end of the year.

• Participate in required yearly professional development.
• Utilize various learning management platforms for attendance,

grades, and other procedures.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications: Tested Experience Credentialing
Requirements

• Associate's Degree and/or certification in a Healthcare-related

field + 7 years of related industry experience.

or

• Bachelor's Degree + 5 years related industry experience.
• All instructors must meet CAHIIM requirements and must have

taken a college level med-term class that can be verified on the
applicant's transcript.

Preferred qualifications: Traditional Credentialing
Requirements

• Master’s degree in any healthcare-related field
• Experience teaching Med-Term
• A minimum of four years of documented related industry

experience and AHIMA credential of at least RHIT.

• All instructors must meet CAHIIM requirements and must have

taken a med-term class that can be verified on the applicant's
transcript.

Benefits:

• This position is not benefit-eligible.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should complete the application through the
human resources website at
https://www.vinu.edu/human-resources/employment.html.

Requirements

Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University
application, cover letter, resume/cv, and full contact information
for three professional references.

Summary

Vincennes University (VU) is a premier learning institution widely
recognized for its leadership in innovation and the delivery of
successful educational experiences. VU develops people and enhances
communities through accessible, high-quality academic programs,
strategic partnerships, and active engagement.

Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity /
affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran
status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex,
including sexual harassment, in its educational programs and
activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific
to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator
or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.