Teacher 10-Health Informatics

Job Title: Health Informatics Teacher

Location: Brooke Point High School

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale

Work Calendar: 10month

FLSA Status: Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Principal the Health Informatics Teacher is responsible for instructing students in the principles of health informatics integrating medical knowledge with information technology to prepare students for careers in the rapidly growing healthcare and IT sectors.

MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) CTE competencies for Health Informatics.
• Teach students the fundamentals of electronic health records (EHR) health data management medical coding privacy regulations (HIPAA) and healthcare technology applications.
• Incorporate realworld applications industryrelevant software and handson learning experiences into instruction.
• Prepare students for industryrecognized certifications such as the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) or other relevant credentials.
• Collaborate with local healthcare and technology professionals to provide workbased learning opportunities including internships and job shadowing experiences.
• Assess and monitor student performance through projects exams and practical applications.
• Stay current with industry trends and integrate the latest technology and best practices into the curriculum.
• Maintain a safe supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and professional growth.
• Participate in school and divisionwide professional development opportunities staff meetings and CTE advisory board discussions.
• Communicate effectively with students parents and school administration regarding student progress and career pathway opportunities.

Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford Schools/Department

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain a clean neat appearance appropriate to position.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students colleagues and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with colleagues supervisors and coworkers.
• Comply with all District and School policies and regulations including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Health Informatics Health Information Management Nursing Computer Science or a related field.
• Industry experience in health informatics medical coding healthcare IT or a related area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Virginia teaching license in Health and Medical Sciences or Career and Technical Education (CTE) or eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience in secondary education workforce training or instructional design.
• Industryrecognized certifications such as Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS).
• Familiarity with workbased learning strategies and partnerships with local healthcare providers.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and technologyenhanced instruction.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge
• Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR) health data analytics and medical information systems.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations patient confidentiality and ethical considerations in healthcare.
• Skills
• Effective communication organizational and classroom management skills.
• Technological skills related to the field of health care.
• Abilities
• Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
• Organize and perform work independently
• Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
• Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work environment is inside a classroom but could include outside activities with moderate noise temperatures that are controlled but can be subject to outside temperatures and no exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements. The work is light work requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force to move or lift objects.

The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: standing for prolonged periods; sitting for prolonged periods; moving the hands wrists or fingers repetitively; moving with force on the back or lower body repetitively; feeling grasping or holding objects by hand; identifying colors visually; identifying objects in low light or distant conditions; communicating via spoken language; communicating via written language; perceiving sounds; making decisions using logic and rational thinking.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made as required by law to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.