Healthcare Policies, Department of Marketing, Management, and Health Care Administration - Adjunct Faculty

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Adjunct Faculty Healthcare Policies Department of Marketing, Management, and Health Care Administration UMGC Stateside Location: Stateside Remote University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach in the Health Care Administration program remotely. Specifically, we are seeking faculty for the following course(s): Healthcare Policies (HMGT 310): An overview and analysis of public policies that govern the organization, delivery, and financing of health services in the United States. The aim is to evaluate national, state, and local policies to determine their impact on the delivery of healthcare services. Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care (HMGT 372): An examination of legal and ethical issues encountered in health care management and the ramifications of those issues on the delivery of health services and patient care. The aim is to apply ethical principles and practice within legal and ethical standards of health care. Legal Aspects of Healthcare Administration (HCAD 650): A comprehensive overview of the intersection of law, ethics, health information technology, and bioethics in various contexts. The principles of healthcare law are examined in the areas of privacy, information security, contracts, torts, the liability of healthcare providers, the rights of patients, employment law and labor relations, and administrative law for healthcare organizations, among others. The managerial function of compliance is explored as it applies to the law and ethics, and specific tools and strategies are defined and discussed. Required Education and Experience: Terminal degree in Healthcare Management, Public Health, Health Admin, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning 5 years directly relevant, current and active industry experience in Healthcare. 3 years of experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education. This position is specifically to teach remotely. Preferred Education and Experience: Hold one or more certification such as CPHIMS, CHDA, CHFP, CPA, CPHQ, LSSGB/LSSBB, PMP, FACHE, RHIA/RHIT/CHDA/CHPS/CPHIMS, FACHE/CHFP/CPA, PMP, CISSP Materials needed for submission: Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover letter highly preferred If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor. Who We Are and Who We Serve UMGC-one of 12 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)-is a mission- driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First," and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning. The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually. We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to this service. The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education. Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to: Actively engage students though frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning. Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations. Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments. Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program. Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements. The Healthcare Administration program at UMGC Please visit Online Healthcare Administration Master's Degree | UMGC to learn more about this program, including its description, outcomes, and coursework. Faculty Training at UMGC We are committed to your professional success at UMGC. Each new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online two-week new faculty orientation, FacDev 411, as a condition of hire. Posi