Medical Coder Government Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Health Careers- Workforce Development Non-Credit Instructor- Adjunct (Medical Coder/Auditor)
Role Title
Role Code
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
UG
Position Number
295A0003
Agency
Tidewater Community College
Division
Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location
Suffolk - 800
Hiring Range
$30-$100 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Varies
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads - both students and employers - for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC's institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The adjunct faculty member is responsible for teaching courses to which he/she has specific training or competence. Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to students to promote and direct student learning in either a classroom, remote via Zoom, or online environment to students with a wide variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Engages students outside of class via office hours and provides thorough, timely, and effective feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes.
Tidewater Community College's Workforce Solutions Department seeks an experienced Medical Coder/Auditor to lead a hands-on Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) exam-preparation course. This position is an adjunct instructor position in the college's non-credit program under Workforce Solutions. This program includes both continuing education for professional development and industry recognized credential attainment, which may be offered Asynchronously, at TCC campuses and other convenient locations throughout the community. The CPMA instructor will prepare students to audit medical records and ensure coding accuracy and compliance. Emphasis is placed on healthcare regulations, documentation review, and revenue integrity. The candidate will deliver engaging CPMA-focused instruction using real-world coding scenarios, chart reviews, and denial analysis.
The instructor must be responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in both a classroom or an on-line environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Instructors must be skilled in oral and written communication and must be able to work cooperatively with other staff members. Classes may meet on days, nights, or weekends
Functional Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for creating a learning environment that facilitates students' acquisition of knowledge and skills in a discipline and/or program.
2. Aligns course activities with student learning outcomes for the course; employ a variety of active learning strategies to foster student engagement; employ appropriate technology and supporting materials that support course and/or program learning outcomes; and provide students with prompt and meaningful feedback on course activities and assignments, communicating with students in a timely and respectful manner.
3. Deliver instruction in support of stated learning outcomes; adhere to college policies and procedures for participation in student surveys of instruction; conduct meaningful and timely assessments of student learning, including at least one assessment within the first 15% of class; and analyze the previous semester's evaluation of instruction and develop and implement appropriate action plans as necessary.
4. Responsibilities may include work during the day, evening and/or weekend as determined by the course(s) assigned.
5. Hold at least 1 office hour per week for each course assigned.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications

1. Demonstrated competency in a relevant health care or professional services field.
2. Sufficient technological skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources.
3. Hold an American Academy Professional Coders (AAPC) CPC Certification.
4. Ability to design and implement lesson plans that align learning objectives with student outcomes.
5. Ability to develop and adapt teaching and learning strategies to accommodate the diversity of community college students to promote acquisition and application of knowledge.
6. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT/HCPCS, documentation guidelines, and payer requirements
7. Familiarity with CPMA exam content and formats
8. Excellent communication (orally and written) and organizational skills.
9. Proficiency with LMS and basic coding software
10. Ability to communicate effectively in an electronic format

Additional Considerations

1. Minimum 5 years of hands-on medical coding; auditing/medical record review.
2. Teaching experience at the college level.
3. Knowledge of CANVAS or other learning management systems.
4. Knowledge of, and experience with, proven teaching strategies that promote student success.
5. Experience developing CPMA exam prep courses.
6. Advanced degree or related certifications
7. Candidate should possess sufficient technology skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_3290P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/30/2026
Job Close Date
07/30/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
TCC.edu
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/95698