Job Details

Salary: $72.85 – $105.85 per hour
Posted: October 22, 2025
Category: Medical Assistants; Health Information Technology
Location: Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) – National City Higher Education Center

About Southwestern College

Southwestern Community College District is dedicated to providing equitable education that empowers students and transforms communities. The college values inclusivity, collaboration, integrity, and respect—creating a welcoming environment where every student and employee belongs.

SWCCD seeks professionals who demonstrate equity-mindedness and sensitivity toward diverse populations, including individuals of varied cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds.

Position Overview

SWCCD invites applications for a part-time adjunct instructor to teach Medical Billing and Coding courses. Positions are added to a hiring pool and reviewed as needed.

Courses may include:

• MEDOP 21 – Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Coding:
  Focuses on guidelines for the CPT coding system and the application of rules to patient services, including conventions, regulatory guidance, and coding software.

• MEDOP 22 – International Classification of Diseases (ICD-CM) Coding:
  Covers guidelines and rules for ICD-CM coding, emphasizing diagnostic accuracy, proper code assignment, and compliance with regulations.

Class Format: Face-to-face, weekday classes held at the National City Higher Education Center campus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Option 1: Bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience.

• Option 2: Associate degree and six years of professional experience.

  Professional experience must directly relate to the teaching assignment.

Applicants with degrees from foreign institutions must provide a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Health Information Technology, Medical Billing and Coding, or Medical Assisting.

• Minimum two years of experience in CPT and ICD-CM coding.

• Teaching experience preferred but not required.

Application Process

Applicants must submit:

• Completed online application.

• Current resume.

• Unofficial transcripts verifying awarded degree(s).

• Copies of relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. A confirmation email will be sent once your application is successfully submitted.

Contact:
For additional information, please contact:
Martha Martinez-Tribolet
Medical Office Professions Program Technician
mtribolet@swccd.edu

Additional Information

• Employment Requirements:

  • Fingerprinting (LiveScan) within 10 days of employment.

  • Proof of tuberculosis clearance (within 4 years).

  • Verification of U.S. work eligibility.

• Assignment: May include any SWCCD campus (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, or San Ysidro).

• Interview travel costs: Covered by the applicant.

• ADA Accommodations: Contact Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SWCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The District prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Safety and Compliance

• Annual Security Report: Available on the SWCCD Police Department website or by request at (619) 482-6390.

• Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP): Details available online through the College’s DAAPP resources.

SWCCD encourages applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.