Credentialing Specialist (Medical Staff Services)

Department

Med Staff

Schedule

Full Time

Description

Provides clerical support services under the direct supervision of the Director, Medical Staff Services or Chief Executive Officer or her delegate on medical staff affairs.Processes applications for medical staff and allied health in the initial and reappointment of privileges, preparing reports and correspondence, scheduling meetings and maintaining files and conducting special projects as assigned. Determines applicant’s eligibility for clinical privileges.Responsible for the Emergency Room unassigned call schedule. Coordinates verification of licensure for non-staff caregivers, to include medical students and podiatric residents. Verifies expirables, ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Maintains credentialing database to ensure accurate and current information is available hospital wide.

Educational Requirements:

• Associates Degree in healthcare and/or business related field, or comparable experience. Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) certification is encouraged

Experience Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to communicate with physicians and Hospital staff in a professional and courteous manner
• Office coordination experience, preferably in the medical field. Experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) internet browsing, and database management of office programs.
• Meeting the public, ability to meet and direct people
• Knowledge of correct grammar and punctuation; ability to compose documents, minutes, correspondence, etc., are vital.