Credentialing Specialist- Healthcare

Credentialing Specialist (Non-Clinical)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: 11/11/2024
End Date: 02/08/2025
Pay Rate: $30 - $35/hour
Shift: M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:40 PM
Onsite: Fully Onsite
Are you an experienced Credentialing Specialist looking for a contract opportunity? This role offers a chance to join a leading healthcare organization for a 13-week contract, providing support in credentialing and privileging processes.
Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the credentialing activities for medical staff and advanced practice staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies (e.g., Joint Commission, NCQA).
• Provide administrative support for medical staff committees and meetings, including minute-taking and correspondence.
• Manage requests for temporary, additional, and one-time privileges, as well as follow-up on necessary documentation.
• Verify professional credentials such as medical licensure, board certifications, liability coverage, DEA certifications, and more.
• Assist in preparation for Joint Commission accreditation and compliance with applicable statutes and laws.
• Maintain and update credentialing databases, ensuring accuracy and timely management of all expirables (licenses, certifications, etc.).
• Support the medical staff services department by facilitating communication between committees, medical staff leadership, and the Chief Medical Officer.
• Assist in managing the FPPE (Focused Professional Practice Evaluation) and OPPE (Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation) processes during reappointment cycles.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in hospital/health system credentialing, specifically for physicians and/or advanced practice staff.
• Strong knowledge of credentialing verification, privileging, and Joint Commission accreditation rules.
• Proficiency in Excel and database management, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound judgment in credentialing matters.
• Experience with Cactus or Symplr credentialing systems is preferred.
• CPCS or CPMSM certification preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be open to a 13-week contract.
• Must be willing to work fully onsite (remote work is not available).
• Must obtain a flu shot prior to the start date.

Don't miss this opportunity to support a high-performing healthcare team while expanding your experience in medical staff services!