Credentialing Specialist

Clinica Romero•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$26 - $29

About The Position

The Credentialing Assistant supports the credentialing department by collecting, verifying, and maintaining provider information to ensure compliance with organizational, state, and regulatory standards. This role helps facilitate timely onboarding and re-credentialing of healthcare providers and contributes to maintaining accurate and up-to-date credentialing records

Requirements

High school diploma required
Previous experience in healthcare credentialing, or medical office support is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks with deadlines.
Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and credentialing or database software.
Ability to interpret and apply credentialing policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Data entry accuracy and document management
Problem-solving and follow-through
Professional communication (written and verbal)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist in the processing of initial credentialing, re-credentialing, and privileging applications for healthcare providers.
Collect, review, and verify provider documentation (licenses, certifications, education, training, work history, background checks, malpractice insurance, etc.).
Enter and maintain accurate provider data in credentialing databases and tracking systems.
Communicate with providers, internal staff, regulatory agencies, and external organizations to obtain required information and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor expiring credentials and send timely reminders to providers.
Prepare and organize files for credentialing committee meetings and compliance audits.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive provider information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Support the Credentialing Specialist or Credentialing Manager with administrative tasks as needed.
Willing to travel to other clinics
Other tasks as needed