Credentialing Coordinator II
About The Position
Independently manages all activities associated within the initial and re-credentialing application process and/or the provider enrollment process, which may include primary source verification of licensure, certification and credentials for the purpose of employment; hospital privileges and health plan membership; facility credentialing; provider/facility enrollment with payers; and delegation agreement management. Acts as a subject matter expert for Primary Source Verification, Provider Enrollment and Facility Credentialing. Collaborates with Medical Staff and Samaritan Health Plan offices to ensure accuracy and completeness of files and reduce duplication of credentialing activities. Serves as a system expert for management of system wide provider database. Acts as a liaison and mentor for Credentialing Coordinator I employees. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Credentialing Department at Samaritan Health Services credentials new and existing healthcare providers for employment, privileging and participation in Samaritan Health Plans. The credentialing process includes verification, documentation, and approval of a practitioner's credentials and meets the requirements of The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid and our accrediting bodies.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of college coursework preferred.
- Four (4) years experience in a position of similar responsibility and complexity, including one (1) year experience in credentialing and MSOW applications required.
- Experience and/or training in theories, concepts, and principles of secretarial science and office management required.
- Experience and/or training in regulatory compliance including The Joint Commission, DNV, NCQA and CMS as it applies to credentialing standards, required.
- Experience and/or training in medical staff structure required.
- Experience and/or training in computer applications including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel required.
Nice To Haves
- CPCS certification preferred.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
