Credentialing Coordinator

OU Medicine • Denver, CO

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About The Position

Ideal candidates will have medical credentialing/privileges experience OU Health is the state's only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma's largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state's only freestanding children's hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma's flagship hospital, which serves as the state's only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker's Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health's oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma's top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health's mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required. Associates degree or higher preferred.
• 2 or more years of administrative work experience required.
• Experience in a medical staff office, healthcare, legal, human resources or finance setting.
• None Required.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and legal requirements related to medical staff organization, alerting appropriate body regarding changes.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Typing/keyboarding skills sufficient to meet the requirements of the position.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) or Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiates verification processes of OU Health staff initial and reappointment applications to include standardized, cost-effective verification that comply with Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and other regulatory agency standards.
• Provides accurate medical staff databases to the facility as well as other facility specific reports upon request.
• Maintains current copy of all medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations.
• Knowledgeable of hospital bylaws and rules and regulations relating to credentialing processes.
• Establishes procedural criteria according to bylaws, rules and regulations; and ensures requirements for staff privileges are maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.
• We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees