Credentialing Specialist

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Credentialing Specialists within Albany Med Health System work within the Albany Med Campus for employed providers and the system affiliates. This position also includes working with the private medical staff that wish to hold privileges here at AMC and CMH. This is a very busy office that helps onboard the best medical staff in the area to the largest Hospital system in area. The office works on license verifications, sanction screenings, education and identity proofing for candidates. The credentialing specialist will be responsible for a caseload of applications for new and reappointment packets in an ongoing basis and will work within a team and independently. Dedication to timelines and adherence to protocols and policies is extremely important.

Requirements

• High School or GED
• Minimum 3-5 years administrative office experience
• Knowledge of Medical Staff & Provider credentialing and its direct impact
• Excellent computer skills
• Detail oriented with above average organizational skills
• Plans and prioritizes to meet deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills; communicates clearly and effectively
• Able to work independently and work as part of team to accomplish
• Previous Medical Office work is required

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred
• 3-5 years related hospital and/or managed care credentialing experience preferred
• Credentialing software system experience preferred
• Credentialing experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of applications for new and reappointment packets on an ongoing basis.
• Perform license verifications.
• Conduct sanction screenings.
• Handle education and identity proofing for candidates.
• Work within a team and independently to accomplish tasks.
• Adhere to protocols and policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED