Medical Staff Coordinator

Texas Health Resources•Fort Worth, TX

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Medical Staff Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting the medical staff operations at Texas Health. This position involves coordinating and processing applications, managing credentialing processes, preparing for committee meetings, and serving as a resource for hospital staff and physicians. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to maintain accurate records. The department is known for its teamwork-oriented approach, friendly environment, and a culture of excellence, diversity, and community.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent required
2 years medical staff or hospital credentialing experience required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree Preferred
ER call scheduling experience preferred
MD Staff credentialing software experience highly preferred
Medical Staff Coordinator certification preferred upon hire; candidates must obtain certification within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

Coordinate and process requests for applications, evaluating eligibility for application receipt according to bylaws.
Initiate the information collection, verification, and documentation process per established processes upon receipt of a complete application.
Enter or post requested privileges in the database and provide statistical information on the credentialing process by accurately recording start and complete dates.
Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date online portal databases and credentials files for all appointees as assigned.
Provide follow-up support to all practitioners as needed.
Monitor the reappointment process from initiation to completion according to established policies and procedures, ensuring timely completion of reappointment applications and renewal of privileges.
Prepare agendas for committee meetings in collaboration with the meeting Chair and other involved staff members.
Make other preparations for meetings, including reserving a room and sending notifications.
Attend meetings, record accurate minutes, and follow up as appropriate.
Facilitate the election of new Department officers and review and recommend privilege revisions as needed.
Serve as a resource for hospital staff, physicians, APPs, AHPs, and their office staff in relation to Medical Staff activities.
Perform additional duties that are temporary in nature due to business needs, including development of credentialing criteria for new privileges, processing requests for additional privileges, responding to internal and external customers requiring reports or information, and special projects.