Medical Staff Credentialing & Coordinator- FT

Willapa Harbor Hospital•South Bend, WA

45d•$27 - $38

About The Position

The Medical Staff Coordinator is responsible for coordination and preparation of medical staff functions; prepares for committee meetings, takes minutes, and processes and distributes appropriate correspondence. The Medical Staff Coordinator is also responsible for coordinating, monitoring and maintaining the credentialing and re-credentialing process by facilitating all aspects of credentialing and privileging including, appointment, reappointment, privileging for medical staff and allied health practitioners. This position supports medical staff activities and special projects for all physicians and health care affiliates. Work situations are varied and involve highly confidential information and require a professional demeanor, organizational skills, independence and attention to detail. Must be able to attend meetings after regular office hours.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience required working as a medical staff professional, or in a medical staff credentialing capacity
Exceptional prioritization, time management, and organization skills required.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in healthcare, business administration or equivalent education preferred.
Willing to obtain within 3 years of starting in the position, Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) or Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM)

Responsibilities

Coordination and preparation of medical staff functions
Prepares for committee meetings
Takes minutes
Processes and distributes appropriate correspondence
Coordinating, monitoring and maintaining the credentialing and re-credentialing process
Facilitating all aspects of credentialing and privileging including, appointment, reappointment, privileging for medical staff and allied health practitioners
Supports medical staff activities and special projects for all physicians and health care affiliates