Scheduling and Credentialing Coordinator

Iowa Digestive Disease Center•Clive, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Scheduling and Credentialing Coordinator at the Iowa Digestive Disease Center is responsible for the coordination and organization of provider schedules and is responsible for the management and oversight of the credentialing process for both payers and hospitals.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent is required
Experience as an administrative assistant or office assistant is required
Knowledge and understands medical terminology, or ability to quickly learn medical terminology
Understands scheduling logistics
Effective and professional communication skills in English - both oral and written - through email, phone, fax and in-person dialogue
Detail oriented
Able to use computer, phone, and other business office equipment
Knowledge of and ability to perform basic office skills
Able to follow written and oral instructions
Able to work independently and productively with minimal supervision
Physical activities require sitting for protracted periods of time
Able to problem solve, make routine judgments, prioritize duties and responsibilities, and quickly respond to changing business needs
Job activities may involve Category III exposure to bloodborne pathogens and minimal exposure to chemical hazards
Frequent carrying and lifting up to 15 lbs., occasionally carrying and lifting up to 25 lbs., and occasional pulling and pushing up to 75lbs
Frequent walking, sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching

Nice To Haves

Experience with schedule management and credentialing in a medical clinic/office setting is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs in accordance with the adopted standards and approved policies and procedures
Participation as a team member in support of the total clinic/care processes
Performs duties in a manner which demonstrates understanding and regard for patient’s rights
Must maintain patient and facility confidentiality
Performs in accordance with established continuous quality improvement policies and procedures
Follows emergency codes and measures applying to this position
Supports risk management and participates in programs that are directed to patient and employee safety
Attends and participates in in-service programs and educational endeavors
Inputs general clinic schedules for providers and resources.
Coordinates and communicates meetings for all providers
Updates schedules, including call schedules, on a regular basis
Provides updates to all providers regarding their schedules
Assists the providers with scheduling adjustments and changes
Assists with correspondence and notifications
Works with attorneys, educators, other physicians, etc., to schedule appointments with providers
Dispenses schedules to hospitals and other facilities as needed for call coverage support
Notifies hospitals and other facilities of schedule changes as needed
Electronically manage credentialing accounts for all providers
Scan & enter all required credentialing documents to payers and hospitals
Create new provider accounts with PECOS and other universal credentialing entities
Maintains up-to-date provider notebooks with regular management of expiration dates for all licenses and certificates
Assists with locating documents for credentialing purposes
May assist with reception, scheduling and filing
Work with local hospitals to ensure continued medical staff privileges for all physicians
Assist providers with CME reports in support of recredentialing requirements