Credentialing Coordinator

Role Overview

The Coordinator Medical Staff supports medical administration activities, including credentialing, privileging, and provider onboarding, ensuring compliance with regulations and hospital policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate appointment, reappointment, and privileging processes for medical staff and providers.
• Manage onboarding activities such as orientation, documentation, and credentialing updates.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of provider records, communicating with departments and external agents.
• Assist with peer review, OPPE, and FPPE processes to evaluate provider competence.
• Support administrative functions like maintaining credentialing software, handling correspondence, and responding to verification requests.
• Collaborate with quality and PI teams to ensure timely evaluations and documentation.
• Handle sensitive medical staff issues confidentially and support the Office of Medical Administration.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• At least two years healthcare administrative or credentialing experience.
• Strong attention to detail, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to pursue NAMSS CPCS certification within two years.
• Preferred experience in meeting coordination and project management.

Key Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of medical staff policies, regulatory requirements, and credentialing software.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and providing quality support to medical staff and hospital departments.