Credentialing Coordinator

Job Summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking a Credentialing Coordinator to join our team in The Dalles, OR. This position is contract-based and offers day shift work at Columbia Gorge.

About the role

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, our facility in Columbia Gorge has been serving the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center, and a wide range of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and processes all medical staff applications for appointment/reappointment for assigned areas of responsibility, according to established procedures.
• Captures letters of inquiry regarding education, training, personal medical references, staff affiliations, board certifications, out-of-state licensure, and relevant information.
• Requests verification from the Medical Board of California for current state licensure.
• Queries the National Practitioner Databank.
• Creates confidential files on new practitioners and obtains copies of state licensure/s and certificates, if applicable.
• Conducts thorough background investigations, research, and primary source verification of all components of the application file.
• Follows up on all incomplete or problematic information in a timely and consistent manner.
• Ensures that all reappointments are completed and reviewed by the appropriate credentialing entity before expiration date.
• Tracks license and certification expirations for all providers to ensure timely renewals.
• Assists with conducting an annual review of Medical Staff Bylaws, rules, and regulations and all documents pertinent to the medical staff who are maintained in the department.
• Sends sections for revisions to appropriate committees.
• Keeps current with legal issues necessary for implementation of the bylaws etc.
• Oversees provider information in online credentialing databases and systems.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Associates/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Five years' relevant experience: Preferred Healthcare industry experience: Preferred Commercial healthcare experience: Preferred
• Facility Specific License/Certifications: Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) or Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS): Required

Qualifications

• Experience in medical staff in an acute care/hospital setting and familiarity with Joint Commission standards.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in medical staff in an acute care/hospital setting and familiar with Joint Commission standards.
• Must have CPCS/CPMSM.
• Preferably Onsite With Experience In Oregon Standards.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in medical credentialing software and databases.

Benefits

Our facility is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Pay

Details TBD

Schedule

Day Shift/5 8's on site at Columbia Gorge

Contact

Reach out to Recruiter BISI – Fast-track submission for qualified Credentialing Coordinator 📞 520-800-6045 ✉️ Abisi@talentedmedicalsolutions.com