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Meriter-UnityPoint Health Medical Staff Office Credentialing Specialist; 1.0FTE in Madison, Wisconsin
13546BRDepartment Name:HSP Medical Staff Svcs Location:Meriter Hospital Job Description:The principal purpose of the Credentialing Specialist position is to provide direct support to the Medical Staff, Credentials Committee, physicians & other applicants for medical professional credentialing of initial applications and recredentialing. This individual focuses on adherence to the various regulatory requirements including accrediting bodies, CMS, federal and state regulations as well as the Medical Staff bylaws, policies and procedures and obligations to Meriter Hospital as it applies to appointment, reappointment, credentialing and recredentialing applications. Additionally, this person is cross trained in many areas and will back up the Credentialing Coordinator and Medical Staff Support Services Manager due to absence. This is a hybrid remote role following successful completion of the 90 day probationary period.
Why UnityPoint Health?
Commitment to our Team – For the second consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare (https://www.unitypoint.org/news-and-articles/press-releases/unitypoint-health-named-top-place-to-work-in-healthcare-for-second-consecutive-year) by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture (https://www.unitypoint.org/join-our-team/our-culture) guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities (https://uphtotalrewards.com/my-personal-growth/) is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
Required Qualifications:
Associate Degree in Medical Staff Services, or other Administrative, Business, Health Information Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 3 years of Administrative support experience or experience working in an office environment
Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
Preferred Qualifications:
Coursework in medical staff credentialing
Experience working in a Medical Staff Office performing and supporting provider credentialing and privileging activities
NAMSS Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) certification.
Knowledge of and experience working with provider performance management to include analysis of quality and procedural data
Experience working with Morrissey or Echo credentialing software
Experience with privilege form creation and updates
Experience facilitating and supporting a hospital Credentialing Committee
EEO/M/F/D/VAuto req ID:13546BRWeekends:NoZip Code:53715Compensation:$19.72+, Based on experienceJob Title:Medical Staff Office Credentialing Specialist; 1.0FTESite Address:202 South Park StreetWork Schedule:Mon-Fri, business hours, Hybrid Remote Work. No weekendsHours Per Week:40Status:Benefit Eligible City:MadisonFTE:1.0