Aya Healthcare has an opportunity for an experienced healthcare Credentialing Coordinator to support an 13-week contract with a facility located in The Dalles, OR.
Assignment Details:
- Start: As soon as possible
- Schedule: Onsite, Mon–Fri, 8am to 5pm
- Pay: $45-50/hour
- Length: 13 weeks (Eligible to be extended for longer, depending on future dept. needs)
- Onboarding: 1-2 weeks
Summary of Credentialing Coordinator:
Coordinates and processes all medical staff applications for appointment/reappointment for assigned areas of responsibility, according to established procedures. Coordinates physician initial application appointment process for the organization in accordance with the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Health care Organizations (JCAHO) standards and medical bylaws. Acts as liaison between organization administration and the Medical Staff. Coordinates small program(s) with limited budget/impact.
Duties of Credentialing Coordinator:
- Initiates 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 obtain copies of state licensure/s and certificates, if applicable.
- Conducts thorough background investigation, research and primary source verification of all components of the application file.
- Performs primary source verification of all necessary elements through letters or faxes, websites, telephone verifications or equivalent sources.
- 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.
- Submits 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 system.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements for Credentialing Coordinator:
- Must have Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) or Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) certification
- High School Diploma or GED
- Five years' relevant experience
- Healthcare industry experience
- Commercial healthcare experience
- Familiarity with legal, state, TJC and NCQA guidelines in assuring medical staff compliance with regulatory agencies.
Aya Offers:
- A robust team to support you every step of the way to ensure you start on time, have accurate payroll and an exceptional experience.
- A credentialing specialist to streamline the entire compliance process.
- Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment.
Aya Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply!
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This is a contract-only position with no guaranteed permanent hire. Are you still interested?
- The pay range for this position is $45-50/hour (max). Are you still interested?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- medical staff credentialing: 5 years (Required)
- Database management: 5 years (Required)
- Regulatory reporting: 5 years (Required)
- Hospital: 5 years (Required)
- JCAHO: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- (CPCS) or (CPMSM) (Preferred)
Location:
- The Dalles, OR 97058 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- The Dalles, OR 97058 (Required)
Work Location: In person
