Medical Staff / Credentialing Coordinator / FT
UHS
Summary
Responsible for coordination and preparation of medical staff functions; prepares for various Medical Staff Meetings and maintains minutes. Responsible for maintaining files for the credentialing and recredentialing of practitioners and health professionals. Ensure data is maintained in the credentialing software. Communicates effectively with the Chiefs of the clinical departments and sections to assure compliance with Medical Staff by-laws and Rules and Regulations. Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and standards for the medical staff based on knowledge of the Joint Commission Standards, medical legal requirements, and bylaws. Participates in the on-boarding of new physicians to the Medical Staff. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards with all customer groups.
Job description
Position Summary
Responsible for coordination and preparation of medical staff functions; prepares for various Medical Staff Meetings and maintains minutes. Responsible for maintaining files for the credentialing and recredentialing of practitioners and health professionals. Ensure data is maintained in the credentialing software. Communicates effectively with the Chiefs of the clinical departments and sections to assure compliance with Medical Staff by-laws and Rules and Regulations. Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and standards for the medical staff based on knowledge of the Joint Commission Standards, medical legal requirements, and bylaws. Participates in the on-boarding of new physicians to the Medical Staff. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards with all customer groups.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Credentialing and privileging is responsible for performing the credentialing process for new and provisional members of the NWTHS Medical Staff.
- Responsible for performing the recredentialing process for all members of the NWTHS Medical Staff.
- Clinical privileging process for Allied Health Practitioners is responsible for performing the credentialing and recredentialing process for all Allied Health Practitioners.
- Performs other clerical and Medical Staff Services duties under the direction of the Manager of Medical Staff Services.
- Assists in maintaining NWTHS Medical Staff Bylaws and policies and procedures.
- Participates in monitoring and reporting the OPPE and FPPE for Medical Staff members.
- Actively participates in the on-boarding of new physicians and other independent licensed practitioners.
Requirements
- Minimum of high school education
- Computer literacy
- Previous experience in credentialing/privileging preferred
- Medical terminology knowledge preferred
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Tuition Savings
- Career Development
- Pet Insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.