What are the responsibilities and job description for the Credentials Coordinator position at The University of Chicago Medicine?
Job Description
Join UChicago Medicine as a Credentials Coordinator.
The Credentials Coordinator manages the medical staff credentialing program and supports Medical Staff Organization function by:Processing medical staff applications for appointment and reappointment in a timely manner. Facilitating and supporting medical staff credentials and privileges committee. Serving as liaison and problem solver to clinical department administrative and practice plan staffs and physicians.Designing and preparing computer database reports, statistics, rosters, etc. for routine and special requests.
Essential Job Functions:
- Process medical staff applications for appointment and reappointment.
- Ensure applications are processed and reviewed in a timely fashion. This includes verifying and analyzing the accuracy and completeness of the application and proof of current licensure, malpractice insurance coverage, etc.
- Verify and evaluate past clinical training, present and past hospital medical staff affiliations and clinical privileges which have the potential for high risk exposure for the Medical Center.
- Facilitate and support medical staff credentials and privileges committee, as well as Laser committee.Ensure appropriate follow-up action is taken.
- Serve as liaison and problem solver to the clinical department administrative and practice plan staffs and physicians regarding credentialing issues.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate field.
- Knowledge of medical staff administration and credentialing principles normally acquired through 3-5 years’ experience in the field.
- Knowledge of Joint Commission, DNV, NCQA, CMS, State of Illinois Regulatory Standards, and State of Indiana regulatory standards.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Initiative, experience in decision-making, detail oriented and independent work habits. Must be able to handle a variety of problems and situations, often of an extremely confidential or urgent nature.
- Excellent PC skills, including internet and database (Access preferred) experience.
- Must be organized and able to handle multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with physicians and department staffs and other customers.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
CPCS or CPMSM preferred
Position Details:
- Job Type: Full-time/onsite
- Shift: Days
- CBA Code: Non-Union
Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
