Job Description

Location

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department

Credentialing

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours

40

Summary

The Credentials Specialist is responsible for coordinating and administering the credentialing process for medical practitioners, ensuring that all credentialing and accreditation processes and procedures are processed and completed in accordance with established regulatory, quality and policy requirement; provides support to the System Credentials and Medical Staff Organization.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with two or more years experience in credentialing or medical staff services department.
• In lieu of experience in Credentialing or Medical Staff Services department, an Associate degree or higher may be considered with consistent work history.
• Familiar with NCQA and Joint Commission Standards.
• Proficiency with computer systems, networks and software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet and Internet required.
• Must have ability and interest to deal tactfully with physicians and to maintain confidentiality of sensitive matters.
• Should agree to pursue Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist professional designation when eligibility requirements are met.

Certification/Licensure

• Willing to obtain Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) or Certified Professional Medical Staff Manager (CPMSM) certification when eligibility requirements are met.

About Us

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.

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