Credentialing Specialist

(Remote Work Available)

Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ!

Work Status Details: REGULAR FULL TIME | 80.00 Hours Every Two Weeks

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.

Min = $20.5606
Mid = $25.7008

Summary:

The Credentialing Specialist I provides high-level, independent support to the Medical Staff Services department and Medical Staff Leadership by facilitating physician onboarding through the initial application and reappointment process. The Credentialing Specialist I is responsible for collecting primary source verifications from multiple entities and analyzing the data that is collected to ensure compliance with established criteria, regulatory requirements and YRMC governance documents. The Credentialing Specialist I is responsible for accurately updating data for the department database to ensure data integrity. The Credentialing Specialist I provides administrative support to the Medical Staff and Department Leadership including running reports from the dedicated provider database, and may coordinate meetings, and handles confidential information.

Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?

Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.

Our Values

Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |

About Yuma, AZ

Named by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.

Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don’t forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma’s many lakes.

Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.

https://www.visityuma.com/

https://www.yumachamber.org/

Responsibilities:

Conducts primary source verification of provider applications with multiple entities as outlined in the Medical Staff Services Credentialing Policy and required by the applicable regulatory agencies and internal governance documents in a timely and efficient manner.

Maintains the Medical Staff Services database. Responds to questions regarding expiring credentials, uploads renewed credentials into the database, maintains the database auto-alert system as required, and ensures data integrity.

Maintains a professional demeanor as a representative of the department and the YRMC organization. Assists providers as needed, in person, through email, or responding to calls in a timely fashion. Maintains positive professional communication, both written and verbal, with the Medical Staff, Administration, and all other YRMC staff.

Processes pre-checks of potential candidates as outlined in the Medical Staff Services Credentialing Policy. Works collaboratively with Provider Services to facilitate the pre-check process. Maintains records of pre-check data.

Provides administrative coverage and support as needed include routine reports, special projects, and department meetings and accounting reconciliation.

Supports the Credentialing Specialist II to facilitate the reappointment and initial appointment process. Collaborates with all team members to ensure accuracy in file completion.

Assists Director in assuring compliance with bylaws, policies, procedures, and compliance guidelines; participates and supports quality assurance, performance improvement programs and processes. Assists Director in maintaining budgetary expenses including purchases supplies, equipment and capital items. Processes check requests for reimbursements, maintains adequate level of supplies in a cost-effective manner.

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point One year of general office experience

Preferred Requirements: Associate Degree in Business or Healthcare Administration 2-3 years of experience in a healthcare setting Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and ASM Products

Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.56 - $25.70 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Yuma, AZ 85364: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Yuma, AZ 85364