Job Description

Benefits and Perks include:

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision insurance options Generous paid time-off program and paid holidays for full time staff TeleDoc 24/7/365 access to doctors Optional short- and long-term disability plans Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) 401K retirement accounts with company match Employee Referral Bonus Program

JOB SUMMARY:

The Facility Credentialing Specialist ensures all contracted providers meet qualifications to provide care by working closely with multiple departments. This position is also responsible for assisting and supporting reporting functions of data to appropriate agencies, committees and management while meeting Health Plan standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

To perform this job, an individual must accomplish each essential function satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.


Although this position can assist with provider credentialing, the main focus for this position will be Facility Credentialing.

Must be able to review and verify credentials, i.e. licenses, certifications, etc., in a timely manner

Make sure organizations are compliant with regulatory requirements.

Maintain and load provider credentialing information received via contracts, roster updates and/or applications into the system

Review data for accuracy, correct errors as needed

Keep current on NCQA Standards and/or industry-specific regulations

Contact providers in a timely manner to obtain missing and/or incorrect documentation: follow up as necessary

Participate on calls with network services staff to assist with troubleshooting

Assist with the facilitation of the Credentialing Committee approval and denial notification process (i.e. welcome and denial letters)

Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Must be fluent in all provider types

Must be able to accept instructions and work independently in the completions of goals and assignments

Proficient computer skills

Must be self-motivated, dependable, team and goal-oriented

Ability to accurately enter data into information system as instructed

Ability to prioritize and multi-task workload

Be efficient, effective and assertive in both written and spoken communications

Handle multiple priorities effectively

QUALIFICATIONS

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Education:

o High school diploma or equivalent required



o Post-secondary education preferred

Experience:

o Previous experience in the healthcare field required



o Prior credentialing experience required



o Prior experience in network services data management preferred



o Prior experience with Medicare Advantage plans preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Does not have supervisory responsibilities

Occasionally needs manager's direction due to extraordinary circumstances

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Work is typically performed at home in a dedicated office space

Typical working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM but flexible

Position may require flexible hours

Must be able to speak and write in English

Travel may be required to come into corporate office for special events


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



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