Credentialing Specialist

Coordinate and process requests for applications?? evaluate eligibility for application receipt according to bylaws. Upon receipt of a complete application, initiate the information collection, verification, and documentation process per established processes. Enter or post requested privileges in database. Provide statistical information on the credentialing process by accurately recording start and complete dates. Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date online portal database and credentials files for all appointees as assigned. Provide follow up support to all practitioners as needed. 25% Monitor the reappointment process from initiation to completion according to established policies and procedures. Ensure timely completion of reappointment application process and renewing of privileges. 40% Prepare agendas for committee meetings in collaboration with the meeting Chair as well as other staff members who may need to be involved. Make other preparations for the meeting including reserving a room and sending notifications. Attend meetings, record accurate minutes, and follow up as appropriate. Facilitate election of new Department officers and review and recommend privilege revisions as needed. 20% Serves as a resource for hospital staff, physicians APPs, AHPs and their office staff in relation to Medical Staff activities. 10% Perform additional duties that are temporary in nature due to business needs including development of credentialing criteria for new privileges, processing requests for additional privileges, responding to both internal and external customers requiring reports or information, and special projects. 5%