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Posted: 11-Feb-25
Location: Temple, Texas
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Internal Number: 25002312
JOB SUMMARY
Accountable for the computerized operations of the centralized credentials verification system by managing all components of the medical staff database, including data entry, creating reports, and maintaining software. Serves as team member in coordinating medical staff and allied health professional initial appointments and reappointments. Tracks the flow of credentialing information throughout the Scott & White System and to delegating credentialing entities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Oversee the system credentialing database
- Develops a standardized system of database entry/attributes and trains staff on standardized data entry to the system.
- Utilizes software functions to convert paper documents to electronic files where possible.
- Works with IS on web-based links to help on-line privilege queries and directories.
- Executes initial appointment and re-appointment application under departmental policy
- Receives applications and enters data and requested privileges into the credentialing database. Prepares application packets for distribution to applicants.
- Assigns applicants to appropriate facility(s) and communicate with appropriate facility representatives.
- Scans and emails completed credentials files to appropriate facility(s) in a timely way.
- Maintains records of all changes to practitioner status and demographics and communicates to appropriate departments.
- Plans and develops helping documentation (agendas, minutes, reports for Credentials Committee and others as assigned.
- Monitors time-limited documents to assure continuous currency
- Follows departmental expiring document policy to assure proper notification to practitioners of impending expirations.
- Accesses primary verification sources to document renewed licenses and certifications, enters renewals into database and files hard copy in credentials file.
- Notifies director of expiring documents.
- Design reports and queries to help the functions of the department
- Prepares scheduled and ad hoc reports for both internal and external customers according to established timelines and distribution lists.
- Maintains current knowledge of the joint commission and NCQA Standards
- Regularly participates in learning opportunities to keep current in the credentialing industry.
- Perform other position duties as required
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Commitment to continuous learning and keeping abreast in the Medical Staff Services industry.
- Experience in database management, medical staff and/or credentialing services required.
- Exceptional organizational skills, independent work management skills, and proficiency in working with computerized databases required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- CPCS certification by the National Association of Medical Staff Services preferred.
- Cactus experience preferred.
BENEFITS
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
- EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
