Credentialing Specialist - UW Medical

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JOB TITLE:   

Credentialing Specialist

JOB PURPOSE:  

Compile, organize, maintain, and verify that all staff has appropriate accreditation at the EHCW clinics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process initial credentialing and re-credentialing applications.
• Identify discrepancies in information and conduct follow-ups.
• Prepare reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines for credentialing.
• Screen practitioner’s application and support documentation to determine eligibility.
• Maintain and verify files and track the expiration of certifications throughout the organization.
• Respond to health plan provider inquiries.
• Capture primary source documentation in the database.
• Provide support with program reviews or audits for compliance.
• Coordinate and engage colleagues to pull together information for complete and accurate credentialing.
• Identify support agencies and build a relationship with agencies to streamline the credentialing process.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in training and other professional development activity.
• Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational goals and objectives.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Integrity
• Quantity of Work
• Quality Orientation
• Work Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education: Associate’s degree

Experience: 2 years work-related experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Skilled in managing deadlines and effectively communicating timelines
• Excellent communication skills across various platforms (e.g., email, phone, video conferencing, in-person)
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: Th