What are the responsibilities and job description for the Credentialing Coordinator, Part-time, Medical Staff position at Adventist Health?
In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America's only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast.
Job Summary:
Coordinates and processes all medical staff applications for appointment/reappointment for assigned areas of responsibility, according to established procedures. Coordinates physician initial application appointment process for the organization in accordance with the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Health care Organizations (JCAHO) standards and medical bylaws. Acts as liaison between organization administration and the Medical Staff. Coordinates small program(s) with limited budget/impact.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- Five years' relevant experience: Preferred
- Healthcare industry experience: Preferred
- Commercial healthcare experience: Preferred
Essential Functions:
- Initiates letters of inquiry regarding education, training, personal medical references, staff affiliations, board certifications, out-of-state licensure and relevant information. Requests verification from the Medical Board of California for current state licensure. Queries the National Practitioner Databank. Creates confidential files on new practitioners and obtain copies of state licensure/s and certificates, if applicable.
- Conducts thorough background investigation, research and primary source verification of all components of the application file. Performs primary source verification of all necessary elements through letters or faxes, websites, telephone verifications or equivalent sources.
- Follows up on all incomplete or problematic information in a timely and consistent manner. Ensures that all reappointments are completed and reviewed by the appropriate credentialing entity before expiration date. Tracks license and certification expirations for all providers to ensure timely renewals.
- Assists with conducting an annual review of Medical Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and all documents pertinent to the medical staff who are maintained in the department. Submits sections for revisions to appropriate committees. Keeps current with legal issues necessary for implementation of the bylaws etc. Oversees provider information in online credentialing databases and system.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
