What are the responsibilities and job description for the Credentialing Specialist position at Oklahoma State University?
Position Details
Req ID:
req19392
Position Title:
Credentialing Specialist
Position Type:
Staff Full-Time
Position Number:
GS9102
OSU Campus:
Tulsa - Center for Health Sciences/OSU Medicine
Department:
Administrative Affairs
Location Address:
1111 West 17th Street
Tulsa , Oklahoma, 74107
United States
Hiring Supervisor:
Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):
17.04 - 19.17, Hourly
Work Schedule:
Typically 8 hrs/day, 5 days/week
Faculty Appt Period:
Job Summary:
Job Summary:
This position will collaborate closely with the Clinic Outreach and Credentialing Administrator to facilitate the credentialing process for new providers and the renewal of credentials for existing providers with both commercial and governmental insurance companies. The role will also involve working alongside clinic administrators and the Clinic Outreach and Credentialing Administrator to assist clinics in obtaining hospital privileges. Additionally, the Credentialing Specialist will engage with department leadership to address credentialing requirements and respond to inquiries from physicians, staff, and supervisors. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed. A strong commitment to teamwork is essential.
Environmental Hazards:
Typical office environment.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodations
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In addition, OSU Medicine’s Customer Service Philosophy is:
“We enrich lives by providing compassionate care and amazing service to every life we touch.”
We achieve our service standards with employee behaviors centered on safety, courtesy, presentation, and efficiency.
Safety is:
- Be aware of environment
- Be intentional in your actions
- Ensure accuracy
- Mitigate potential hazards
Courtesy is:
- Welcome and actively engage in a friendly and respectful manner
- Be responsive, polite, and helpful
- Smile
- Demonstrate care and concern
- Show appreciation and say “Thank You”
Presentation is:
- Be professional
- Have a clean and neat appearance
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Remember what you represent at all times
Efficiency is:
- Respond to needs in a timely manner
- Organize and prioritize your work
- Be available and respect others’ time
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
- High School diploma/GED
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in multi-specialty-provider credentialing encompassing government, commercial and other insurance products, with increasing responsibility during that time period, or related experience.
- Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) Certification or equivalent experience
- Valid Driver's License
Skills, Knowledge, and Proficiencies:
- Strong analytical abilities are essential for this role, along with outstanding communication and organizational skills.
- The candidate should be capable of working independently, juggling various tasks, and adhering to deadlines.
- Leadership, effective communication, customer service, multitasking, and computer proficiency are crucial, along with experience collaborating with both clinical and financial support teams. Teamwork is a must.
Preferred:
- Associate's degree
- Prefer six (6) years of experience in multi-specialty provider credentialing encompassing government, commercial and other insurance products.
