North Central Surgical Center is a highly successful, Baylor Scott & White affiliated hospital located in Dallas, TX. We partner with the very best team members and medical staff in the area. We are a surgical focused hospital that performs over 12,000 procedures per year.
FACTS ABOUT NORTH CENTRAL : Opened in 2005, 14 Operating Rooms and 30 Medical / Surgical Patient Rooms. We are conveniently located at Walnut Hill & 75 in the prestigious North Park area. Specialties include : Orthopedics, Spine, General Surgery, Pain Management, Urology, GI / Endoscopy, Plastic, and Podiatry surgeries. Managed by United Surgical Partners International & Joint Commission Accredited.
Under the direction of the Regional Director of Medical Staff Services, the Medical Staff Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all aspects of the credentialing process. This includes managing physician, advanced practice, and allied health credentialing and re-credentialing processes, organizing medical staff meetings, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Coordinator supports accreditation preparation for medical staff and leadership functions, and works closely with medical staff leaders, hospital administration, and legal counsel.
Credentialing and Compliance :
- Manages all Medical Staff, Advanced Practice, and Allied Health credentialing and re-credentialing
applications in accordance with Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, accreditation standards, and
state / federal laws.
Oversees the development and revision of privilege criteria, privilege delineations, and necessarydocumentation for the credentialing process.
Conducts compliance audits and monitors adherence to accreditation standards and applicablestate / federal regulations.
Policy and Procedural Development :
Develops, implements, and revises departmental policies and procedures that ensure compliance andoperational efficiency.
Maintains thorough knowledge of Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and hospital policies,promoting adherence within the medical staff.
Meeting Management :
Coordinates and facilitates Medical Staff committee meetings, including the preparation of agendas,materials, and recording of minutes.
Provides support to Medical Staff leaders in meeting preparation and execution, ensuring a smooth flow ofinformation through Medical Executive Committees and the Governing Board.
Educational Support :
Provides training, education, and guidance on accreditation standards to Medical Staff Services staff andhospital personnel.
Organizes ongoing staff development initiatives to maintain high competency in regulatory and compliancematters.
Data and Records Management :
Maintains accurate and confidential credentialing files, within the medical staff database.Monitors and updates MD-Staff credentialing database to ensure data integrity and availability forcredentialing and re-credentialing processes.
Communication and Problem Solving :
Maintains open lines of communication with Medical Staff, Administration, hospital departments,practitioners’ offices, and health agencies.
Addresses and resolves issues or inquiries promptly and professionally.Budgeting and Resource Management :
Assists in developing and managing the departmental operating and capital budgets.Recommends resources and equipment necessary to support departmental functions and goals.Additional Responsibilities :
Completes projects as assigned by the Regional Director or Regional Manager and participates indepartmental and facility initiatives.
Maintains or develops skills on equipment and technology essential for completing job responsibilities.Supports hospital-wide and departmental goals by participating in quality improvement initiatives andadapting to policy or process changes as needed
Required Skills
High school diploma or equivalent requiredBusiness or healthcare-related courses or training preferredCertification in Medical Staff Credentialing required or must be obtained within 18 months of hirePrevious experience in a Medical Staff Services administrative role requiredThorough understanding of credentialing processes, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements within a hospital or healthcare settingKnowledge of Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, accreditation bodies standards, and state / federal standardsProficiency with MD-Staff credentialing software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), and database managementExcellent clerical and organizational skills with strong attention to detailCapable of making independent decisions and recognizing when to seek guidanceAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks efficientlyAbility to interact professionally and tactfully with physicians, department heads, and hospital staffMaintains high standards for confidentiality with sensitive medical and personal informationRequired Experience
High school diploma or equivalent requiredBusiness or healthcare-related courses or training preferredCertification in Medical Staff Credentialing required or must be obtained within 18 months of hirePrevious experience in a Medical Staff Services administrative role requiredThorough understanding of credentialing processes, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements within a hospital or healthcare settingKnowledge of Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, accreditation bodies standards, and state / federal standardsProficiency with MD-Staff credentialing software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), and database managementExcellent clerical and organizational skills with strong attention to detailCapable of making independent decisions and recognizing when to seek guidanceAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks efficientlyAbility to interact professionally and tactfully with physicians, department heads, and hospital staffMaintains high standards for confidentiality with sensitive medical and personal information
