What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Medical Staff Services position at University of Maryland Medical System?
JOB SUMMARY: The position is responsible for the management of medical staff services, providing support for functions of medical staff including governance, credentialing, and communications.
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD
Education & Training: Bachelor’s degree in related field required, Masters preferred. Current certification by the National Association of Medical Staff Services (CPMSM or CPCS), or achievement of certification within two years.
Work Orientation & Experience: Six (6) years direct experience in medical staff credentialing and privileging required. Two (2) years’ experience in management of medical staff credentialing and privileging operations preferred. ; Solid knowledge of TJC, CMS and CoMAR medical staff standards required. Knowledge of medical terminology required.
Skills & Abilities: (a) Able to communicate effectively with medical staff and hospital personnel; (b) able to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of administration and the medical staff; (c) computer/word processing skills; (d) able to plan, organize and implement projects involving complex issues and personalities; (e) able to exercise good judgment; (f) able to maintain confidentiality.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $51.82-$77.78
- Other Compensation (if applicable): N/A
- Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
