Credentialing Assistant

Ascension Health; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 35.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Descripción de la vacante

Ascension is seeking a Credentialing professional to support Medical Directors - Credentialing at St. Agnes Healthcare in Baltimore, MD.

You will oversee end-to-end application processing for initial credentialing and biennial re-credentialing of clinical staff, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness. The role collaborates with medical office staff, boards, and carriers to resolve discrepancies, maintain credential databases, and draft verification letters, contributing to reliable provider

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• NAMSS Credentialing Specialist credential preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Execute end-to-end processing of initial credentialing applications for clinical staff.
• Serve as primary liaison with medical offices, boards, and carriers to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain an audit-ready provider credential database with accurate records.
• Draft and track verification letters to external institutions and references.

Conocimientos

Credentialing

Healthcare administration

Communication

Educación

High School diploma or equivalent

NAMSS Credentialing Specialist (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Your future role at a glance

Location: Baltimore, MD

Facility: St. Agnes Healthcare

Department/Specialty: Medical Directors - Credentialing

Schedule: Days | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Application Management: Execute the end-to-end processing of initial credentialing and biennial re-credentialing applications for all clinical staff.

• Communication & Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for medical office staff, state licensing boards, and insurance carriers to resolve discrepancies in provider files.

• Database Integrity & Compliance: Maintain a high-accuracy database of provider credentials, ensuring all digital and physical records are audit-ready at all times.

• Verification Accuracy: Facilitate professional correspondence, including the drafting and tracking of verification letters to external institutions and peer references.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• None Required.

• Preferred Credential(s):

• Credentialing Specialist credentialed from the National Association Medical Staff Services.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Min Salary: 25.33

Max Salary 34.28