Credentialing Coordinator II

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a Credentialing Specialist to support its medical staff credentialing services. The role involves handling initial and reappointment verifications, changes in privileges, and ongoing maintenance to ensure regulatory compliance across a large safety-net health system in Harris County, Texas.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of credentialing experience, NAMSS certification preferred, and strong MS Word/Excel skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; higher education preferred.
• 2 years of healthcare practitioner credentialing experience required.
• NAMSS certification strongly preferred; ongoing professional development is expected.
• Proficient with MS Word and MS Excel; familiarity with credentialing software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial credentialing and reappointment verifications for practitioners.
• Maintain ongoing credentialing maintenance, privileges changes and regulatory compliance.
• Process staff resignations and related credentialing tasks in a timely manner.
• Prepare reports and support audits with accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Analytical

Verbal communication

Writing & editing

Research

Medical terminology

Dictation/ Transcription

MS Word

MS Excel

Credentialing software

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

NAMSS Certification (CPCS or CPMSM)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Credentialing Software System

Job description

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Manager, Medical Staff Credentialing Services, incumbent performs as part of a healthcare practitioner credentialing team in support of the Harris Health System credentialed practitioners. Credentialing processes address initial and reappointment requirements, changes in privileges, on-going maintenance and verifications of current required documents, staff resignations and other duties to maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies and the Harris Health System Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Specialized Training/Licensure:High school graduation required; Associate degree and/or bachelor degree preferred. NAMSS Certification (CPCS or CPMSM) strongly preferred
• Work Experience (Years and Area):2 years of healthcare practitioner credentialing experience required.
• Management Experience (Years and Area):None required
• Equipment and Software Expertise: Computer, Fax, Copy Machines, Microsoft Office, Credentialing Software System, Scanners; Required Testing: MS Word, MS Excel

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills:

• Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract)
• Writing /Composing (Correspondence / Reports)

• Other Skills: Analytical, CRT, Dictation/Transcription, Mathematics, Medical Terms, P.C., Research, Statistical, MS Word, MS Excel
• Work Schedule: Flexible, Overtime, Eligible for Telecommute

REPORTS TO: Manager

EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: No