Credentialing Operations Specialist - Medical Staff Affairs

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington in Seattle manages a Credentialing Operations program within the Office of Medical Staff Affairs, overseeing credentialing and privileging for UW Medicine. The Specialist provides independent leadership to ensure accurate, timely credentialing, with focus on complex regulatory standards and seamless coordination across departments.

The role emphasizes strong communication, meticulous attention to policy changes, and ongoing process improvements in a high-stakes health

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least two years of credentialing experience.
• Certification in NAMSS SPCS or CPMSM or get certification within two years of hire.
• Familiarity with post-award grant and contract processes for both federal and non-federal funding sources.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain strong attention to detail in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently analyze and manage credentialing processes for UW Medicine.
• Manage all new eLearning special and additional privileges as requested by provider. Work with eLearning team to analyze and complete special credentialing for Central Venous Catheter, Moderate Sedation, Fluoroscopy, Robotic Surgery, and other privileges that require eLearning.
• Maintain and analyze clinical privilege forms with the annual review of clinical department chairs and service chiefs.
• Ensure credentialing forms are routed through the UW Medicine health system for appropriate clinical approval based on specialty, coordinating with service chiefs and department chairs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

University of Washington in Seattle manages a Credentialing Operations program within the Office of Medical Staff Affairs, overseeing credentialing and privileging for UW Medicine. The Specialist provides independent leadership to ensure accurate, timely credentialing, with focus on complex regulatory standards and seamless coordination across departments.

The role emphasizes strong communication, meticulous attention to policy changes, and ongoing process improvements in a high-stakes health