Credentialing Specialist- FT Days

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Credentialing Specialist for on-site, full-time day shifts.

The role ensures verification of thousands of practitioner files for appointments and reappointments, and involves compiling applications, entering data, and communicating with applicants to complete credentialing requirements. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, credentialing experience is preferred, and CPCS/CPMSM certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; data entry or credentialing experience may substitute.
• Previous credentialing or database entry experience preferred; detail oriented and able to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Certifications: CPCS and/or CPMSM preferred; must be passed within two years of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate verification of approximately 8,000 practitioner files for initial appointment and reappointment within established time frames according to accrediting standards.
• Prepare and send applications; gather, enter and verify information from applicants to complete their file.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with applicants to finalize their credentialing processes.
• Adapt to expedited requests while maintaining Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's degree

Credentialing experience may substitute

Tools

Credentialing databases

Job description

Overview
Coordinates accurate verification of approximately 8,000 practitioner files forinitial appointment and reappointment within established time frames and in accordance with the standardsrequired by the accrediting/regulatory agencies for all Mercy Network, Mercy Clinic and Mercy Hospitals. This includes preparing and sending applications, gathering, entering and verifyinginformation received in the application process and communicating verbally and written with applicants as necessary to complete their application. Specialist must be detail oriented and have ability to understand complex credentialingrequirements needed by facility and variances for credentialing in multiple states. Must be deadline driven and can easily adapt to expedited requests. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details
Credentialing Specialist- FT Days (On-Site)

Job Description
Find your calling at Mercy!
Overview
Coordinates accurate verification of approximately 8,000 practitioner files forinitial appointment and reappointment within established time frames and in accordance with the standardsrequired by the accrediting/regulatory agencies for all Mercy Network, Mercy Clinic and Mercy Hospitals. This includes preparing and sending applications, gathering, entering and verifyinginformation received in the application process and communicating verbally and written with applicants as necessary to complete their application. Specialist must be detail oriented and have ability to understand complex credentialingrequirements needed by facility and variances for credentialing in multiple states. Must be deadline driven and can easily adapt to expedited requests. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details
Credentialing Specialist- FT Days (On-Site)
Education: Bachelors degree or previous data entry or credentialingexperience may be substituted for education.
Experience: Previous credentialing or database entry experience preferred. Applicant must be detail oriented and able to work in a demanding and fast paced work environment. Analytical experience preferred.
Certifications: Valid certification as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) and/or Certified Professional Medical Services management (CPMSM) preferred. Certification must be passed within two years of becoming eligible for exam.
Other: Detail oriented. Able to easily adapt to change. Self-starter.
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.
Position requires long hours sitting at a computer.
Some travel is required.
Position requires flexible hours outside of the normal work day.
Why Mercy?From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.