Credentialing Specialist- FT Days

Mercy; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Credentialing Specialist to join our on-site team for day shifts. You will verify and manage credentialing files, prepare applications, and ensure accuracy within required timeframes across Mercy facilities.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent data-entry/credentialing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multi-state requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent data entry/credentialing experience.
• Previous credentialing or data-entry experience preferred.
• Detail oriented with ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate verification of practitioner credentialing files within deadlines.
• Prepare and send credentialing applications and gather/verify information.
• Communicate with applicants verbally and in writing to complete applications.
• Work with multiple states' variances and adapt to changing requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree

Credentialing experience

Tools

CPCS certification

CPMSM certification

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.