Manager, Licensure & Certification

AmSurg Corp; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

9 holidays

Paid family leave

Job summary

AMSURG, a national leader in ambulatory surgery center services, is seeking a Manager of Licensure & Certification to oversee licensing, accreditation, and regulatory compliance for facilities, providers, and operations. Hybrid work arrangement and collaboration with legal, compliance, operations, credentialing, and quality teams are key aspects of this role.

You will manage license renewals, submission of applications, and readiness for CMS inspections and accreditation surveys, while coaching

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
• Experience with CMS and state licensing portals; familiarity with Joint Commission/AAAHC/ACHC.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and compliance tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory licensure and certification for facilities, providers, and services.
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate them to leadership.
• Ensure CMS/state licensing compliance and accreditation readiness.
• Develop policies and maintain licensure documentation.
• Track renewal dates, prepare renewals, maintain records.
• Lead surveys readiness and coordinate corrective actions.
• Supervise Licensure & Certification staff and monitor KPIs.
• Collaborate across departments on regulatory issues.
• Lead enterprise-wide licensure initiatives and reporting.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Healthcare regulations

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CMS/JCAHO portals

Compliance tracking systems

Job description

Company Overview:

AMSURG is an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center services, operating a network of more than 250 surgery centers nationwide. In partnership with physicians and health systems, the organization delivers high-quality care for patients across a diverse spectrum of medical specialties, including gastroenterology, ophthalmology and orthopedics. To learn more about AMSURG, visit www.amsurg.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager of Licensure & Certification is responsible for overseeing all licensing, certification, accreditation, and regulatory compliance activities for designated facilities, providers, and healthcare operations. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements while supporting organizational goals related to quality, patient safety, and operational excellence.

Work Schedule: Hybrid

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• ϋ>Regulatory Compliance:
  • Manage the licensure and certification process for facilities, providers, and related healthcare services.
  • Monitor regulatory requirements and communicate changes to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with CMS, state licensing agencies, accreditation bodies, and other regulatory organizations.
  • Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation related to licensure and certification.
• ϋ>License and Certification Management:
  • Track license renewal dates, certification deadlines, and required documentation.
  • Prepare and submit applications, renewals, and supporting materials.
  • Maintain centralized databases and records of all licenses, certifications, permits, and accreditations.
  • Coordinate corrective action plans related to licensure or certification deficiencies.
• ϋ>Survey and Accreditation Readiness:
  • Lead preparation efforts for regulatory surveys, inspections, and accreditation reviews.
  • Coordinate responses to findings and ensure timely completion of corrective actions.
  • Partner with operational leaders to maintain ongoing survey readiness.
• Supervise Licensure & Certification Specialists and support staff.
• Monitor KPI’s assigned including productivity
• Establish performance expectations and provide coaching and development.
• Assign workloads and monitor productivity and quality outcomes.
• Foster collaboration across departments and facilities.
• ϋ>Project Management:
  • Lead enterprise-wide licensure and certification initiatives.
  • Coordinate cross-functional projects related to regulatory compliance.
  • Develop reports, dashboards, and metrics for leadership review.
  • Management credentialing technology including enhancements
• ϋ>Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Serve as a primary contact for regulatory agencies, accreditation organizations, and internal leadership.
  • Work closely with legal, compliance, operations, credentialing, and quality teams.
  • Provide guidance to facility leaders regarding licensure and certification requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
• Knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, AAAHC, ACHC, or federal and state online licensing platform.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and compliance tracking systems.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of healthcare regulatory, licensure, accreditation, credentialing, or compliance experience.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience working with state licensing agencies and accreditation organizations.

Employment at AMSURG:

Living Our Values Every Day
At AMSURG, our values define who we are and how we serve our patients, partners, and each other. As a national leader in ambulatory surgery, we are committed to a culture of excellence, integrity, teamwork and caring deeply. Our values guide every decision, ensuring we continue to elevate healthcare and provide the highest quality care.
These guiding principles are the foundation of our culture and a guide to how we collaborate, innovate, and make a difference every day.

• λ>Care Deeply for those around us.
• λ>Cultivate Integrity to build trust.
• λ>Champion Excellence for continuous improvement
• λ>Celebrate Teamwork every step to the way.

Paid Time Off:

AMSURG offers paid time off, 9 observed holidays, and paid family leave. You accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) each pay period and depending on your position and can earn a minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.

EOE Statement:

AMSURG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (40 or older), race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: [e-mail]. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.

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