Medical Credentialing & Privileging Specialist

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Associate Assistance Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a Medical Staff Credentialing Specialist who coordinates credentialing, privileging, and governance functions for the Medical Staff Office. You will review applications, perform primary source verifications, and maintain confidentiality.

This role requires attention to detail, liaising with practitioners and departments, and ensuring compliance with accrediting and regulatory standards. Schedule is 8:00 am–5:00 pm, M-F, at UAB St. Vincent's East.

Qualifications

• Licenses: CPMSM preferred.
• Licenses: Certified Credentialing Specialist preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years in credentialing or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates receipt of credentialing and privileging information and completes primary source verifications.
• Pre-committee and end-of-committee processes to notify practitioners and stakeholders.
• Researches credentialing records for eligibility and compliance with accreditation standards.
• Guides practitioners and departments through credentialing and licensure requirements.
• Identifies credentialing issues and triages communications to meet deadlines.
• Maintains credentialing databases and records, including renewals and trainings.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and performs other duties as assigned.

Education

CPMSM

Certified Credentialing Specialist

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a Medical Staff Credentialing Specialist who coordinates credentialing, privileging, and governance functions for the Medical Staff Office. You will review applications, perform primary source verifications, and maintain confidentiality.

This role requires attention to detail, liaising with practitioners and departments, and ensuring compliance with accrediting and regulatory standards. Schedule is 8:00 am–5:00 pm, M-F, at UAB St. Vincent's East.