Medical Staff Coordinator I

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital in La Palma, CA, is seeking a Credentialing Specialist to support the Medical Staff Office, handling credentialing applications, reappointments, proctoring and competencies.

The role interfaces with physicians and hospital management, requires strong computer, writing and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; 1–2 years of administrative experience preferred and CPCS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent education/experience.
• Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) preferred.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years technical/administrative experience required.
• Medical Staff Department experience preferred.
• Must have strong computer, communication, and writing skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates all aspects of credentialing for Medical Staff Departments.
• Interfaces with physicians and hospital management staff in a positive, professional manner.
• Supports assigned Medical Staff Departments as needed by the Director/Manager.

Skills

credentialing support

Microsoft Office

communication skills

writing skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Founded in 1972, La Palma Intercommunity Hospital is a 141-bed acute-care community hospital and the only hospital in La Palma. Our highly qualified team is committed to providing outstanding service in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Patients treated at La Palma Intercommunity Hospital benefit from the expertise of a large hospital system in a smaller, more personal setting. For more information visit www.lapalmaintercommunityhospital.com.

Responsibilities

Ability to function in a demanding environment by navigating multiple projects simultaneously, and effectively supporting a busy Medical Staff Office. Responsible for assigned Medical Staff Departments as assigned by Director/Manager. Facilitates all aspects of credentialing, including applications, reappointments, proctoring and competencies. Interfaces with physicians and hospital management staff in a positive and professional manner

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent education/experience.
• Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) preferred.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years technical/administrative experience required.
• Medical Staff Department experience preferred.
• Must have strong computer, communication, and writing skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must exhibit a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical staff services and/or acute care hospital experience, preferred.

Pay Transparency

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $25.14 to $32.32. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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