Medical Staff Credentialing Clerk

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Medical Staff Credentialing Clerk to support the Medical Staff Services department with credentialing and re-credentialing processes for healthcare providers.

You will verify documentation, maintain licensure and DEA records, and coordinate with medical staff, licensing agencies, and insurers while handling confidential information. Ideal candidates have an Associate Degree and up to 2 years of credentialing or hospital admin experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Associate Degree preferred.
• 0-2 years of credentialing/administrative support in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processes credentialing and re-credentialing applications for healthcare providers.
• Verifies documentation and ensures policy compliance.
• Maintains records for licenses, insurance, DEA registrations, and certifications.
• Communicates with medical staff, licensing agencies, and insurance carriers to obtain verifications.
• Supports Medical Staff Officers, Department Chairs, and Committee Chairs with confidential materials.
• Manages calendars, schedules meetings, and distributes notices for medical staff meetings.
• Coordinates with staff and facilities to ensure smooth operations.
• Orders and manages office supplies for the department.
• Assists in orienting rotating students with effective scheduling and communication.
• Maintains regular attendance and adheres to policies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Customer service

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The Medical Staff Credentialing Clerk provides administrative support to the Medical Staff Services department, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of credentialing and re-credentialing applications for healthcare providers. This role collaborates with medical staff, licensing agencies, and insurance carriers to maintain up-to-date and compliant records. The Medical Staff Credentialing Clerk ensures accurate communication and coordination with medical staff, administration, and facility associates while handling sensitive and confidential information.

Essential Functions

• Processes credentialing and re-credentialing applications for healthcare providers, verifying required documentation and compliance with policies.
• Updates and maintains records for licenses, insurance, DEA registrations, and certifications, ensuring ongoing compliance for all providers.
• Communicates with medical office staff, licensing agencies, and insurance carriers to complete verifications and obtain required documentation.
• Provides administrative support to Medical Staff Officers, Department Chairs, and Committee Chairs, handling materials of a sensitive and confidential nature.
• Maintains calendars, schedules meetings, and distributes notices and reminders for medical staff meetings across assigned facilities.
• Facilitates communication and coordination with medical staff, administration, and all facility associates to ensure smooth operations.
• Orders and manages office supplies for the department to support daily operational needs.
• Assists in the orientation of students rotating with medical staff, ensuring effective scheduling and communication.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in credentialing, administrative support, or a related role in a hospital setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Job Info

• Job Identification 166744
• Job Category Administrative Support
• Posting Date 10/15/2026, 10:56 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL, 36305, US