Payer Credentialing Associate — Assistant Coordinator

Saint Francis Healthcare System; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Education Assistance up to $5,000

Earned Time Off (ETO)

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Credentialing Specialist responsible for the credentialing and re-credentialing of hospital and provider practices. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate and timely documentation for health plans, maintaining records in credentialing databases, and collaborating with vendors and payers. Ideal candidates will possess strong oral and written communication skills, have two to five years of payer credentialing experience, and be able to work independently. Comprehensive health coverage and education assistance are provided.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of payer credentialing experience with Medicare and Medicaid understanding preferred.
• Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist preferred.
• Excellent oral and written skills for communication with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Credential providers accurately and timely for health plans.
• Maintain data in credentialing database and online systems.
• Track license and certification expirations for timely renewal.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Relationship management skills

Education

High school graduate/equivalent

Tools

Credentialing databases

Online systems

Job description

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Credentialing Specialist responsible for the credentialing and re-credentialing of hospital and provider practices. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate and timely documentation for health plans, maintaining records in credentialing databases, and collaborating with vendors and payers. Ideal candidates will possess strong oral and written communication skills, have two to five years of payer credentialing experience, and be able to work independently. Comprehensive health coverage and education assistance are provided.