Medical Staff Credentialing Director is responsible for all aspects of the verification process for medical staff incumbents. Provides regulatory oversight and guidance to the credentialing process. Being a Medical Staff Credentialing Director maintains working knowledge and ensures continuing compliance with state, federal, and institutional standards and guidelines. Develops and implements policies and protocols related to medical staff verifications and ensures that the organization and staff are in accordance with organizational and industry standards. Additionally, Medical Staff Credentialing Director analyzes reports on applications and credential status to identify trends and improve the credentialing process. Presents files to the credentialing committee and may act as a liaison to state medical licensure boards regarding the status of license applications. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS). Typically reports to senior management. The Medical Staff Credentialing Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Medical Staff Credentialing Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Summary:
The Director of Medical Staff Office Services is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the Medical Staff Office functions across Care New England.
- Reporting to the Chief Medical Officers for Kent Hospital and Women & Infants, the Director is responsible for maintaining medical staff compliance with the Joint Commission Accreditation standards, Federal & State regulations and the Medical Staff Associations Bylaws / Rules and Regulations.
- The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the credentialing and privileging activities for all operating unit locations.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Education: Bachelors (Masters Preferred)
Experience Minimum of 5 to 7 Years
Specifications:
Must possess demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills; thorough knowledge of accreditation standards as well as other state and federal regulatory requirements; ability to work well with individuals at all levels within the institution; and strong computer skills.
Must have excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and ECHO medical staff database technology experience. Maintain Board Certification with National Association of Medical Staff Services every three years.
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.