Credentialing Specialist

The Healthfirst Credentialing department credentials and re-credentials providers, facilities and vendors; prepares hard-copy directories and reviews network provider data for accuracy and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and federal and state regulations. Duties/Responsibilities: Credentials providers, facilities, and vendors in accordance to regulations and Healtfirst policy.

Prepares presentations for the quarterly credentialing and delegate vendor oversight committee meetings. Facilitates pre-delegation and delegation vendor audits to ensure adherence to contractual arrangements. Prepares hard-copy directories and works with third party vendors for posting online directories. Reviews relevant data to ensure accuracy.

Effectively communicates to internal departments and external partners. Identifies and assesses opportunities to improve processes to better ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to state and federal regulations. Raises issues to management and assists in resolution. Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

HS diploma/GED Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Prior relevant experience Time and project management, critical/creative thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Intermediate Microsoft software skills include Adobe, Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Office WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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