Under the direct supervision of the Medical Staff Coordinator and the indirect supervision of the Vice President of Physician Services, the Credentialing Specialist provides support for the initial appointment and reappointment credentialing and privileging activities and processes in accordance with the medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations and medical staff policies so as to ensure that only qualified practitioners provide care at OakBend Medical Center.    

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of experience in the performance of responsible secretarial/stenographic and cleriical work. Experience with computer system, word processing, database and spreadsheet.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Certification by the Certification Commission of National Association of Medical Staff Services as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

The knowledge ad skills to perform duties using word processing, database and spreadsheets in the computer. Well-developed oral, written, organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to perfom secretarial and clerical duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.