Credentialing Specialist

The Department of Medicine

The Department of Medicine is pleased to announce an opening for a Credentialing Specialist.

The Credentialing Specialist role will support all aspects of the MU Health Care credentials verification process for medical staff, advanced practice professionals, and University Physician (UP) billing staff during the initial appointment and re-credentialing process.

The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, and able to work collaboratively as well as independently. The ideal candidate must be able to work closely with other departmental and hospital staff, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, interact effectively with diverse personalities, have initiative and vision, and the highest level of professionalism.

Duties Include:
1. New Appointments
2. Reappointments
3. Outreach Appointments and Reappointments
4. OPPE
5. FPPE
6. Licenses
7. Collaborative Practice Agreements
8. Provider Enrollment
9. Maintain Credentialing Files
10. Miscellaneous Medical Staff requirements for providers
11. Other duties as assigned

Mon - Fri 8:00 - 5:00

High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.
One (1) year of experience confirming work history, education, training, background, and/or reference checks or similar experience.

Experience with medical staff credentialing.
Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) or Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) certification by the National Association of Medical Staff Services (NAMSS).
Experience with the Joint Commission (TJC), Det Norske Veritas (DNV), National Council of Quality Assurance (NCQA), and Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) credentialing standards.
Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Hiring Range: $19.15 - $26.75
Grade: PAT:006
University Title:CREDENTIALING SPECIALIST I
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

In addition to filling out the online application please provide a cover letter.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.