Column Technical Services is seeking a meticulous
GME Credentialing Assistant with a strong focus on ACGME credentialing requirements and standards. A background in hospital settings is preferred. Join an expanding team and support MSO coordinators under the guidance of inspiring management at one of New York's most renowned healthcare organizations. Apply today to start a conversation and learn more. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring candidates to reside in New York, NY, or New Jersey, with an expectation to be on-site once a month.
- Must have health care/physician provider credentialing experience*
Responsibilities
- Responsible for data entry and review of credentialing files; upload files to database, and ensure files are complete and accurate.
- Oversee the scheduling of resident rotations, maintaining adherence to ACGME standards.
- Handle the daily operations and administrative tasks of the ACGME.
- Verify adherence to contracts, licensing requirements, and established procedures.
- Administer the onboarding, licensure, and credentialing of new residents.
- Ensure all ACGME guidelines and protocols are followed.
- Process credentialing and appointments for all incoming fellows.
- Compiles and maintains current and accurate data for all providers.
- Completes provider credentialing, credentialing applications, and reappointments; monitors applications and follows-up as needed.
- Maintains copies of current state licenses, DEA certificates, malpractice coverage and any other required credentialing documents for all providers.
- Ensures credentialing functions meet applicable NCQA standards.
- Ensure data accuracy and validity through comprehensive review and evaluation of information.
- Comprehensive understanding of requirements and processes involved with the maintenance, updating, and activation of healthcare providers' licenses.
- Navigate web-based software-applications, upload/download files, access shared drives, utilize Outlook and Microsoft applications, and attend Webex and Zoom calls.
- Update portfolios, which includes uploading PDF files into the credentialing software.
- Create spreadsheets on Excel for organizing data and reporting.
- Initially this person will shadow a current analyst to learn the job process and procedures.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must have a positive, professional demeanor to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.
Required Skills
- A minimum of 3+ years' experience with Hospital credentialing background experience is preferred.
- Strong verbal, written and customer service communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail are a must as you will review and analyze detailed documents.
- Must be a team player, be proactive, and able to work independently and self-motivated.
- Technically savvy and skilled with Excel, MS Outlook, Internet Research, Shared Drives and PDF files, formatting/uploading. documents and navigating virtual meetings.
- Experience with Credentialing software.
- Familiarity with CVs (curriculum vitae), PDF images and license verification documents.
- Associate Degree or bachelor's Degree is preferred.
- Completed Vaccination Required Upon Hire.
