MEDICAL STAFF COORDINATOR

The Coordinator is responsible for preparing and submitting credentialing applications and supporting documentation for the purpose of medical staff and allied health professional credentialing and health plan credentialing. The Coordinator follows up on the status of applications, tracking progress on all pending and completed work. The Coordinator manages their own duties and functions independently, maintaining a high quality for detail and timeliness.

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet -designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work!

Education & Training:

• High school diploma or equivalency is required.
• Some college is preferred.
• Must have CPCS or CPMSM certification or certification received within 18 months of hire.

Work Orientation & Experience:

• Minimum of One (1) year previous experience in medical staff administration required.
• Three (3) years' previous experience in medical staff administration is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of credentialing, Joint Commission regulations, and state requirements.
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to:

• Communicate effectively with medical staff and hospital personnel.
• Adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of administration and the medical staff.
• Utilize computer/word processing skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Exercise good independentjudgment and discretion.
• Demonstrate effective critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Display strong composition and interpersonal communication skills.
• Gather and coordinate required information under strict time lines required to meet credentialing requirements.