Credentialing Analyst

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our passion.

Primary Purpose

Supports the credentialing program that implements federal, state and local regulatory, Joint Commission and NCQA accreditation requirements. Ensures that all practitioners and facilities are evaluated upon entry into the MSPS Database, as required, and conducts an ongoing review of the providers. Gathers, analyzes, and report provider data for the provider directory. Communicates with providers and provider groups to answer their questions and concerns or direct to the proper department. Assists with oversight audits of provider data.

Minimum Specifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree is required.

Experience

• Three (3) years of managed care or credentialing experience.
• Two (2) years of experience in provider data management.
• Experience with CAQH, Texas Association of Health Plans (TAHP), NCQA accreditation, Aperture, or National Provider Data Bank (NPDB) is preferred.
• Experience with federal, state and/or local managed care statutes is preferred.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

• May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

• National Association Medical Staff Services (NAMSS) certification is preferred.
• Provider Enrollment specialist Certificate (PESC) is preferred.

Skills or Special Abilities

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel to include VLOOKUP, creating complex function and equations.
• Proficiency in Adobe Pro and Microsoft Outlook.
• Experience using SharePoint is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving and relationship building skills with positive attitude and demeanor.
• Ability to take initiative to research and form conclusions independently.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and time constraints in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and work as part of a team including internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to perform detail work efficiently and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex processes.
• Skilled in interpreting, analyzing, and providing recommendations regarding data accuracy and data collection needs and processes.
• Excellent planning, organization, time management, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains relationships with external vendors and credentialing partners including which may include CAQH, Aperature & Texas Association of Health Plans.
• Administrates reports in external database portals & analyze data, confirm accuracy, and present to internal department.
• Assists with the oversight of the delegated provider and facility's data.
• Gathers, analyzes, and reports provider data to internal and external customers.
• Ensures that all practitioners and facilities data elements are evaluated upon entry into the MSPS database and conducts an ongoing review of the provider data.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement through the audit process and provides recommendations.
• Accurately tracks, reports, and follows up on the status of credentialing applications.
• Maintains a strict degree of confidentiality in all areas relating to provider credentials, status, and provider personal information.
• Familiar with state specific all department policies and procedures.
• Assist with miscellaneous audits projects throughout the year as required.
• Communicates with Leadership regarding any or all credentialing delays or issues.
• Other duties as assigned.
• This position is 100% Virtual. Virtual employees must also comply with all Parkland policies and procedures governing the use of Parkland information resources. Virtual employees must maintain all equipment lent by Parkland for performing the agreed upon job duties in good working condition. All employment responsibilities and conditions in applicable Parkland policies and procedures apply to employees while working virtually.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

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