Medical Staff Coordinator - Ascension
Evanston, IL 60202-3328
About the Job
- Department: Medical Affairs Administration
- Schedule: Monday through Friday; Day shift
- Hospital: Ascension Saint Francis
- Location: Evanston, IL 60202
Coordinate processing of applications, appointments, and administrative support services for medical staff and health professionals.
- Handle the billing, collection, and deposit of medical staff dues.
- Schedule, coordinate and attend all assigned department and committee meetings, conferences and special events in support of medical staff credentialing activities.
- Communicate with both internal and external customers concerning the credentialing activities and operation of the department, including verification requests regarding hospital privileges, past residencies, and fellowships.
- Ensure data integrity.
- Maintain adequate documentation for analysis, data retrieval, and troubleshooting of systems and databases.
- Maintain current credential files on all employed/contracted physicians for physician groups.
- Develop, update, and maintain matrix of physician participation/enrollment with contracted payers and distribute to management, physicians and office staff.
- Notify contracted payers of any physician changes or other pertinent information.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Credentialing Specialist credentialed from the National Association Medical Staff Services preferred.
- Medical Services Management credentialed from the National Association Medical Staff Services preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Ascension Illinois delivers compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. As one of the largest health systems in Illinois with 15 hospitals and more than 230 sites of care, you will find an environment that allows you to thrive and create a career path you love. Join a diverse team of more than 17,000 associates and more than 600 providers who are dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
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Benefits:
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.
