What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Staff Hospitalist Coordinator/Full Time/Day Shift position at Coral Gables Hospital?
Position Summary:
Performs and provides secretarial, technical, and administrative support to the Medical Staff Services Department, committee structure and coordination of Medical Staff. Assists in coordinating updates on Medical Staff Bylaws, policies, and Rules and Regulations, maintaining current knowledge of Federal and State Regulations. Responsible for coordinating as well as providing secretarial support for the Medical Staff and Medical Associates/Assistants initial credentialling and privilege delineation activities, including requests for temporary privileges, preparation of National Practitioners Data Bank information, biennial reappointments and preparation of peer review for provisional Medical Staff and Medical Associates/Assistants. Acts as a liaison between the Medical Staff and hospital administration.
Required KnowledgeSkills:
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
- Typing of at least 35 WPM.
- Excellent written (emphasis on ability to compose letters) and communication skills.
- Must be able to handle stress relative to rush projects and meeting deadlines, cope with varying personalities, some irregular hours, a demanding Medical Staff and be able to work under pressure in a highly productive office.
- Critical thinking, service excellence and strong communications skills, ability to read/comprehend written instructions, ability to follow verbal instructions, PC skills.
- Must possess good oral and written communications skills in the English language and able to communicate With all levels of the organization.
- Good organizational skills preferred. Basic computer skills required.
- Meets and strives to exceed all customer needs. Promotes positive image of the hospital.
- Displays attentiveness, tact, confidentiality, and diplomacy in responding to others.
- Works together to maximize results within the Department, as well as throughout the hospital. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to work process change, makes decisions and takes appropriate actions to solve problems.
- Originates, develops or implements new methods to accomplish objectives.
- Makes practical decisions and recommendations reflecting logical analysis of problem and/or issues Conveys information in a concise, accurate, and understandable manner, and applies confidentiality as appropriate.
Education/Experience/Licensure:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Certificate. Associate degree preferred.
Experience
Must have two years of executive secretarial experience.
One of Two years' experience in a medical staff office preferred.
Knowledge of State, Federal, and JCAHO regulations.
Previous credentialing and management experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
Critical thinking, service excellence and strong communications skills, ability to rea/comprehend written instructions, ability to follow verbal instructions, PC skills.
Bilingual - English/Spanis
License/Certification:
Certification as a NAMSS Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist and/or Certified Medical Staff Coordinator preferred