Medical Staffing Services Manager

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Summary of the Job:

Work in concert with the Chief Medical Officer to directs the operations of the Medical Staff Services Department. Manages and coordinates flow of information from Medical Staff Committees to the Credentials Committee and Medical Executive Committees and provides maintenance and oversight of physician and allied health files and database. Manages departmental and Medical Staff finances. Assists with TJC Survey preparation for the medical staff/leadership function. Works closely with medical staff leaders and hospital administration with regard to medical staff issues. Manages professional, clerical and volunteer staff including day-to-day supervision, employee relations, and staff development while maintaining effective and responsive relationships with medical staff and other departments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess, at a minimum, an Associate’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education (60 college credit hours) and at least 7 years experience in a Medical Staff Administrative position.
• Certified Professional Medical Staff Management (CPMSM) or Certified Provider Credentialing Specialists (CPCS) by the National Association Medical Staff Services (NAMSS).
• Affiliation with NAMSS and the Louisiana Society Medical Staff Services (LSMSS) is strongly encouraged.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess strong problem solving and critical thinking skills and be able to work efficiently.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) – reaching

Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.