Medical Staff Coordinator

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Position Title: Medical Staff Coordinator Job Summary: Independently leads and coordinates the credentialing and privileging functions of the Medical Staff. Maintains confidentiality of all medical staff activities as they relate to peer review, quality improvement and medical legal issues. Job Duties: Organizes the credentialing activities of the Medical Staff and ensures compliance with internal polices and bylaws and external regulations and standards (The Joint Commission (TJC), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Accountable for processing and verification of documents related to medical staff initial applications, reappointment (every 2 years) and ongoing maintenance of the credentials files for current licensure, certification, liability coverage, controlled substance and drug enforcement certification requirements and other documentation. Ensures the credentialing and medical staff processes meets The Joint Commission standards and identifies areas for process improvement. Takes lead role in process improvement activities and in the survey process. Organizes and facilitates the Credentials Committee as well as ensures the Medical Executive Committee and Board are involved in the credentialing process as required by policies and standards. Facilitates communication with the clinical department chairs, credentials committee chair and physician members and hospital leadership team regarding credentialing activities. Hours: Full Time; 40 hours/week Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree required Certification as a Certified Medical Staff Coordinator and/or Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist required after meeting each certification’s specific requirements. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training for child and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System’s circle of care. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.