The Credentialing Specialist is a full-time, (temporary role that may be subject to become permanent) salaried position. This position supports our healthcare recruiters by ensuring that the clinicians who work for our clients are properly trained, licensed, and certified to work.
Position Summary / Objective
The Onboarding Specialist role is responsible for ensuring that clinical candidates are properly licensed and certified to work and have completed all of their onboarding requirements to start their assignments. This includes closely reviewing documents for accuracy, expiration dates, completion of requirements, ordering background checks and drug screens, and interpreting their results. Ideal candidates will have thorough attention to detail, high level of accuracy in their work, and ablity to handle a high volume of tasks.
What's in it for you:
- Weekly pay
- Medical, dental, vision
- Voluntary life insurance
- Short & long-term disability
- Accident insurance
- HealthiestYou $0 copay telemedicine (by Teladoc)
- 401(k)
- Pet insurance
- Professional development opportunities to grow your skills & experience
- Grow with the company – we value promoting from within and developing our own talent
Responsibilities
- Process initial hire and applications for clinicians in a medical staffing environment
- Assist with the new-hire process by reviewing information contained in job applications and resumes
- Ensure that medical professionals placed on assignment are compliant with Elite Medical Staffing and client requirements prior to start and throughout the term of the assignment
- Maintain contact and follow-up with healthcare professionals throughout the credentialing process
- Verify all necessary licenses and credentials for the client facility to include conducting background checks, drug screens, contacting licensing boards, reviewing license applications, obtaining education information, and interviewing references
- Review medical documentation, certifications, employment forms, testing and other requirements upon receipt, ensuring compliance with client and company standards
- Input and maintain documentation in company database to include tracking licensing, compliance with federal standards, completion of necessary training and education, and continuing education completion
- Other assigned tasks and duties
Job Skills
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with all levels of management and staff
- Able to maintain a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
- Must display a professional approach to communication and teamwork, as there is a high degree of interaction with various levels of employees and clients
- Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office products (WORD, Excel and
- PowerPoint)
- Ability to establish and achieve goals, prioritize and perform multiple functions and tasks
- Ability to conduct independent research in multiple portals
- Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong organizational skills and positive attitude
- Excellent attendance and punctuality
- Demonstrates sense of urgency in completing assignments
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, salary position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Specific Educational/Vocational Requirements
• 1 year of prior Customer Service or Human Resource experience is preferred
• Bachelors degree preferred
About Elite Medical Staffing – We are an established leader in the healthcare staffing industry. We’ve earned a reputation for providing the most qualified clinicians with a variety of unique opportunities nationwide. Our focus is first and foremost always on patient care. We believe that with the superior customer service of our branch personnel, partnered with our experienced clinicians, we are uniquely positioned as the premier provider of healthcare staffing solutions. Each of our clinicians is thoroughly screened to provide only the highest standards of patient care. We partner with a variety of clients, providing opportunities in home healthcare, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, school districts, clinics and more!
Elite Medical Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elite Medical Staffing does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
