Credentialing Specialist - Full-time

Summary The Credentialing Specialist is responsible for coordinating, processing, and maintaining all physician and provider credentialing, recredentialing, privileging, and enrollment activities for the orthopaedic practice. This position ensures providers meet all regulatory, accreditation, payer, and facility requirements necessary to provide patient care and receive reimbursement for services rendered. Overview The Credentialing Specialist works closely with providers, management, hospitals, insurance payers, and regulatory agencies to maintain accurate and timely credentialing records. General Summary of Duties Coordinate and manage provider credentialing and recredentialing processes for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, therapists, and other clinical staff. Prepare and submit credentialing applications to commercial insurance carriers, Medicare, Medicaid, hospitals, surgery centers, and other healthcare organizations. Maintain accurate provider files, credentialing databases, and tracking systems. Monitor expiration dates for licenses, DEA registrations, board certifications, malpractice insurance, ACLS, CPR certifications, and other required credentials. Ensure timely completion of payer enrollment and revalidation applications. Follow up with insurance carriers and facilities regarding application status and approvals. Maintain CAQH profiles and ensure all provider information is current and attested as required. Assist with provider privileging and hospital appointment processes. Verify provider credentials including education, training, licensure, certifications, malpractice coverage, and work history. Ensure compliance with federal, state, payer, and accreditation standards. Communicate with providers regarding missing documentation and renewal requirements. Maintain confidentiality of provider and organizational information. Assist with audits, reports, and credentialing documentation requests. Collaborate with billing, compliance, human resources, and administrative staff regarding provider enrollment and credentialing matters. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent required at minimum. Experience in physician practice credentialing, within an orthopaedic or specialty medical practice, preferred. Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer enrollment processes preferred. Knowledge of healthcare regulations, payer requirements, and credentialing standards. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and credentialing software/databases. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. Physical Demands and Working Conditions/Requirements Requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working at a computer, and being on the phone. Must have good computer and telephone communication skills and be able to operate miscellaneous office equipment. Hearing and vision abilities within normal range, or corrected, to observe and communicate with patients and staff. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment in a professional medical office setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the necessary functions. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work Full-time: 40 hours minimum per week; available for overtime as needed; varied day shift hours on weekdays. Travel Requirements May require occasional travel between office locations or facilities. Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401k Plan, 3% Safe Harbor Non‑Elective Employer Contribution Employer‑provided $25,000 Group Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness/Cancer Benefits Mileage Reimbursement for travel between office locations Certificate and Continuing Education Reimbursement Accrual Paid Time Off (up to 19 days off within 1st year) #J-18808-Ljbffr