Credentialing Specialist

Associate Credentialing SpecialistSanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.Facility: Gss National CampusLocation: Sioux Falls, SDShift: 8 Hours - Day ShiftsJob Schedule: Full timeWeekly Hours: 40.00Salary Range: $17.50 - $28.00Job SummaryThe Associate Credentialing Specialist is responsible for tasks and processes developed to facilitate the credentialing process for initial and reappointment applications and maintain a current and accurate, system-wide data repository for provider information. Tasks include establishing and updating provider files through both an online and paper credentialing application and reapplication process, obtaining and evaluating primary source verification of provider credentials, maintaining current verifications that expire, and facilitating the communication of significant findings and process milestones to customers throughout the Sanford system. Must be able to work on daily tasks with efficiency and high quality accuracy. Other duties as assigned by department leadership per business need. Demonstrates excellent customer service skills and take initiative to meet the needs of all to ensure customer focus and a positive experience. Communicates effectively and with a high level of diplomacy with providers. Must be able to work on multiple daily tasks with efficiency and high-quality accuracy while handling multiple internal and external customer communications. Responsible for planning work to meet regulatory and customer defined deadlines, which requires coordination to minimize redundancy of work when multiple organizations share common providers.QualificationsAssociate's Degree required. In lieu of education, leadership may consider 2 years of applicable experience. Credentialing, provider services, administrative support, business or healthcare experience preferred.BenefitsSanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.