Medical Staff Coordinator

Medical Staff Coordinator

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The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary riversthe Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary:

Plans and organizes activities of the Medical Staff in accordance with Joint Commission, state and federal regulations and established policies and procedures. Plans, organizes and controls training to assist Medical Staff and its subordinate committees in understanding and using the credentialing and privileging process. Acts as a liaison between Medical Staff and Administration within parameters established by Clinical Operations Manager and Chief of Staff.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: One year certificate from college or technical school; or at least two years healthcare related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• License, Certification, Registration: Valid State of Alaska Driver's License or ability to acquire driver's license. Preferred, but not required: Certification as a Certified Provider of Credentialing Services "CPCS". If not certified at time of hiring, employee will become certified within 4 years of date of hire. Preferred successful completion of Medical Terminology course or ability to take within first year of hire.
• Equipment/Tools: Ability to use the computer and general office equipment.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
  • Significant experience with data entry & database management; using word processing software, Excel, Power Point, E-mail, Web searches, graphs & charts.
  • Experience taking meeting minutes and writing summary reports.
  • Ability to operate photocopy machine, fax machine, and shredder.
  • Ability to file and proofread documents. Excellent human relations skills and oral/written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate events and complete multiple tasks within limited constraints; to research information; to communicate effectively in oral/written form; have knowledge and familiarity with word processing, Governing Body functions, knowledge of YKHC policies and procedures.

Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

YKHC applies Alaska Native/American Indian (under PL 93-638), EEO, and Veteran Preferences. Under federal and state laws, YKHC performs criminal history and background checks to ensure customers are protected.