Credential Coordinator

Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality, and affordable patient-centered care. As part of the CommonSpirit Health network, we offer a full range of award-winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, and the Center for Assault Treatment Services.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Credential Coordinator to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and accurate processing of medical staff applications, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

• Manage the entire credentialing process for all medical staff applicants, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Collect, verify, and process all required documentation, including applications, licenses, certifications, and references.
• Conduct primary source verification of credentials and track the status of all applications.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete credentialing files.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, including the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and the Joint Commission.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the credentialing database.
• Generate reports and analyze data related to credentialing activities.
• Assist with the development and implementation of credentialing policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with applicants, medical staff, and other departments.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of two years Medical Staff experience, including credentialing functions in either a hospital or managed care environment.
• Strong computer and information management skills required.
• Microsoft Word, Access, and other Medical Staff Software preferred.
• CPCS (Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist) or CPMSM (Certified Professional Medical Services Management) preferred.