Credentialing Specialist

Column Technical Services is seeking a detail-oriented Credentialing Specialist, ideally with experience in hospital credentialing, to support MSO coordinators within a dynamic team at one of New York City's most esteemed healthcare organizations. Join us to explore this exciting opportunity!

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring candidates to reside in New York, NY, or New Jersey, with an expectation to be on-site once a month.

• Must have health care / physician provider credentialing experience*

Key Responsibilities : -Perform data entry and review of credentialing files; upload files to the database, ensuring completeness and accuracy.-Compile and maintain up-to-date and accurate data for all providers.-Handle provider credentialing, applications, and reappointments; monitor and follow up on applications as necessary.-Maintain copies of current state licenses, DEA certificates, malpractice coverage, and other required credentialing documents for all providers.-Ensure credentialing processes comply with NCQA standards.-Verify data accuracy and validity through thorough review and evaluation.-Understand the requirements and processes for maintaining, updating, and activating healthcare providers' licenses.-Navigate web-based software applications, upload / download files, access shared drives, use Outlook and Microsoft applications, and participate in Webex, Zoom and other virtual applications.-Update portfolios by uploading PDF files into the credentialing software.-Create Excel spreadsheets for data organization and reporting.-Initially shadow a current analyst to learn job processes and procedures.-Work independently with a positive, professional demeanor to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.

Required Skills :

• Preferred : Minimum of 3+ years of experience in hospital credentialing.-Strong verbal, written, and customer service communication skills.-Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail for reviewing and analyzing complex documents.-Must be a proactive team player, tech-savvy, capable of working independently, and self-motivated.-Proficient in Excel, MS Outlook, Internet research, shared drives, and PDF file formatting / uploading, and capable of navigating with virtual meetings software.-Experience with credentialing software.-Familiarity with CVs, PDF images, and license verification documents.-Completed vaccination required upon hire.