Medical Staff Affairs Credentialing & Privileging Coordinator

Welcome to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where every day we strive to provide the highest quality care for our young patients. As our Medical Staff Affairs Credentialing & Privileging Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our medical staff is highly qualified and properly credentialed to provide exceptional care. We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized professional with strong interpersonal skills to join our team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and have a background in healthcare credentialing, we encourage you to apply for this vital position.

1. Oversee the credentialing and privileging process for all medical staff at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
2. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of medical staff credentials, privileging, and other related documents.
3. Coordinate with various departments and committees to collect and review required documentation for credentialing and privileging.
4. Communicate with medical staff, department heads, and other stakeholders to facilitate the credentialing and privileging process.
5. Conduct thorough background checks and verification of medical staff education, training, licensure, and other credentials.
6. Monitor and track expiration dates of medical staff credentials, privileging, and other required documents, and ensure timely re-credentialing and re-privileging.
7. Collaborate with the Medical Staff Office and other departments to develop and implement policies and procedures related to credentialing and privileging.
8. Educate and train medical staff on credentialing and privileging requirements and processes.
9. Serve as a liaison between medical staff and external agencies, such as insurance companies and regulatory bodies, regarding credentialing and privileging matters.
10. Keep abreast of current healthcare laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to medical staff credentialing and privileging.
11. Maintain strict confidentiality of all medical staff information and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
12. Participate in audits and surveys related to medical staff credentialing and privileging.
13. Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned by the Medical Staff Affairs leadership.
14. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment with other members of the Medical Staff Affairs team.
15. Continuously seek ways to improve and streamline the credentialing and privileging process for efficiency and accuracy.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Medical Staff Affairs Credentialing & Privileging Coordinator in Philadelphia, PA, USA is between $45,000 and $65,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as years of experience, education level, and the specific employer.

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, also known by its acronym CHOP, is a children's hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its primary campus is located in the University City neighborhood of West Philadelphia on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. The hospital has 594 beds and more than one million outpatient and inpatient visits annually. It is one of the world's largest and oldest children's hospitals and the first hospital dedicated to the healthcare of children.