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Credentialist II - Medical Staff - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week, 8:00a-4:30p, Mon-Fri)

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

University Health 4 (UH4)

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Medical Staff Corporate

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

Credentialist II

Ensure Credentialing Excellence. Support Medical Staff Integrity. Protect the Standards of Patient Care.

University Health is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Credentialist II to support the integrity and effectiveness of Medical Staff Services. Working under the direction of the Director of Medical Staff Services, this position is responsible for coordinating all phases of the medical staff credentialing process, ensuring thorough documentation, accuracy, and compliance with established requirements.

The Credentialist II plays an essential role in supporting physician credentialing and privileging activities, maintaining accurate records, and providing administrative support to Medical Staff committees and meetings. This opportunity is ideal for a professional who understands the importance of credentialing diligence, exercises sound independent judgment, and excels in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and carry out all phases of the Medical Staff credentialing process, ensuring applications and supporting documentation are thoroughly reviewed and processed.
• Conduct detailed credentialing activities and due diligence to support verification of physician qualifications, credentials, and professional information.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and organized credentialing files and records in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative and operational support to Medical Staff committees, including preparing meeting materials and maintaining documentation.
• Record, prepare, and maintain minutes for Medical Staff meetings as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, healthcare professionals, department leadership, peers, and other internal and external customers.
• Manage multiple credentialing assignments, committee responsibilities, and competing priorities while meeting established deadlines.
• Exercise independent judgment and attention to detail when reviewing credentialing information, identifying discrepancies, and determining appropriate next steps.
• Support the overall effectiveness and integrity of Medical Staff Services through accuracy, responsiveness, and professional service.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in medical staff credentialing or a related field, such as:Three years of managed care credentialing experience; orThree years of experience in an academic medical center working with physicians and administrative matters.
• Strong computer skills and demonstrated competency with electronic systems and administrative applications.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work constructively and professionally with physicians, healthcare professionals, colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare meeting minutes, manage multiple assignments, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Sound judgment and the ability to independently perform detailed credentialing reviews and due diligence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Medical Staff credentialing experience in a medical center setting, working directly with physicians and supporting related administrative functions.

Why This Role Matters

Medical Staff credentialing is fundamental to ensuring that physicians and other practitioners meet the qualifications and standards required to provide care. As a Credentialist II, your attention to detail, professional judgment, and commitment to accuracy will help maintain the integrity of the credentialing process and support the physicians who serve our patients.

Bring your credentialing expertise to University Health and become an important part of the team supporting medical staff excellence, compliance, and quality patient care.