CREDENTIALING SPECIALIST

About Us At Cooper University Health Care , our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey. Short Description The Credentialing Specialist is responsible for the entire initial credentialing and privileging process and reappointment process for all new medical staff and allied health professional applicants to ensure the highest quality patient care at Cooper University Health Care.

The position collaborates with the Director Medical Staff Services to ensure compliance with the Medical Staff Bylaws, Joint Commission Standards, and other regulatory requirements.

Resourcefulness, good judgment, self-sufficiency, and good organizational skills are required to prioritize and accomplish tasks.

Experience Required Minimum of 3 years’ experience in medical staff services with duties that involved medical staff and allied health credentialing.

Managed Care Or Other Healthcare Environment Preferred. Excellent computer skills especially Microsoft products (Word, Excel); data entry accuracy critical. Excellent/professional communication skills.

Strong time management, customer service, organization and analytical skills.

Education Requirements Associate degree or equivalent experience bachelor’s degree preferred.

License/Certification Requirements Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) or Certified Professional Medical Staff Management (CPMSM) by the National Association of Medical Staff Services (NAMSS) preferred.