Temporary Credentialist, University of California, Irvine, CA

Posted on January 17th, 2019

UC Irvine’s Temporary Employment Services department is accepting job applications for

Credentialist on temporary positions at the UC Irvine Campus in Irvine and the UC Irvine Medical Center in Orange.

 

 

TEMPORARY CREDENTIALIST

We are seeking applicants with experience in implementing and monitoring health service provider credentialing. The Temporary Credentialist is responsible for all aspects of the credentialing, re-credentialing and privileging processes for assigned medical practitioners who provide patient care at UC Irvine Health.
 

Essential Job Functions:

The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.

  • Administers the development, implementation and monitoring of credentialing procedures required by the Medical Staff Bylaws, state and federal laws, hospital accreditation and NCQA standards. Acts on behalf of the Medical Staff Administration Director as appropriate. Oversees daily review and spot-check of work, verifying accuracy and completeness. Provides direction for personnel, prioritizing and facilitating workflow to ensure efficient delivery of service. Serves as a resource and mentor to credentialing specialist.
  • Represents department, participates on and supports assigned committees and projects. Serves as the department representative for the Credentialing Committee including, presenting credentialing files, and providing effective resolution and follow up to identified issues. Provides department general administrative support as needed or assigned.
  • Ensures that credentials meet criteria set forth in the Medical Staff Bylaws as well as accrediting agency standards. Maintains up-to-date data for each practitioner in credentialing databases and online systems; ensure timely notification of renewal of licenses and certifications in assigned areas of responsibility. Reviews applications, prepares verification letters and maintains database. Verifies education, training, peer references, current licensure, and malpractice history through primary sources to complete credentialing and re-credentialing applications. Establishes and maintains effective filing systems.
  • Supervision: Assists in the evaluation of staff performance within the unit, functions as role model, oversees daily review and spot-check of work, verifying accuracy and completeness, provides effective training to staff as needed, serves as a resource person to resolve problems as they occur in the work unit, and oversees daily review and spot-check of work, verifying accuracy and completeness.

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, (hours may vary)
Employment subject to criminal records background check.

Some temporary assignments may require clearance of health physical or require a valid California Driver’s License for driving university vehicles.

Requirements:

  • Ability to apply sound judgment in ambiguous situations and effectively manage change
  • Ability to coordinate and resolve issues in a timely manner
  • Ability to persuade or influence people to take appropriate action
  • CPCS and/or CPMSM Certified
  • Demonstrated understanding of medical terminology
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in credentialing medical staff
  • Strong Knowledge of Joint Commission JCAHO, NCQA, and Title 22 regulations
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to plan strategically
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Working knowledge of MS Office products

Hourly rate: $28.56
 

If your skills and work experience meet minimum standards for these positions, a recruiter will call you to set up an appointment to interview.
 

TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT

  • This is a temporary employment position reporting UCI's Temporary Employment Services (TES) Department.
  • To be a viable candidate for the temporary employment program, you must be able to start employment within 1 to 2 days after temporary employment is offered.
  • Interviewing and hiring is based on internal hiring needs and how well the candidate matches the requirements, and a fit to the assignment.
  • TES is constantly seeking applicants although there may not be the immediate need to interview or hire.


Comprehensive benefits options are also available for temporary employees, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
 

To review a complete job description and apply, please follow this link: Temporary Credentialist or visit UCI's job site at http://jobs.uci.edu and search job 2019-0034.
 

About the University of California, Irvine: Founded in 1965, UCI is the youngest member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The campus has produced three Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UCI has more than 30,000 students and offers 192 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $5 billion annually to the local economy. For more on UCI, visit www.uci.edu.
 

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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