Medical Staff Coordinator

Job Title: Coordinator

Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital

Department Name: Medical Affairs

Req #: 0000245209

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Summary:

The Medical Staff Coordinator in an acute care hospital manages the administrative, credentialing, and regulatory requirements for physicians and allied health professionals. They act as a liaison between medical staff and administration, ensuring compliance with bylaws and accreditation standards. Key roles include credentialing, committee management, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required
• Experience: Experience in hospital credentialing or medical staff services is usually required.
• Skills: High level of confidentiality, strong organizational skills, proficiency in database management, and excellent verbal/written communication.

Preferred:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in business or health information management preferred.
• NAMSS certification (Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist - CPCS) is often preferred.

Essential Job Functions:

• Credentialing and Privileging: Manages the initial appointment, reappointment, and clinical privileges process for staff members, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and TJC standards.
• Committee Support: Prepares agendas, takes minutes, and provides follow-up for Medical Staff committees.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and external regulatory bodies.
• Liaison Role: Acts as a resource contact for physicians, nurses, and administration to ensure smooth operations.
• Data Management: Maintains accurate databases for physician licensure, certifications, and malpractice insurance.
• Onboarding: Facilitates the onboarding of new providers.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.