Job Description
The Senior Credentialing Specialist will oversee and execute all aspects of provider credentialing, re-credentialing, payor enrollment, and facility privileging. You will work closely with internal teams, hospitals, insurance payors, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless onboarding and compliance for our physician network.
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of the entire credentialing lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full credentialing and re-credentialing workflow for physicians and advanced practitioners
- Complete and track payor enrollment applications (Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payors, CAQH, PECOS, NPPES)
- Coordinate facility privileging and ensure compliance with Joint Commission, NCQA, and state-specific regulations
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date provider files, licenses, certifications, and credentialing databases
- Verify education, training, board certifications, malpractice history, and NPDB reports
- Ensure timely submission of applications and respond promptly to requests for corrections or additional information
- Monitor expirables (licenses, DEA, CDS, malpractice) and proactively manage renewals
- Collaborate with internal operations, medical staff offices, and provider relations teams
- Implement best practices to reduce turnaround times and increase credentialing efficiency
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards
Requirements & Skills
Minimum 2 years of experience in payor credentialing and facility credentialing (required)
Strong command of credentialing workflows, payor enrollment processes, and privileging protocols
Fluent, native-level English communication skills (spoken & written)
Experience with CAQH, PECOS, NPPES, Availity, and other enrollment portals
Strong understanding of NCQA, CMS, TJC standards, and regulatory requirements
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
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