Credentialing Specialist - 100% Remote (Must Live in Greater Houston)

The Credentialing Specialist position is responsible for processing applications for appointment and reappointment to the Medical Staff of Houston Methodist hospitals per applicable accreditation, bylaws and rules and regulations standards and deadlines. Additionally, current and accurate practitioner demographic, licensure and privileging information will be maintained by this position, utilizing credentialing and other designated software and in hard copy, as required. Prepares correspondence to practitioners, delegated entities and others. Handles resolution of complex problems and issues and notifies management of issue and resolution. Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Receives, data enters and organizes applications for appointment and reappointment. Performs primary source and other verifications necessary for completion of applications for appointment and reappointment. Gathers and compiles all other necessary documentation, including case logs or quality data, for application completion. Generates reports and checklists for the organization, tracking, auditing and communication of work in process or completed. Ensures all credentialing deadlines are met. Investigates, clarifies and communicates discrepancies, sanctions, complaints, adverse data, etc., as per department policies. Ensures data entry, verifications and final applications are accurate and complete in the credentialing database. Updates database on an ongoing basis as necessary.