Credentialing Coordinator

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Closing Date:

08/31/2026

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Fiscal Affairs

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | CORE Medical Staffing Organization

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Credentialing Coordinator supports the Professional Staff Office functions, including: primary source verifications of expirables, outpatient ordering provider processing, practitioner status requests and terminations of credentialed and managed care practitioners; Credentials Committee agenda support; credentialing file maintenance; scanning of practitioner files; project management tasks; administrative functions related to the Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and Departmental Policies and Procedures; and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree OR High School Diploma/GED + 4 years of general administrative experience. Experience in medical staff services, credentialing office, physician’s office practice, hospital admissions, medical records, or other health care related fields is preferred.

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

• Coordinate the credentialing and re-credentialing process for physicians, advanced practice providers, and other clinical practitioners.
• Collect, verify, and maintain provider credentials, including licenses, certifications, education, training, work history, and professional references.
• Process initial appointments, reappointments, privileging, and credentialing applications in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct primary-source verification of licenses, certifications, DEA registrations, malpractice coverage, education, training, and other required credentials.
• Prepare credentialing files and applications for review by medical staff leadership, credentialing committees, and governing bodies.
• Monitor expiration dates and ensure timely renewal of licenses, certifications, registrations, and other provider credentials.
• Maintain accurate and confidential provider credentialing records in electronic databases and credentialing systems.
• Communicate with providers, medical staff offices, licensing boards, hospitals, insurance companies, and other external organizations to obtain required documentation.
• Identify incomplete or discrepant information and follow up with providers and appropriate departments for resolution.
• Assist with provider privileging by ensuring requested clinical privileges are supported by appropriate education, training, experience, and documentation.
• Track credentialing applications and provide status updates to providers and leadership.
• Ensure credentialing activities comply with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Assist with audits and surveys by preparing credentialing documentation and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive provider and organizational information.
• Collaborate with Medical Staff Services, Human Resources, Provider Enrollment, Compliance, Legal, and clinical departments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Frequently

Walk: Occasionally

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level : Moderate

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Standing

Benefits Eligible:

No