MEDICAL STAFF SPECIALIST I - HYBRID WORK MODEL at owensboroworkdaytest – Owensboro, Kentucky

MEDICAL STAFF SPECIALIST I - HYBRID WORK MODEL

Job Summary
Responsible for credentialing, privileging, and re-credentialing of practitioners for Owensboro Health Regional Hospital (OHRH) and Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital (OHMCH). Job Responsibilities

• Conducts, participates, and maintains credentialing, re-credentialing, and/or privileging.
• Compiles, evaluates, and presents the practitioner-specific data collected for review by one or more decision-making bodies (department chief, Credentials Committee, Medical Executive Committee, and Board of Directors).
• Conducts, participates, and maintains primary source verification and data repositories.
• Recognizes, investigates, and validates discrepancies and adverse information obtained from the application, primary source verification, and other sources.
• Evaluates credentialing/privileging requests including evidence of education, training, and experience to determine eligibility for requested privileges and membership.
• Complies with accreditation and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures; participates in an ongoing assessment of governing documents (bylaws, rules, and regulations) to ensure continuous compliance.
• Coordinates on-boarding processes (orientation and training activities) to assist practitioners/providers and to meet education requirements.
• Serves as a facilitator for medical staff department chiefs and committee chairs to ensure that duties assigned are fulfilled as described in Medical Staff By-Laws.
• Attends department and committee meetings; takes minutes, participates in meetings, and composes follow-up correspondence on behalf of medical staff leaders.
• Assists in the preparation and posting of all specialty call rosters.
• Ensures the daily maintenance of the house-wide electronic staff call roster.
• Assists with the pay-for-call program.
• Utilizes established systems and formats to facilitate meetings and communication among medical staff departments and committees.
• Collaborates with senior staff on complex issues arising in data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Healthcare Administration required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• No experience required
• No licensure/certification/registration required

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under direct supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and team building skills.
• Learning and applies knowledge at a basic level relying heavily on senior staff for troubleshooting.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Frequently
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Never
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never
• Climbing: Rarely
• Bending/Stooping: Rarely
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Occasionally
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Never
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.