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Job Description Summary

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a  Credentialing Coordinator.

As a Credentialing Coordinator you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and compliant operation of the medical staff services department.  This position involves aiding with the credentialing and privileging process for all medical staff, advanced practice practitioners, and allied health professionals for multiple MercyOne hospitals, maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards, and fostering positive relationships between the medical staff, hospital administration, and health system credentials verification organization.

Coordinates medical staff services functions for an assigned group of MercyOne hospitals and affiliated critical access hospitals. Ensures credentialing and privileging compliance with all relevant regulations, including medical staff bylaws, Joint Commission, NCQA, CMS, and state and federal regulations. Maintains the credentialing database with accurate and current provider information. Collects appropriate privileging documentation for the requested privileges. Facilitates and documents any required education for the requested privileges, such as sedation testing. Prepares files and routes them to the appropriate clinical leaders for credentials review and approval. Provides administrative support and guidance to medical staff leadership, committees, and departments. Maintains a collaborative relationship with the health system credentials verification organization (CVO).

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• Minimum of 1 year in a medical staff services or credentialing role. 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required, Associate’s degree preferred. 

• Certification:    Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) or Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.