Job Abstract

A busy healthcare organization is looking to hire a Credentialing Clerk to support their corporate office in Sacramento. This is an onsite contract to hire opportunity with a progressive organization who specializes in connecting people with support resources and access to healthcare. The Credentialing Clerk maintains information in provider credentialing files, develops, and distributes reports as needed and provides administrative support to the Credential and Contracts staff. Pay: $18-$20/hour DOE.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain database of provider credentials.

• Processes new applications including inputting new applicant’s basic information into the system.

• Generates re-application reports and corresponds with affiliates to initiate the re-application process.

• Update provider information, verifications, and other forms.

• Records and tracks responses from primary sources.

• Assembles application packets.

• Reviews received primary source verification and follows up as necessary.

• Assists with monthly reporting.

• Makes outbound calls, perform basic research and data compilation, and/or various assistance with projects as needed.

• Performs credentials verifications as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required. A college degree in a related field is preferred.

• 2+ years’ experience with medical administration.

• Experience with verifying credentials and processing new applications preferred.

• High volume data entry experience required.

• Experience with Medi-Cal preferred.

• Strong attention to detail, focused and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.