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Closing Date:

09/05/2025

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.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Obtains and review current licenses, DEA certifications, liability insurance, board certifications, etc., using monthly expiration reports.

• Ensures compliance with NCQA and Joint Commission standards.

• Conducts primary source verifications of all required credentialing components (e.g., education, licensure, training), and address any discrepancies or missing information.

• Prepares and maintains credentialing files, scan documents, enter and update data in the ECHO credentialing database, and ensure accuracy and completeness of records.

• Prepares files, meeting agendas, memos, and minutes for Credentials Committee reviews. Acts as administrative liaison during those committee meetings.

• Runs scheduled reports (monthly or quarterly), analyze data, perform audit samples of credentialing files, and provide roster updates to relevant entities (e.g., Arkansas State Medical Board’s CCVS).

• Handles general office tasks such as ordering supplies, managing correspondence, assisting visitors, covering phones, and pulling files for audits.

• Manages tasks related to practitioner status: process outpatient ordering requests, affiliation terms, terminations, additional privilege applications, and ensure timely documentation.

• Ensures credentialing processes strictly follow UAMS Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, departmental procedures, and regulatory standards.

• Reviews reappointment dates and maintain compliance.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] 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