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Medical Staff Services Specialist (Part Time)
Location:
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
24500 Northwest Fwy, Cypress TX, 77429
24500 Northwest Fwy, Cypress TX, 77429
- Job Ref:
- 2025-78159
- Talent Area:
- Professional
- Job Shift:
- Day
- Job Type:
- Part Time
- Posted Date:
- Jan. 5, 2026
At Houston Methodist, the Medical Staff Services Specialist position provides comprehensive support to the Medical Staff and Governing Body in matters of Medical Staff self-governance. Duties for this position are varied within the department and include one or more of the following: processes applications for appointment and reappointment to the Medical Staff and Allied Health Professionals; maintains current and accurate physician and privileging information for hospital information systems to support hospital operations and appropriate patient care; interacts daily with hospital staff, management, and members of the medical staff in applicable areas of Medical Staff Services and functions, including preparation and/or distribution of Emergency Call Schedules and/or physician compensation; and performs other preparatory and documentation functions related to the medical staff's general, department and committee meetings, as applicable
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
EXPERIENCE
- Three years of experience in the Medical Staff office, Credentialing/Privileging, and/or administrative function in healthcare
- Three years of experience in word-processing and spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Word and Excel, and database management.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- CPCS - Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (NAMSS) or
- CPMSM - Certified Professional Medical Services Management (NAMSS)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, and able to prioritize multiple projects
- Knowledge of accreditation and certification regulations that relate to Medical Staff Services
- Computer literacy, including ability to utilize various software programs to complete all job tasks described in job summary. Must be proficient in word-processing, spreadsheet and presentation software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with credentialing software preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Ability to complete work within designated time frames
- Ability to offer suggestions to leadership and colleagues and implement change to enhance efficiency and organization of office operations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of practitioner files
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists with customer needs, handles resolution of complex problems/issues and notifies management of issue and resolution, such as physician onboarding and education (CME's) as related to scope of department.
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal departmental and organizational results.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Supports medical staff by performing one or more of the following functions: • Performs medical staff meeting management including logistics, scheduling, agenda, preparation/minutes and follow-up. • Manages ER call schedules as applicable. • Performs credentialing and privileging tasks such as but not limited to temporary/additional privileges, dependent allied health. • Responds to inquiries from other healthcare organizations as needed. • Performs physician compensation duties as applicable.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs analysis of applications/documents and internal audits on files.
- Performs data analysis and investigates issues within the credentialing database; manages database as necessary.
- Prepares for accreditation reviews and ongoing compliance with regulatory standards.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Adjusts work schedules to accommodate departmental/organizational needs.
- Uses resources efficiently and does not waste supplies.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in department and organizational projects and activities.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: No
- Business professional: Yes
- Other (department approved): No
- On Call* No
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston Methodist's eighth hospital, opened in the first quarter of 2025 in a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor. It incorporates the most advanced technology available, featuring innovations designed to enhance communication between patients, physicians, staff and families. The facility combines state-of-the-art technology with world-class clinicians, creating an unparalleled experience for patients, employees and physicians.
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