Medical Staff Services Specialist - Full Time Days

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

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• N/A

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• CPCS - Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (NAMSS) OR
• CPMSM - Certified Professional Medical Services Management (NAMSS)

KNOWLEDGE, 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

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs No
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) 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.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake provides a broad spectrum of adult, pediatric, medical and surgical care. It is an accredited chest pain center and acute stroke-ready designated through DNV. Houston Methodist Clear Lake offers advanced inpatient and outpatient services, including state-of-the-art imaging; childbirth center with a level II neonatal intensive care unit; minimally invasive surgery; cancer center; neurology and spine care; heart and vascular care; bariatric and digestive care; emergency care; primary care; rehabilitation services; and comprehensive orthopedics and sports medicine.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.