Coordinator Credentialing Senior - Business Office
Company: Christus Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: The Coordinator Credentialing Senior serves
as the first line of defense through the functions of providing for
adequate and qualified staff. Under supervision of leadership, the
Coordinator Credentialing Senior is responsible for the department.
Duties include ensuring compliance with regulatory and accrediting
agencies, interpreting standards, and identifying, recommending and
implementing changes. This position serves as the liaison between
administration and staff on matters such as medical staff
credentialing. This includes, but is not limited to, verification
of education and training, certification and clinical practice
credentials. The Coordinator Credentialing Senior demonstrates
leadership through the role of advisor to staff and administration
in understanding and applying standards. This position is
responsible for developing and maintaining all aspects of the
credentialing function. Incumbent will demonstrate broad knowledge
of the business and leadership ability to warrant role model status
to others with relevant roles within the organization. The
Coordinator Credentialing Senior is able to advise the medical
staff leadership on matters of priority in an expeditious manner
and can instruct them in the responsibilities of their positions
with respect to credentialing and help bring them up to date on
current issues involving regulatory agencies, clinical privileges,
or standards of care. Must demonstrate sufficient empowerment
skills to successfully assume and maintain at least one major
project as assigned by administration. Assigned projects are
strategic in nature and long term in responsibilities. The
Credentialing Coordinator Senior should demonstrate strong
organizational skills and assertiveness in problem solving.
Responsibilities: Responsible for all aspects of credentialing
Serves as role model and mentor to others in interfacing relevant
roles Preceptor to others in duties related to credentialing Cross
trains other staff for major job responsibilities as appropriate
for optimum functioning Serves as liaison between staff and
administration Oversees credentialing activities Precepts and
mentors designated staff personnel Coordinates staff with
regulators May facilitate staff meetings May be responsible for the
preparation of meetings, including production of agenda, documents
for review and for personal review and preparation of staff in
advance, as needed to facilitate informed participation. May be
responsible for accurate and timely recording of meeting minutes.
Assists staff in enforcing bylaws, rules and regulations, policies
and procedures, and identifies /communicates the need for revisions
and additions. Tracks current licensure required for staff. May
record and track meeting attendance as required by staff bylaws for
maintaining staff status. May provide support for staff and
administration for Due Process Proceedings by attending hearings
and appeals meetings and recording proceedings. Tracks
monitoring/proctoring documentation necessary for the granting of
special or new privileges to staff. Updates the database for the
credentials, and keeps computer system current. May help coordinate
staff functions Follows the CHRISTUS Guidelines related to the
Health Insurance Portability and Protected Health Information ACT
(HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of
Protected Health Information (PHI). Collaborate with all other
departments as appropriate and required to facilitate the
completion of tasks/goals. Responsible for all aspects of
compliance with the standards of credentialing and accrediting
bodies. Communication, Coordination, Collaboration with all
customers, internal and external Responsible for at least one major
project that contributes to the strategic initiatives of the
department. Serves as Liaison to staff in matters of credentialing
and related issues. Manages projects and timelines to achieve
highest quality work within allotted period. Requirements:
Education/Skills High School Diploma required Experience 3 Years
Related Experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or
Certifications Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS)
or Certified Medical Staff Coordinator (CMSC) preferred Work
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time
Keywords: Christus Health, San Marcos , Coordinator Credentialing Senior - Business Office, Healthcare , San Antonio, Texas
