Total Rewards "Your life - our Mission" OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF. Expected pay for this position is $23.35 - $27.48/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position. Overview This job is located in Rockford,IL M-F Business Hours It can start anywhere from 7am to 8:30 am. POSITION SUMMARY: The Credentialing Specialist is responsible for the credentialing and re-credentialing process for OSF HealthCare hospitals and the Direct Access Network. This position facilitates all aspects of credentialing, including appointment, reappointment, changes in privileges, changes in categories, and resignations. The Credentialing Specialist collaborates with Medical Staff Offices, OSF leadership, and recruitment to meet requested start dates. Ensures compliance with accrediting and regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) with regard to credentialing and maintaining working knowledge of the statutes and laws. Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School/GED Experience: One year experience healthcare or related experience Other skills/knowledge: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Strong critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills Must be able to multi task and prioritize tasks and responsibilities PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associates with 1 year experience of clerical in a healthcare setting Experience: Prior credentialing such as Medical Staff Office, CVO, physician practice, or insurance/provider enrollment environment License/Certification: NAMSS certification as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) Or Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) Other skills/knowledge: Working knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, or NCQA standards Working knowledge of credentialing software OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.