Credentialing Coordinator – Full Time – Hybrid – Durango, CO

Axis Health System is a private, nonprofit healthcare organization established in 1960, providing healthcare to residents of Delta, Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, Hinsdale, San Miguel, Dolores, San Juan, Montezuma, LaPlata, Archuleta. Axis Health System provides the care people need when they need it.

If you are a dedicated professional who aspires to be part of an innovative culture and is interested in mission-driven healthcare, Axis Health System is a great fit for you.

Title of Position: Credentialing Coordinator

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Range: $43,409.60 – 50,107.20 annually and considers preferred experience and preferred education described below.

Eligibility for Bonuses: No

Benefits include:

• All Paid Leave
• Public Health Emergency Leave
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Location: Corporate Office, Durango, CO

Description of Responsibilities: Under minimal supervision Credentialing Coordinator is responsible for the credentialing of all new providers and current staff with new licensure. Ensures the facility and its staff fulfill government credentialing regulations and are properly enrolled with insurance agencies. Coordinates and monitors the credentialing process maintaining current information on all Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIP) staff as well as Other Licensed or Certified (OLCP) staff with support and recommendations Monitors the insurance paneling process to assure timely processing of applications and provider approvals to allow reimbursement for services rendered to insured clients. Works closely with Supervisors to meet the needs of hospital credentialing, credentialing, and re-credentialing for applicable staff.

Supervisory responsibilities: No

Physical demands: Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods at a computer. Employee must be able to travel between AHS locations. Possible potential exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. AHS may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel required: Yes

Required Education and Experience:

• Education: High School or GED.
• Experience: One (1) year experience in credentialing or medical billing.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience: (3) Years credentialing experience.
• Certification: Certified Provider Credentials Specialist (CPCS)

• Must be knowledgeable regarding patient health information and HIPAA compliance.
• Must be organized and demonstrate the ability to follow guidelines.
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to be self-directed.
• Must demonstrate the ability to follow the organization’s confidentiality and security rules.

Required Skills:

• Ability to actively listen
• Communication
• Skilled in using computer and other electronic office devices
• Customer service
• Interpersonal skills
• Management skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Time management
• Knowledge of Medicare & Medicaid enrollment and revalidation
• Knowledge of medical credentialing and privileging procedures and standards

Additional eligibility requirements:

• Annual Flu immunization
• Annual TB screening
• COVID-19 Vaccination or Exemption
• CPI training w/in 90 days
• BLS certification w/in 90 days

How to Apply: Credentialing Coordinator - Full Time - Durango CO

Closing Date: Open until filled

For information on Axis Health System and our company culture, visit our website at: www.axishealthsystem.org

Axis Health System is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.