Credentialing Assistant - MI-Detroit

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JOIN OUR TEAM

 QUALITY CARE DELIVERED BY COMPASSIONATE PEOPLE

We know it takes a special person to work in healthcare, and we are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment. We deliver the resources, tools and support our employees need to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible — so we can create happier, healthier communities. 

COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At Tenet, we believe in a diverse and inclusive environment, one that is grounded in our dedication to the health and well-being of all people. Respecting, nurturing and encouraging diversity of thought, background and experience contribute to positive work environments that result in exceptional patient care. We embrace diversity because it's our culture, and because it's the right thing to do.

Minimum Qualifications
1.    High school diploma or equivalent.

2.    Six to twelve months clerical work experience.  Experience in a medical affairs or credentialing office preferred.

Skills Required
1.    Interpersonal skills and written communication skills necessary to positively represent the department in greeting visitors, patients and personnel, answering telephone inquiries, etc.

2.    Ability to perform a variety of clerical duties, including basic typing skills to data enter information and complete correspondence and forms.

3.    Ability to operate automated office equipment such as fax machine, copier, personal computer, etc.

4.    General knowledge of customer service principles and practices.

Facility Description

The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is a nationally recognized health care system that serves patients and families throughout Michigan and beyond. A premier healthcare resource, our mission is to help people live happier, healthier lives. The hospitals of the Detroit Medical Center are the Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit Receiving Hospital, Harper University Hospital, Hutzel Women's Hospital, the DMC Heart Hospital, Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, the Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan and Sinai-Grace Hospital.

DMC's 150-year legacy of medical excellence and service provides patients and families world-class care in cardiovascular health, women's services, neurosciences, stroke treatment, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, organ transplant and other general and specialty services. DMC is a key partner in Detroit's resurgence, which continues to draw national and 8 international attention. A dedicated corporate citizen with strong community ties, DMC is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Southeast Michigan. 

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. 

Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Detroit Medical Center Shared Services is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

•    Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• k) retirement savings plan with employer match

•    Generous paid time off (PTO)

•    Career development and continuing education opportunities

•    Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts

•    Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program

•    Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note\: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under close supervision and in accordance with established policies and procedures, supports the credentialing verification efforts of the Credentialing Verification Office (CVO) by serving as the department receptionist and performing various clerical and data entry tasks.  Greets visitors and personnel upon arrival; ascertains needs of visitor and directs visitors to correct areas as appropriate.  May provide limited factual information regarding department procedures.  

Answers the CVO general telephone line, screen and directs calls, and takes and relays messages.  Data enters a variety of information from various source documents into the computer system to create, maintain and/or update department records or files.  Verifies data entry activities; resolves discrepancies with source documents by contacting document originators; enters corrections into the system.  

Accesses the system to retrieve stored information.  Scans and appends electronic attachments to the appropriate electronic file.  Processes incoming and outgoing mail, according to departmental procedures.  Photocopies and files documents.  Makes recommendations to department leadership, as appropriate, on data entry procedures to increase the efficiency of operations within the defined area of responsibility.  May perform other duties as assigned.