Credentialing Specialist
Location: San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Corporate
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
As a Credentialing Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting healthcare professionals and ensuring compliance with credentialing standards for candidates working with government agencies, including the Department of Defense (DoD). This full-time position offers you the opportunity to directly impact the quality of care provided to service members, veterans, and their families. The Credentialing Specialist is responsible for managing the entire credentialing and privileging process, acting as the primary point of contact for both candidates and clients. Your work will uphold critical compliance, documentation, and regulatory standards, contributing to the readiness and effectiveness of healthcare teams serving the nation.
Decypher, a leader in healthcare staffing and management solutions, partners with government agencies to deliver comprehensive services. As a Credentialing Specialist, you will join a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting the health and readiness of America's service members and their families. You will work within a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values precision, analytical ability, and strong interpersonal skills. The role offers a dynamic and flexible hybrid/remote work arrangement, with the satisfaction of knowing your expertise makes a meaningful difference every day.
The Credentialing Specialist position requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Your responsibilities will include verifying candidate credentials, coordinating with DoD sites, maintaining critical timelines, and ensuring all aspects of the credentialing and privileging process are completed accurately and efficiently. You will also be responsible for upholding regulatory compliance, supporting candidates throughout the onboarding process, and maintaining essential documentation in accordance with Joint Commission and company standards.
If you have experience with government contracting credentialing, possess excellent analytical and interpersonal skills, and are committed to ensuring the highest standards in healthcare staffing, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career. Apply now to join a team that values your expertise and dedication.
Credentialing Specialist - Summary- Manages the end-to-end credentialing and privileging process for candidates and clients, primarily within government healthcare contracting environments.
- Serves as the main liaison for candidates and clients, ensuring timely and compliant onboarding.
- Supports the mission of delivering quality care to service members, veterans, and their families.
- Works within a hybrid/remote environment, offering flexibility to meet candidate and client needs.
- Oversee the full-cycle credentialing and privileging process for DoD healthcare candidates.
- Maintain, monitor, and manage critical timelines for credentialing and onboarding activities.
- Conduct second interviews with privileged providers to review privilege processes and requirements.
- Present candidates for personal service contract approval and coordinate interviews between DoD sites and applicants.
- Collect and verify credentials, education records, licenses, and certifications through primary source verification.
- Complete employment verification and reference checks as part of the credentialing process.
- Assemble and process security packages, including gathering identification documents, coordinating fingerprint appointments, and managing eQIP submissions.
- Review and compile occupational health records, ensuring all outstanding requirements are met.
- Complete DoD employment verification forms as required.
- Support and engage candidates throughout the credentialing and privileging process, ensuring a positive experience.
- Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards and manage MQS worksheets for the corporate office.
- Track key dates and delays to assist with company performance metrics.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards for a Credentialing Specialist position.
- Flexible hybrid/remote work schedule to accommodate work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work with a mission-driven organization supporting national defense healthcare initiatives.
- Potential for professional development and career advancement within a growing healthcare management company.
- Demonstrated experience in government contracting credentialing is required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills essential for liaising with clients and candidates.
- Respect for privacy and strict adherence to confidentiality regarding sensitive personal information.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical ability for managing complex credentialing data.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
- U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
- Ability to lift up to 20-25 pounds independently and sit for extended periods in an office setting.
- Previous experience in credentialing within a government contracting or healthcare setting.
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and organized with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent communicator, able to build positive relationships with candidates and clients alike.
- Team player who thrives in a dynamic, mission-focused work environment.
- Committed to supporting high standards of care for service members, veterans, and their families.
- This Credentialing Specialist position offers the flexibility of hybrid/remote work and supports candidates and clients across multiple states.
- Work hours are flexible to meet the needs of candidates and clients, with a focus on timely and efficient credentialing processes.
- Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V).
- To take the next step in your career as a Credentialing Specialist, click the job application button and apply today.