Licensing Specialist I

This Position is 100% Remote

Licensing Specialist I

Position Summary

The Licensing Specialist is responsible for the completion of all state licensure applications for all employed TeleSpecialists physicians and submitting them to the state medical boards. The Licensing Specialists ensures all providers information is complete and accurate and all Expirable documents are maintained and current within MD Staff. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete the license application and enrollment of employed tele-medicine physician licenses across all states
• Assist with the on-boarding process (internally/externally) to include: Obtaining state licenses within established timelines.
• Ensure physician expirables are renewed timely in support of the state guidelines for compliance
• Ensure departmental guidelines support all contracted hospital privileges and procedures
• Identify and analyze the physician information received to ensure accuracy
• Assist in the credentialing process by entering/logging/scanning information into credentialing system for initial, updated, and maintenance processes
• Track the licensure application process in order to promote compliance, process enhancement, and efficiency
• Maintains copies of current state licenses, DEA certificates, malpractice coverage and any other required licensing documents for all providers 
• Makes leadership aware of any potential derogatory issues identified during the licensing process and works in collaboration with practitioner to document/resolve the issue
• Other duties as assigned
• Reads and abides by the company’s code of conduct, ethics statements, employee handbook(s), policies and procedures and other mandates, including participation in mandatory training programs

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to interact with internal and external customers
• Demonstrates ability to lead, manage and motivate teams.
• Flexible and adaptable with learning and understanding technology
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented with ability to demonstrate command of details and to articulate those details at a higher level.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Highly self-motivated, directed and proactive
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Able to communicate effectively within department and with members of interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Physician licensing experience required-1 year of direct experience submitting licensing applications to the State Medical Boards for physicians
• Credentialing experience preferred
• MD Staff Experience preferred
• Experience with Credentialing Accreditation by Joint Commission or National Committee for Quality Assurance preferred

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Credentialing Software

Certificates and Licenses:

• Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) through National Association of Medical Staff Services a plus