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Credentialing Specialist

Job in Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee, 37955, USA
Listing for: University Physicians' Association
Full Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-02-20
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Join our team and help ensure a high-quality provider network that supports exceptional patient care. We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated full-time
Credentialing Specialist to play a key role in the credentialing and recredentialing of healthcare providers within our organization.

Position Overview

The Credentialing Specialist is responsible for performing and coordinating credentialing activities in accordance with organizational policies, accrediting bodies, and state and federal regulations. This role ensures providers meet all requirements to deliver care within our network and supports ongoing quality assurance initiatives.

Schedule
  • Full-time, Monday through Friday.
  • Work hours typically fall between 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
  • Occasional evenings or weekends may be required based on workload.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We offer a comprehensive benefits package
, including:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Sick Leave
  • 401(K) with Company Match, with immediate vesting
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Life, Accidental, and Hospital Immediacy Insurance
  • And more!
Key Responsibilities
  • Process and track credentialing and recredentialing applications in a timely manner.
  • Review provider files for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Conduct primary source verification in accordance with UPA policies, federal and state regulatory agencies, and accrediting bodies such as CMS and NCQA.
  • Support and document investigations as requested by the Credentials Committee or Medical Director.
  • Prepare provider files for Credentials Committee review.
  • Collaborate closely with Provider Contracting and Provider Enrollment to ensure efficient application workflows and timely turnaround.
  • Maintain tracking of expirable items (licenses, malpractice coverage, certifications, etc.).
  • Attend monthly Credentialing Committee meetings and act on resulting decisions.
  • Maintain confidential credentialing files and electronic credentialing databases.
  • Participate in departmental meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Assist with site visits as required.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
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