Credentialing Program Assistant

Quick Facts

• Role: Credentialing Program Assistant (Medical Staff Office / Credentialing & Privileging)

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30AM to 4:00PM

Description

The Credentialing Program Assistant supports the C&P program by conducting analytical reviews, managing and tracking credentialing data, and advising VAMC leadership on credentialing processes. The role serves as a first-line reviewer of FPPE and OPPE forms and plans, ensuring evaluations are thorough and appropriate to measure licensed independent practitioner competence. The assistant extracts, analyzes, audits, and reports information using a range of databases and tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership, healthcare providers, and administrative teams to manage FPPE/OPPE for the C&P program
• Review FPPE/OPPE forms, plans, and processes for completeness and alignment with credentialing standards
• Analyze clinical evaluation plans to ensure they measure and document LIP competence
• Perform analytical assessments, manage data collection, and produce reporting outcomes
• Extract and analyze large datasets from multiple formats using tools such as Access, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Implement tracking and monitoring systems for Credentials Committee actions and related reporting/correspondence
• Conduct audits of time-limited credentials, credentialing folders, exit review monitoring, privileging documents, and training/telehealth monitoring systems
• Ensure revisions are followed and documented with internal and external medical professionals
• Support forecasting and recommendations using healthcare industry studies; participate in multi-functional teams

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Complete application package (resume, transcripts, etc.)
• Ability to complete online onboarding and provide acceptable identification for pre-employment requirements
• Selective Service registration required for eligible males born after 12/31/1959
• GS-06: one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05, including knowledge of relevant laws/regulations/policies, accreditation standards, VHA/VetPro/local C&P policies, credentialing and privileging principles, medical terminology and core privileges/procedures, VetPro data integrity and required security/privacy training, and the ability to communicate complex technical information

Benefits

Comprehensive federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on the position type).