HR Onboarding & Credentialing Coordinator

Company: LHH US
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The HR Onboarding & Credentialing Coordinator supports the clinic's Human Resources and Provider Enrollment teams by ensuring all healthcare providers maintain accurate, compliant, and up to date credentials. This role is critical for maintaining regulatory compliance, ensuring provider readiness, and supporting smooth clinic operations. Ideal for someone detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in healthcare credentialing. Key Responsibilities Provider Credentialing & Enrollment Manage the full credentialing lifecycle for physicians, NPs, PAs, nurses, and allied health professionals. Prepare, collect, review, and submit all required documentation for insurance plan enrollment and revalidation. Maintain working knowledge of payer requirements (Medicare, Medicaid, commercial plans). Track application statuses, follow up on outstanding items, and ensure timely approvals. Monitor and update credentials, certifications, licenses, and CAQH profiles. Ensure timely renewals to avoid lapses impacting clinic operations. Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry accreditation standards (NCQA, TJC, CMS). Conduct audits of provider files to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance. Maintain secure, organized credentialing records in HRIS or credentialing software. HR & Administrative Support Assist with onboarding processes for clinical providers, including background checks, employment documentation, and orientation scheduling. Collaborate with HR, Operations, and Clinic Leadership to support workforce readiness. Support HR team with administrative duties including file maintenance, document tracking, and reporting. Communication & Coordination Act as the main point of contact for providers regarding credentialing requirements and timelines. Communicate professionally with payers, state boards, credentialing agencies, and internal departments. Provide regular status updates and reports to leadership. Qualifications Required 1-3 years of credentialing experience in a healthcare, clinic, or ambulatory setting. Strong knowledge of credentialing standards, CAQH, NPI, Medicare/Medicaid enrollment processes. High attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple providers and timelines. Proficient in HRIS, credentialing platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred CPCS or CPMSM certification (or willingness to obtain). Experience with provider onboarding in a clinic or multi-specialty practice. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems. Pay: $25 - $29 /hr Pay Details: $25.00 to $29.00 per hour Search managed by: Monica Kolli Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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