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Sun River Health·Peekskill, New York
Program Assistant · $21 - $23/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted support services roles in Peekskill, New York rates. This role sits in the 7th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 36% below the Peekskill, New York median for support services roles.
The Program Assistant is responsible for managing the provider credentialing and recredentialing process, including data entry and file maintenance. They also provide general administrative support to the Credentialing Department and assist with special projects as needed.
Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is seeking a full-time Program Assistant to our team in Peekskill, NY.
Job Type: Full-Time
$21.00 - $22.82 per hour
$1,500 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible External Applicants – Terms and Conditions Apply.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Completion of new providers’ credentialing process through on-boarding.
Completion of current providers’ recredentialing process.
Maintain all Provider Files and Relevant Excel Spreadsheet on an ongoing basis.
Keep track of providers’ Training and Certificates.
Outreach and follow-up with providers regarding required documentation to maintain their credentialing and recredentialing files.
Assist in maintaining administrative files; perform general office work.
Establish and maintain good relationships with providers.
Perform all clerical duties related to the Credentialing Department Operation, including meetings, filing, and typing minutes.
Enter providers’ data into IntelliCred Software.
Perform other duties as deemed appropriate.
Assist the Director of Credentialing as needed.
Assist with special projects as needed.
Sun River Health has a rich history of providing quality, affordable health care to communities in need.
Founded in the early 1970s by four African American women in Peekskill, New York, the organization was established to address the lack of accessible health services in their community.
With the help of a small federal grant, the first Sun River Health site opened its doors in 1975.
Over the years, Sun River Health has grown into a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) system with over 50 locations, serving more than 250,000 patients across the Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island.
Our exceptional primary care practitioners, specialists and support staff are dedicated to delivering high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay.
In December 2018, Sun River Health expanded its reach by merging with Brightpoint Health, an FQHC network offering integrated medical, behavioral and social support services in New York City.
This merger allowed us to enhance our services and continue our mission under the unified name of Sun River Health.
At Sun River Health, we believe in fostering a culture of wellness, inclusivity and recognition.
Our Workforce Wellness Program promotes staff wellness through ongoing challenges and activities, encouraging participation and rewarding engagement.
We celebrate our staff's dedication and person-centered spirit through the Planetree Recognition Awards, which honor innovation, leadership and community spirit.
We are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where all team members can thrive.
Our values of respect, integrity and excellence guide our interactions with patients and colleagues alike, ensuring that everyone receives the care and support they deserve.
Be part of a proud network of care that offers high-quality health and social support services to communities in need.
Professional
Growth: We provide opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Supportive
Environment: Our culture promotes wellness, inclusivity, and recognition, ensuring a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Community
Impact: Make a difference in the lives of individuals and families by providing quality, affordable health care.
Join us at Sun River Health and be part of an award-winning network of care that has been serving our communities since 1975. We are always looking for skilled and dedicated professionals to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing quality health care to all.
Relation to Mission The mission of Sun River Health is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care and to improve the health status of our community, especially for the underserved and vulnerable.
Equal Employment Opportunity Sun River Health provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability in each aspect of the human resources function.
Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
Job Responsibilities The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Sun River Health may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Market context
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