VA
Health System Specialist (Credentialing and Privileging)
Veterans Health AdministrationWest Haven, CT · full time · Mid
$72,737 – $94,563
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role manages the credentialing and privileging program for a VA medical center, tracking provider qualifications and ensuring clinical evaluations meet regulatory standards. It suits someone with healthcare administration experience who can analyze compliance data and work collaboratively with medical staff leadership.
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at GS-07 level in healthcare administration or clinical management
- Knowledge of health care delivery systems, regulations, and standards
- Ability to manage and track provider data in credentialing systems
- Experience ensuring compliance with credentialing and privileging requirements
- OR: Master's degree in hospital administration, public health administration, or related field with healthcare administration coursework
- OR: Equivalent combination of education and specialized experience
Nice to have
- Experience in medical staff credentialing and clinical privileging
- Familiarity with VetPro or comparable credentialing management system
- Experience with FPPE/OPPE tracking and provider exit review process
- Ability to compile and analyze credentialing program data for compliance
- Proficiency in standard office software