RN - Clinical Development Specialist - Provider Learning

$73,945 - $120,165 / year

Position Overview

Pay range: $73,945 - $120,165 / year

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

The Clinical Development Specialist (CDS) manages the onboarding and education process for new healthcare providers, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization. This role works closely with the Medical-Dental Staff Office (MDSO) and Provider Onboarding to coordinate credentialing timelines, training requirements, and system access. The CDS also supports annual training compliance and ongoing education for all providers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinate the end-to-end onboarding process for new providers, in collaboration with the Medical-Dental Staff Office (MDSO) and Provider Onboarding, to align credentialing and training timelines.
Develop, deliver, and maintain onboarding and educational materials, including orientation sessions, clinical systems training, compliance content, and annual training modules.
Assist with scheduling and tracking annual training requirements for all providers to ensure timely completion and regulatory compliance.
Serve as the primary education and training point of contact for new providers, addressing questions and troubleshooting access or training-related issues.
Work in partnership with MDSO, HR, IT, Compliance, and clinical departments to streamline onboarding and ensure all documentation, access, and education are completed prior to start dates.
Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) to assign, monitor, and report on provider training progress and completion.
Track and maintain records of provider onboarding milestones and education compliance, escalating issues as needed.
Identify opportunities for process improvement in provider onboarding, education, and compliance workflows.
Support provider engagement initiatives by sharing relevant education resources and facilitating ongoing learning opportunities.
Stay informed on relevant policies, accrediting body requirements, and industry best practices related to provider onboarding and education.
Participate in committees or workgroups related to provider engagement, education, and credentialing.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Education, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience. Experience working in provider onboarding, medical staff coordination, or education within a healthcare organization. Familiarity with credentialing processes and collaboration with a Medical-Dental Staff Office (or similar) strongly preferred.

Current Alabama RN license required. Current BLS/CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.

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