KAREN LEVINS
Northfield,IL
Summary
To manage the development and implementation of continuing education programming, including quality improvement initiatives, CME enduring materials, and stand-alone educational events, ensuring compliance and excellence in all activities. Goal-driven analyst polished in managing and breaking down large volumes of information. Proactive at heading off issues in operations, workflow and production by uncovering trends affecting business success. Several years of experience in industry.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CME Analyst
Advocate Health Care
Oak Brook, IL
04.2008 - Current
- Review and disseminate accreditation updates from Joint Accreditation (JA) and AMA, ensuring compliance and informing stakeholders
- Analyze data and prepare reports using PARS, Excel, and PowerPoint to enhance CME program effectiveness
- Oversee joint provider documents and track application statuses, maintaining accurate accreditation documentation, including financial disclosures and attendance records, prior to CME activities
- Coordinate the review and audit of CME accreditation documentation, ensuring compliance with JA and AMA Physician's Recognition Award (PRA) standards
- Provide training and guidance on accreditation compliance and best practices to team members, while offering educational support to physicians and associates on CME requirements
- Deploy post-activity surveys and assist in preparing reaccreditation materials, ensuring all CME activities meet JA and AMA standards
- Manage electronic systems for CME accreditation, overseeing over 80 conferences
- Input and verify CME activity data in the ACCME PARS system for annual reporting
- Stay informed on JA Criteria and AMA PRA standards and policies to continuously enhance program quality
Interim Director, Centralized Verification Office
Resurrection Health Care
Chicago, IL
01.2006 - 02.2008
- Spearheaded the proposal and implementation of a Centralized Verification Office (CVO) for the Resurrection Health Care system
- Developed policies, procedures, and standards for the CVO
- Established a unified recredentialing cycle for all physicians within the system
- Managed all aspects of initial credentialing and recredentialing across the Resurrection Health Care system
CME Director, Medical Staff Office
Saint Francis Hospital
Evanston, IL
10.2001 - 02.2008
- Coordinated program details with internal departments and external personnel, including speaker arrangements and logistics
- Developed objectives based on needs assessments
- Managed budgets for CME programs, ensuring financial accountability
- Organized meeting logistics, including catering, supplies, vendor displays, and participant materials
- Ensured CME program compliance with Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) guidelines, the official intrastate CME accreditor in Illinois
- Supported credentialing and recredentialing processes to ensure clinical privileges were in line with licensure, training, and individual competencies
- Maintained knowledge of JCAHO standards, Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), and state/federal regulations
- Coordinated committee meetings, including the Medical Executive Committee, Bylaws Committee, Credentials Committee, and others
- Developed and managed departmental operating budgets, as well as overseeing Saint Francis Medical and Dental Staff accounts
Medical Staff Coordinator
Our Lady of the Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, IL
10.2000 - 10.2001
- Processed initial applications and reappointments for the Medical Staff, ensuring accuracy and completeness through primary source verification and timely follow-up
- Provided status updates to applicants and coordinated new staff orientations upon acceptance
- Entered and maintained accurate data in the hospital's system and prepared agendas and minutes for medical staff meetings
- Updated Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations as necessary
Credentials Coordinator
Georgetown University Hospital
Washington, DC
08.1999 - 10.2000
- Processed initial medical staff applications by conducting background investigations into education and experience
- Maintained a computerized database of physician information for credentialing and reappointment purposes
- Served as a liaison and resource for medical staff, non-medical staff, providers, and departments
- Participated in projects with regulatory and accrediting bodies, including JCAHO, NCQA, and others
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.1995
Skills
- CME Accreditation Oversight
- Joint Accreditation Standards
- AMA PRA Standards
- Efficiency Performance Assessment
- Workflow Streamlining
- Analytical Thinking
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance Analysis
Timeline
CME Analyst
Advocate Health Care
04.2008 - Current
Interim Director, Centralized Verification Office
Resurrection Health Care
01.2006 - 02.2008
CME Director, Medical Staff Office
Saint Francis Hospital
10.2001 - 02.2008
Medical Staff Coordinator
Our Lady of the Resurrection Medical Center
10.2000 - 10.2001
Credentials Coordinator
Georgetown University Hospital
08.1999 - 10.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English
Illinois State University
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