Specialist, Specialty Compliance And Ethics

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Specialist, Specialty Compliance and Ethics The (USA) Specialist, Specialty Compliance and Ethics is a key member of the Specialty Compliance & Ethics team, responsible for ensuring that all associates in regulated roles—such as pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, and vision center associates—meet credentialing requirements. This role involves managing high volumes of credentialing exceptions, conducting investigations into adverse findings, and maintaining accurate credential data across internal systems and vendor platforms.The specialist exercises independent judgment in resolving complex cases, collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders, and plays a vital role in mitigating regulatory and reputational risk. Their work directly supports patient safety, legal compliance, and operational continuity across healthcare services. About the team: The Credentialing Team is a specialized group within the Specialty Compliance & Ethics function, dedicated to ensuring that only qualified and compliant associates are employed in regulated healthcare roles across pharmacy and vision center operations. The team manages the end-to-end credentialing lifecycle, including exception handling, adverse findings investigations, and credential data maintenance. Operating in a high-volume, high-risk environment, the team applies deep regulatory knowledge, investigative rigor, and independent judgment to resolve complex credentialing issues. Their work directly supports patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational continuity.The team collaborates closely with third-party vendors, internal compliance partners, and operational leaders to proactively mitigate risk and resolve credentialing escalations. Their contributions are critical to maintaining the integrity of healthcare services and upholding the organization’s commitment to excellence and accountability. Location: This position will be fully onsite in Bentonville, ARYou will make an impact by...

• Reviewing and resolving credentialing exceptions flagged by third-party vendors.
• Manually validating credentials using state boards, certification bodies (e.g., PTCB, NHA), and internal systems.
• Investigating adverse findings such as disciplinary actions.
• Compiling and presenting detailed case reports to the Credentialing Committee for review.
• Maintaining accurate and current credential records to support scheduling systems.
• Coordinating credential updates with vendors and internal partners to prevent compliance gaps.
• Monitoring credentialing timelines to ensure associates remain eligible for regulated roles.
• Collaborating with compliance, legal, and operational teams to resolve escalations.
• Applying independent judgment in resolving complex credentialing and investigation cases.
• Contributing to risk mitigation efforts by preventing uncredentialed associates from working in regulated environments.

You’ll sweep us off our feet if...

• You have knowledge of state-specific credentialing regulations and healthcare compliance standards
• You have experience working with credentialing systems, state licensing boards, and certification bodies (e.g., PTCB, NHA)
• You have strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to assess complex cases independently
• You have high attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement
• You can successfully manage high volumes of work while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
• You have sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information
• You are proficient in navigating internal systems and external databases
• You contain a proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement
• You have prior experience in healthcare credentialing, compliance, or licensing preferred

We are looking for someone who is...

• Detail-oriented and highly organized – The work involves reviewing high volumes of credentialing data, disclosures, and licensure documentation, so accuracy and consistency are critical.
• Process-minded with strong judgment – We need someone who can follow established protocols but also recognize when something needs to be escalated or investigated further.
• Comfortable with systems – Experience with Workday, MedPass, and credentialing platforms (like Verisys) is a plus, but more importantly, they should be quick to learn and navigate digital tools.
• Collaborative and communicative – This person will interact with hiring managers, compliance partners, and external vendors, so clear, professional communication is key.
• Ethically grounded – Given the nature of our work, integrity and discretion are non-negotiable.

Minimum Qualifications: 0 -1 years of experience in MS Office Suite The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.Benefits & Perks:Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more. Equal Opportunity EmployerWalmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing belonging styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people. Who We AreJoin Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in belonging, sustainability, and community involvement.  From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and join a team of talented and motivated professionals, apply now!At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The hourly wage range for this position is $23.00 - $45.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

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2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.