The University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Medicine is seeking a Nurse Coordinator to work in the Department of Neurology, Clinical Center for Adults with Neuro-Developmental Disorders (CCAND) . The Department of Neurology provides evaluation, treatment, and care for patients suffering from a wide range of neurological disorders including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and migraine. We provide care through our inpatient and consultative services, our designated Comprehensive Stroke Center, our Level 4 Epilepsy Center, our 22-bed Neuro-Critical Care Unit, and our busy outpatient practice. The Department also provides state-of-the-art rehabilitation services. A number of departmental faculty received grant funding from the National Institutes of Health and the Veteran's Administration to study the role of genetics in stroke, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease, new brain imaging modalities in multiple sclerosis, biomarkers in multiple sclerosis, and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and intellectual disability. Many faculty are lead investigators in clinical trials to identify new therapeutic approaches for a broad range of neurological disorders .

The Nurse Coordinator will be involved in the daily coordination of the CCAND assisting the MD and NPs with various patient-care related administrative tasks. The Nurse Coordinator will independently handle pre authorizations for the CCAND patients, manage lab requests and respond to patient calls, respond to portal messages and assist with RX refill. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential for success in this role, as the candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for patients. Additionally, proficiency in computer skills is highly desired to facilitate the upkeep of a comprehensive database for patient data outcomes.

Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. This position is required to be vaccinated against COVID−19 . For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the COVID-19 website .

Benefits: Exempt Regular

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland .

Essential Functions:

Responsible ongoing coordination of patient care-related administrative responsibilities for CCAND clinic patients, including but not limited to:

• Responding to patient phone calls in a timely manner
• Managing and responding to patient portal messages
• Reviewing, processing, prescription refill requests to pharmacies
• Managing pre-authorization requests, including follow-up and ensuring completion

The University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Medicine is seeking a Nurse Coordinator to work in the Department of Neurology, Clinical Center for Adults with Neuro-Developmental Disorders (CCAND) . The Department of Neurology provides evaluation, treatment, and care for patients suffering from a wide range of neurological disorders including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and migraine. We provide care through our inpatient and consultative services, our designated Comprehensive Stroke Center, our Level 4 Epilepsy Center, our 22-bed Neuro-Critical Care Unit, and our busy outpatient practice. The Department also provides state-of-the-art rehabilitation services. A number of departmental faculty received grant funding from the National Institutes of Health and the Veteran's Administration to study the role of genetics in stroke, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease, new brain imaging modalities in multiple sclerosis, biomarkers in multiple sclerosis, and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and intellectual disability. Many faculty are lead investigators in clinical trials to identify new therapeutic approaches for a broad range of neurological disorders .

The Nurse Coordinator will be involved in the daily coordination of the CCAND assisting the MD and NPs with various patient-care related administrative tasks. The Nurse Coordinator will independently handle pre authorizations for the CCAND patients, manage lab requests and respond to patient calls, respond to portal messages and assist with RX refill. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential for success in this role, as the candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for patients. Additionally, proficiency in computer skills is highly desired to facilitate the upkeep of a comprehensive database for patient data outcomes.

Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. This position is required to be vaccinated against COVID−19 . For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the COVID-19 website .

Benefits: Exempt Regular

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland .

Essential Functions:

Responsible ongoing coordination of patient care-related administrative responsibilities for CCAND clinic patients, including but not limited to:

• Responding to patient phone calls in a timely manner
• Managing and responding to patient portal messages
• Reviewing, processing, prescription refill requests to pharmacies
• Managing pre-authorization requests, including follow-up and ensuring completion