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:
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