Mercy Medical Center, Inc.
Practice Communications Coordinator – Patient Engagement & Follow-Up
Mercy Medical Center, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Summary
Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a Practice Communications Coordinator!
Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi-time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.
As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and join our Mercy family.
The Practice Communications Coordinator is a central point of contact for patients and referring providers within the Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease. The focus of this role will be on patient engagement and follow up to voicemails/messsages. This versatile, “jack-of-all-trades” role focuses on responding to messages for all providers, following up on clinic appointments, and coordinating procedures, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for patients and providers alike.
Responsibilities
Respond promptly and professionally to messages from patients, referring providers, and internal staff, addressing questions, clarifying information, and coordinating appointment or procedural requests.
Coordinate and schedule patient appointments across GI and colorectal subspecialties, ensuring accuracy of patient demographics, insurance details, and referral information.
Schedule procedures for all subspecialty providers, including communicating preoperative requirements, providing prep instructions, and following up to ensure patients are prepared for their procedures.
Follow up with patients and providers regarding upcoming appointments, procedure status, or missing information to support continuity of care.
Identify opportunities to improve communication workflows, reduce delays, and enhance the overall patient and provider experience.
Requirements Education and Work Experience:
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Prefer a minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role within a Medical Office Environment
Prefer a Bachelors degree in management, healthcare administration
Benefits Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
Reimbursement for tuition, books and fees
Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
EEO Statement Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
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Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi-time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.
As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and join our Mercy family.
The Practice Communications Coordinator is a central point of contact for patients and referring providers within the Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease. The focus of this role will be on patient engagement and follow up to voicemails/messsages. This versatile, “jack-of-all-trades” role focuses on responding to messages for all providers, following up on clinic appointments, and coordinating procedures, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for patients and providers alike.
Responsibilities
Respond promptly and professionally to messages from patients, referring providers, and internal staff, addressing questions, clarifying information, and coordinating appointment or procedural requests.
Coordinate and schedule patient appointments across GI and colorectal subspecialties, ensuring accuracy of patient demographics, insurance details, and referral information.
Schedule procedures for all subspecialty providers, including communicating preoperative requirements, providing prep instructions, and following up to ensure patients are prepared for their procedures.
Follow up with patients and providers regarding upcoming appointments, procedure status, or missing information to support continuity of care.
Identify opportunities to improve communication workflows, reduce delays, and enhance the overall patient and provider experience.
Requirements Education and Work Experience:
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Prefer a minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role within a Medical Office Environment
Prefer a Bachelors degree in management, healthcare administration
Benefits Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category
Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
Reimbursement for tuition, books and fees
Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
EEO Statement Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
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