Meritus Now Operations Coordinator

Meritus Health is seeking a dedicated and highly organized **Meritus NOW Operations Coordinator** to support the delivery of exceptional virtual healthcare services. This role combines clinical, operational, technical, and patient service responsibilities to ensure a seamless experience for both virtual and in-person patient care. The Operations Coordinator serves as a key liaison between patients, providers, clinical teams, support departments, and external healthcare partners. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, possess excellent communication and multitasking skills, and be passionate about delivering outstanding patient care. **Patient Support & Care Coordination** * Assist patients with registration, insurance verification, MyChart support, questionnaires, payment collection, and appointment scheduling. * Coordinate referrals, follow-up appointments, and provider-directed patient care activities. * Support continuity of care through effective communication and care navigation. **Clinical & Operational Support** * Review upcoming patient appointments to ensure readiness and appropriateness. * Room patients and assist with visit preparation. * Manage in-basket and MyChart messages in a timely manner. * Perform charge reconciliation and maintain workqueue accuracy. * Support efficient virtual and in-person clinical workflows. **Communication & Collaboration** * Communicate with patients through in-person interactions, telephone, email, virtual platforms, and Epic chat. * Collaborate with providers, clinical staff, pharmacies, insurance companies, physician practices, and other healthcare partners. * Promote a positive, patient-centered healthcare experience. **Team Support** * Assist with onboarding and orientation of new team members. * Provide guidance on workflows, systems, and operational processes. * Participate in departmental initiatives and additional duties as assigned. **Education** * High School Diploma or GED required. * Education appropriate to licensure or certification requirements. **Experience** * Minimum one (1) year of experience in a healthcare environment required. **Licensure/Certification** * Must be a licensed **LPN** or certified **Medical Assistant (MA)**. * Current Maryland licensure or certification required. **Skills & Abilities** * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent computer proficiency and technical aptitude. * Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. * Strong organizational and customer service skills. * Basic medical terminology knowledge preferred. * Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and teams. **Caring for our Team** We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date. * Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind. * Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. * 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals. * Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth. * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses. * Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay. **Happy to Help** At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.