Health System Med Access Coordinator

About the role

The Medication Access Coordinator plays a vital role in facilitating patients' access to various financial resources for medications. Responsibilities include evaluating the financial circumstances of uninsured or under-insured patients, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance, and upholding patient confidentiality and dignity. The coordinator determines eligibility for medication assistance or financial aid and collaborates closely with the Clinical Team to mitigate unnecessary financial losses linked to high-cost medications. As a patient advocate, the coordinator resolves issues related to medication payment and coverage.

Key tasks involve conducting thorough patient interviews to assess potential qualification for Medication Assistance Programs and Foundations, reviewing health and prescription insurance, financial status, and required documentation. The coordinator actively seeks clinical information from patient charts and communicates effectively with representatives of assistance programs, patients, physicians, pharmacists, and other stakeholders to maintain and initiate medication assistance programs.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of relevant experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications
• Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

Pay

$23.22 to $34.83 per hour, based on experience

About Carroll Hospital

Carroll Hospital in Westminster, Maryland, is a full-service community hospital proudly serving the residents of Carroll County and the surrounding region. As part of LifeBridge Health—one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems—Carroll delivers personalized, high-quality care in a welcoming community setting, with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by its mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, LifeBridge Health combines strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care. The organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY, where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.