Patient Engagement Coordinator Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Patient Engagement Coordinator Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center – 3.9

Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$47.5K – $56.7K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Community engagement EHR systems Infectious disease care Mid-level Microsoft Office Bachelor’s degree Public Health Organizational skills Social Work Oncology Communication skills Full Job Description Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. And with strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state-of-the-art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward-thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines. Together, with our hospital and physician partners, we are one-hundred percent focused on cancer care. Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

SCOPE:

The Patient Engagement Coordinator will support enrollment and ongoing participation in the Navigating Care patient portal and lead community-focused engagement, including the implementation of infectious disease education, and screening initiative. This position plays a vital role in empowering patients through digital health tools, screening, and prevention education, helping them actively participate in their care while supporting early detection. Working in collaboration with hematologists and oncologists, infectious disease specialists, clinical staff, volunteers, and community partners, the coordinator will design and implement outreach strategies, track program data, and ensure alignment with the mission and strategic goals of Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.

FUNCTIONS

1. Patient Portal Engagement (Navigating Care) 2. Infectious Disease Education & Screening Initiative 3. Collaboration & Engagement 4. Data Collection & Reporting

QUALIFICATIONS

: Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, health education, or related field. Experience in a healthcare, infectious disease, patient advocacy, or community health setting. Prior experience with patient portals, health information technology, infectious disease, sexually transmitted infection screening and treatment, or oncology support services preferred. Experience working in community engagement or with grant-funded initiatives a plus.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ABILITIES

: Passion for improving patient experience and health outcomes. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills. Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with EHR systems and patient engagement tools preferred. Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion