Public relations Jobs in Columbia, MO

Description

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Be the welcoming face and first point of contact for our organization—and help create a positive experience for every visitor and caller.
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00am-6:00pm. Thursdays 10:00am-7:00pm. 40 hours weekly.

Are you a friendly, organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a Customer Relations Specialist (CRS) to be the welcoming face of our clinic and a key part of our integrated care team.

As a CRS, you'll greet patients, manage check-in and check-out for appointments (including primary care, dental, behavioral health, and specialists), verify insurance and demographic information, and collect co-pays. You’ll also support day-to-day clinic operations to ensure things run smoothly and efficiently.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others, working on a team, and making a difference in the patient experience from the very first interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide excellent customer service at every visit
• Manage appointment check-in/check-out, including verifying insurance and demographics
• Collect co-pays and complete necessary paperwork
• Answer phones, direct messages, and assist with scheduling
• Keep the front office and waiting areas organized and welcoming
• Enter data accurately into electronic health records (EHR)
• Travel to nearby clinic locations as needed
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High School/GED preferred
• At least one year experience in customer service required
• A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

This Role Is a Great Match for Someone Who:

• Possesses strong communication and organizational skills
• Is comfortable in a high-traffic, patient-facing role
• Is detail-oriented with basic computer and data entry skills
• Willing to travel locally between clinic sites if needed

*Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

About Compass Health Network

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Our network includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.

Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.

Why Join Us?

Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you’ll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged.

We offer:

• Competitive Benefits
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Personal and professional development
• Licensure supervision
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program with Xponential access
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility*

*Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.

Your Career, Your Impact

Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you’ll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact—every single day.

Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Statement
Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.