Patient Medication Coordinator

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Paid Time Off

Relocation Bonus

Retirement Plan

Job summary

CoxHealth South is seeking a Patient Medication Coordinator to work with medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff to secure access to medication therapy. You will troubleshoot benefits, assist patients with grant and copay programs, and support adherence in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of healthcare-related experience, HS diploma, and Pharmacy Technician certification within 6 months of hire, with MO Board registration within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Pharmacy Technician within 6 months of hire.
• Registered with the Missouri State Board of Pharmacy or applying upon hire and obtained within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medication access for patients in collaboration with medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff.
• Troubleshoot medical and pharmacy benefits and assist with grant/copay programs.
• Support medication adherence and serve as a patient advocate.

Skills

EMR navigation

Microsoft Excel

Payer platforms

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Facility

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Facility

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department

1082 340B Contract Pharmacy South

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Hours

8:00 AM -4:30 PM

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth Is a Leading Healthcare System Serving 25 Counties Across Southwest Missouri And Northern Arkansas. The Organization Includes Six Hospitals, 5 ERs, And Over 80 Clinics. CoxHealth Has Earned The Following Honors For Workplace Excellence

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.


• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.


• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.


• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)


• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth


• Up to $4,000 Sign-On Bonus


• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off


• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus

Job Description

The Patient Medication Coordinator works closely with medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff to secure access to medication therapy for patients. Responsibilities include medical and pharmacy benefit troubleshooting, assisting patients applying for grant and/or copay assistance, and supporting medication adherence. Must be team-oriented and have strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills as well as an ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The Patient Medication Coordinator serves as a resource and advocate to patients managing their healthcare, ultimately striving to improve the care and healthcare experience for patients and providers alike.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Preferred: Associate degree in a Related Field

Experience

• Required: 2 years of healthcare experience (Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Patient Assistance Coordinator, Pharmacy Tech or equivalent).

Skills

• Ability to navigate and properly utilize the electronic medical record, Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel), and payer provided platforms


• Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize reports and data management


• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently


• Excellent communication skills required, with ability to interact with providers, clinic staff, and team members in a professional and courteous manner


• Ability to function independently with minimal oversight

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: Must be certified as a Pharmacy Technician through a nationally accredited Pharmacy organization within 6 months of hire


• Required: Registered with the Missouri State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician or application in process upon hire and obtained within 90 days of hire