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Patient Assistance Program Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Jordan Valley Health

Patient Advocate

Springfield, MO · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

Patient Assistance & Resource Support: * Assist patients with connecting to financial assistance programs, including Medicaid applications, sliding-scale enrollments, and payment agreements. * Guide ...

Jordan Valley Health

Patient Advocate

Springfield, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Patient Assistance & Resource Support: * Assist patients with connecting to financial assistance programs, including Medicaid applications, sliding-scale enrollments, and payment agreements. * Guide ...

Jordan Valley Health

Patient Advocate

Springfield, MO

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Patient Assistance & Resource Support: * Assist patients with connecting to financial assistance programs, including Medicaid applications, sliding-scale enrollments, and payment agreements. * Guide ...

Jordan Valley Health

Patient Advocate

Springfield, MO

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Patient Assistance & Resource Support: * Assist patients with connecting to financial assistance programs, including Medicaid applications, sliding-scale enrollments, and payment agreements. * Guide ...

Jordan Valley Health

Patient Advocate

Springfield, MO · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Patient Assistance & Resource Support: * Assist patients with connecting to financial assistance programs, including Medicaid applications, sliding-scale enrollments, and payment agreements. * Guide ...

Jordan Valley Health

Patient Advocate

Springfield, MO

$15 - $19.50/hr

Patient Assistance & Resource Support: * Assist patients with connecting to financial assistance programs, including Medicaid applications, sliding-scale enrollments, and payment agreements. * Guide ...

Jordan Valley Health

Patient Advocate

Springfield, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Patient Assistance & Resource Support: * Assist patients with connecting to financial assistance programs, including Medicaid applications, sliding-scale enrollments, and payment agreements. * Guide ...

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How much do patient assistance program jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient assistance program in Missouri is $20.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $20.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Patient Assistance Program job?

A Patient Assistance Program (PAP) job involves helping patients access financial assistance for medications and healthcare services. Employees in this role work with pharmaceutical companies, healthcare providers, and patients to determine eligibility and assist with the application process. They may also provide guidance on insurance coverage, medication affordability, and alternative support programs. The goal is to ensure that patients receive the treatments they need without financial hardship.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a Patient Assistance Program role?

In a Patient Assistance Program position, your daily responsibilities typically include assessing patient eligibility for various assistance programs, guiding patients through application processes, and communicating with healthcare providers or insurance representatives as needed. You may also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, following up on application statuses, and handling sensitive patient information in compliance with privacy regulations. The role often involves collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patients receive the medications or services they need in a timely manner. This combination of administrative and patient-facing tasks makes the position both dynamic and rewarding, with a strong focus on making a direct positive impact on patient access to care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Patient Assistance Program position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Patient Assistance Program role, you need a strong understanding of healthcare systems, insurance coverage, and program eligibility requirements, often supported by experience in patient services or social work. Familiarity with healthcare databases, CRM tools, and knowledge of regulatory guidelines such as HIPAA are commonly required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail help professionals navigate complex situations and communicate effectively with patients and providers. These skills ensure timely and accurate support for patients seeking access to healthcare resources and medications.

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Infographic showing various Patient Assistance Program job openings in Missouri as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,854 per year, or $20.6 per hour.
Medication/Copay Assistance Advocate

Medication/Copay Assistance Advocate

Mosaic Life Care

Saint Joseph, MO • On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Life

Posted 11 days ago

Mosaic Life Care rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

570th of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description


The Medication/Copay Assistance Advocate will proactively identify and evaluate all areas in supporting patients to reduce economic barriers to care. This individual will have working knowledge of available pharmaceutical drug donation programs, copay assistance and patient assistance support tools, implant and skin substitute donation programs, be knowledgeable of basic revenue cycle processes, and attempt to mitigate all financial toxicity for patients and institution. This caregiver serves as a liaison between network departments, medication manufacturers, copay assistance foundations, health insurance companies, all hospital financial business representatives, as well as all patients, families, and caregivers to facilitate system/resource utilization. Works closely with patient financial services to ensure compliance will all applicable regulations, standards and laws, and department and hospital policies.
Responsibilities
  • Identify and evaluate patients for all areas of available assistance. Including, but not limited to; medication, implant, and skin substitute product donation, copay assistance, and all other relevant areas of financial assistance. If needed, assists patients and family/caregivers in applying to program(s) for said assistance.
  • Works collaboratively with the healthcare teams to obtain clinical and financial information for assistance program enrollment. a) identifying and assisting with all assistance applications, b) liaising between the patient, the physician offices and clinics, the patient assistance programs(s), and the facility financial services representatives.
  • Utilize tools to manage and track all patient assistance dollars, drug replacement, copay assistance, and any other applicable grant or foundation assistance.
  • Coordinates with other departments to resolve issues and facilitate timely application submission
  • Knowledge of medication J Codes, CPTs, and billing units
  • Successful at multi-tasking, and maintains focus and composure in a fast-paced work environment
  • Has the ability to calculate (by ratio proportion) the medication dosages with knowledge of the metric measurement conversions

Education
  • H.S. Diploma - Required
  • Completion of a nationally recognized Pharmacy Technician Education Program - Required OR
  • Associate's Degree - Care Management or related field - Required

Work Experience
  • 1+ Years - Experience working w/ revenue cycle and/or patient assistance programs - Required
  • 1+ Years - Basic knowledge of health insurance pre-certification processes for medications and infusions, and CPT and J Codes associated with those infusions - Required
  • Hospital pharmacy experience - Preferred

Licenses and Certifications
  • National or State Certified Pharmacy Technician current or within 1 year - Required

Travel Requirements
  • Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed - Required

Qualifications
Skills and Abilities
Essential Technical/Motor Skills
  • Basic Microsoft application skills required
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent organization and time management skills, and ability to establish priorities effectively
  • Dependable in both production and attendance
  • Communicates clearly with professional etiquette while using electronic fax, computer, email, Teams, and telephone
  • Research and review payer policies, guidelines, and compliance guidelines
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of medication J Codes, CPTs, and billing units
  • Escalate issues appropriately to leadership
  • Ability to work independently and multi-task as needed
  • Interacts virtually with team to stay connected and informed

Interpersonal Skills
  • Communicate effectively in a professional manor to everyone with whom you may interact no matter the diverse background and able to work both independently and as a team to achieve department and organizational goals while promoting a positive group environment.

Essential Physical Requirements
  • Ability to operate equipment on continuous/repetitious basis such as computer, telephone, fax, etc.
  • Job requires sitting mostly, walking and standing occasionally.

Essential Mental Abilities
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data, explain issues thoroughly, be adaptable in daily responsibilities and flexible based on department and organizational needs, comprehend written and spoken instructions with the ability to retain the information, must be able to organize data and have time management skills and contain the ability to collaborate to resolve any potential billing issues.

Essential Sensory Requirements
  • Hearing, speaking, and visual skills.

Exposure to Hazards
  • Limited exposure.

About Us
Mosaic Life Care is a health care system in northwest Missouri. With a vision of transforming community health by being a life-care innovator, Mosaic places the holistic needs of patients first by providing the right care at the right time and place, offering high value and quality health care.
Mosaic has a wide array of benefits to meet each employee's individual needs. Our benefits were designed by listening to people just like you. Mosaic also offers several perks with a focus on ensuring our employees feel valued, including concierge services, employee lounge, wellness programs, free covered parking, free on-site and virtual health clinics and many more. When paired with compensation and recognition, it is what continues to make us the employer of choice for employees at any stage of their journey.

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