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Language Coordinator/Certified Spanish Interpreter

Compass Health Network Columbia, MO (Onsite) Full-Time

Compensation: $21.98/hourly

Responsible for interpreting and/or coordinating appointments for Dental and Primary Care Departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB SPECIFIC:

  • Schedule appointments and provide professional interpretive services
  • Confirms Spanish speaking appointments and coordinates interpreting services needed the following day/two days in advance
  • Answers Spanish line in phone system in polite and courteous manner
  • Direct phone calls and messages to appropriate office staff
  • Confirm patient’s insurance coverage eligibility and coordinates interpretive services based on if covered.
  • Works in conjunction with medical assistants, nurses and providers regarding medication refills, lab results, referrals
  • Coordinates interpreting services for referrals placed by our providers to other facilities which don’t have the capacity to provide one
  • Provides Spanish interpreting services for Open Access patients, walk ins to express care and inquiries to Medicaid office
  • Provide Language Coordinator Supervisor with operational and staff issues
  • Monitors/manages interpreter schedule coordinates interpretive services for languages outside of Spanish and for patients whose insurance covers interpretive services
  • Follow-up on all Spanish missed appointments at all sites
  • Manage and monitor the patient portal for Spanish speaking patients
  • Collect co-pays, past due balances (if applicable) for Spanish speaking patients, balances daily batch and turns in money collected for the day as directed by the Office Supervisor/Office Manager
  • Keep abreast of any updates/changes per outside interpretive providers
  • Attends staff meetings as required
  • Conducts self in accordance with Compass Health Network’s policies
  • Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations
  • Excels in customer service
  • Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK:

  • Regular exposure to blood and/or body fluids
  • Regular exposure to radiation sources
  • Regular exposure to biohazard and/or chemical waste materials

Job Requirements:

  • High School/ GED preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • At least two (2) year experience preferred

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

  • Medical Interpreter Certification preferred

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is “Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.”

About Compass Health Network

At Compass Health Network, we are a nonprofit organization committed to making a meaningful impact on communities across Missouri. We offer a wide range of essential services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine, and dental care. Our network includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, and as both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), we are dedicated to providing high-quality care that addresses the diverse needs of those we serve. We operate with the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, delivering innovative care that truly makes a difference. Our mission is simple but powerful: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

Why join us?

At Compass Health Network, we’re proud of the dedicated team we’ve built. We believe our people are our greatest strength – passionate, skilled, and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others. Here, you’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.

We offer more than just a job; we provide a platform for personal and professional growth. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:


  • • Opportunities for career advancement
    • Professional development and licensure supervision
    • Mentorship programs
    • Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Headspace Access for mental well-being
    • Generous paid time off and holidays
    • NHSC Loan Repayment eligibility

We’re looking for individuals who are eager to bring their talents and dedication to a team that’s focused on making a real impact. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work and grow alongside a passionate group of professionals, we’d love to hear from you! If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters, where you can grow, and where you’ll be supported every step of the way, we look forward to hearing from you!

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

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Location

Columbia, MO (Onsite)

Job Type

Nonprofit - Social Services, Health Care

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

07/08/2025

Job ID

16740/27903/227312

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