ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Healthcare Virtual Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

MultiCare Health System

Virtual Telesitter

Auburn, WA

$20.27 - $29.16/hr

... role in our health care team. If you are a strong communicator, enjoy collaborative work ... Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant license (CNA) * Current BLS certification * Successful ...

Renown Health

Transfer Center and Virtual Care RN

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$34.67 - $52.01/hr

This role is challenged with facilitating patient flow into and within the healthcare system by ... virtual care, and ensuring smooth patient flow across Renown Health. • Transfer Center RN: ...

Fira Health

$21 - $28.25/hr

Start Summer Strong with Adaptive Home Health! We're hosting a Rapid Virtual Hiring Event and looking for passionate healthcare professionals across Texas to join our growing team! Hiring in: San ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsHealthcare Virtual Assistant Jobs

Healthcare Virtual Assistant information

See salary details

$11

$24

$33

How much do healthcare virtual assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for healthcare virtual assistant in the United States is $24.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Healthcare Virtual Assistant vs Medical Secretary?

AspectHealthcare Virtual AssistantMedical Secretary
CredentialsBasic administrative skills, sometimes certifications in healthcare administrationHigh school diploma or equivalent, administrative certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, online platformsMedical offices, clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, clinics, telehealth companiesHospitals, private practices, healthcare facilities
Common TasksScheduling, billing, patient communication remotelyScheduling, record management, in-person and phone communication

Healthcare Virtual Assistants primarily work remotely providing administrative support online, while Medical Secretaries typically work onsite in healthcare facilities managing schedules and patient records. Both roles require strong organizational skills but differ mainly in work environment and specific duties.

What are healthcare virtual assistants?

Healthcare virtual assistants are remote professionals who provide administrative, clinical, or technical support to healthcare providers, clinics, or hospitals. Their tasks may include scheduling appointments, managing patient records, handling billing and insurance claims, and assisting with telehealth services. By working virtually, they help healthcare organizations improve efficiency and patient care while reducing operational costs. Healthcare virtual assistants often have knowledge of medical terminology, privacy regulations (like HIPAA), and healthcare software systems.

What are some common challenges Healthcare Virtual Assistants face when supporting medical professionals remotely?

Healthcare Virtual Assistants often navigate challenges such as managing time zone differences, ensuring HIPAA compliance with sensitive patient data, and adapting to various electronic health record (EHR) systems used by different practices. Clear communication is crucial, as miscommunication can impact patient care or workflow efficiency. Proactively building rapport with medical staff and staying updated on telehealth best practices can help overcome these hurdles and ensure smooth collaboration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Healthcare Virtual Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Healthcare Virtual Assistant, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, administrative processes, and basic healthcare protocols, often supported by relevant training or experience in healthcare administration. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical billing software, and secure communication platforms is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, and clear communication help you excel in supporting both patients and healthcare providers remotely. These skills ensure efficient, accurate, and secure handling of sensitive information, contributing to effective healthcare delivery.
More about Healthcare Virtual Assistant jobs
What cities are hiring for Healthcare Virtual Assistant jobs? Cities with the most Healthcare Virtual Assistant job openings:
What states have the most Healthcare Virtual Assistant jobs? States with the most job openings for Healthcare Virtual Assistant jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Healthcare Virtual Assistant jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Healthcare Virtual Assistant jobs are:
Healthcare Virtual Assistant jobs near you
Infographic showing various Healthcare Virtual Assistant job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,749 per year, or $24.4 per hour.
eAcute Virtual Care Nurse - Part Time Night Shift

eAcute Virtual Care Nurse - Part Time Night Shift

CoxHealth

Springfield, MO • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with completing the admission and discharge process for patients.

  • Support bedside nurses with nursing tasks that do not require in-person presence.

  • Monitor patient vital signs and provide real-time quality and patient safety surveillance.

CoxHealth rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 228 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

561st of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Facility:

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

Department:

1651 Virtual Care Command Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Hours:

6:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Work Shift:

Night 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

Job Description:

Overview of Unit/Department
**This position will be located in our Virtual Care Command Center located at Cox South Hospital**
Are you looking to be a part of a brand new and interesting branch of healthcare?!  Virtual Nursing may be just for you!  Our Virtual Nursing Command Center is full of advanced technology that gives our patients an extra level of monitoring from admission to discharge.  Our virtual nurses are centrally located in the Virtual Command Center at Cox South.  They use this technology to support our bedside RNs with tasks to make lighten their workload as well as monitor patient’s vital signs, assist with admissions and discharges, and collaborate with our virtual physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and Early Intervention Team!  If you are on the search for a new way to expand your nursing knowledge come and give Virtual Nursing a go!
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
• $6,000.00 Sign-On Bonus
• 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000.00 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00
Job Summary
The eAcute Virtual Med-Surg nurse is a pivotal member of the healthcare team to assist with managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures. The virtual nurse will assist with tasks such completing the admission and discharge process, care plan development and maintenance, patient education, medication and discharge teaching, care coordination, mentoring of new nurses, and implementation of evidence-based care. The virtual eAcute nurse assists the primary bedside nurse with nursing tasks not required to be done in person as well as real-time quality and patient safety surveillance. The eAcute Virtual Med-Surg nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.Education: ▪ Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program ▪ Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in NursingExperience: ▪ Preferred: Previous nursing experienceSkills: ▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills ▪ Demonstrate effective leadership abilities ▪ Exhibits valuable time management skills ▪ Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills. ▪ Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.Licensure/Certification/Registration: ▪ Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri

What CoxHealth employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom