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Allina Health

$18.49 - $25.19/hr

Directs patient to their appointment or procedure. * May assist in scheduling add-on appointments. * Verifies eligibility and benefits information for payers and interprets results. * Obtains ...

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How much do patient associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient associate in Arkansas is $19.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.29 and $23.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Patient Associate vs Medical Assistant?

AspectPatient AssociateMedical Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilitiesClinics, hospitals, physician offices
Job ResponsibilitiesPatient support, scheduling, administrative tasksClinical tasks, patient prep, administrative duties
Industry UsageHealthcare, patient care supportHealthcare, clinical support roles

While both roles support patient care, Patient Associates primarily focus on patient support and administrative tasks, whereas Medical Assistants perform clinical duties alongside administrative work. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are the duties of a patient associate?

A patient associate assists healthcare staff by providing support to patients, such as helping with daily activities, ensuring comfort, and communicating patient needs to medical teams. They may also perform basic clerical tasks, monitor patient conditions, and maintain a clean and safe environment, often requiring good communication skills and basic medical knowledge.

What are the most commonly searched types of Patient jobs in Arkansas?

The most popular types of Patient jobs in Arkansas are:

What cities in Arkansas are hiring for Patient Associate jobs?

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Infographic showing various Patient Associate job openings in Arkansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,272 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Patient Care Associate, 3 South, 6a-6p, PT60

Unity Health

Searcy, AR • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Unity Health (Arkansas) rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

750th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

1. Education: High school graduation or equivalent required. Ability to read, use simple math skills, and write clearly and legibly.
2. Training and Experience: Previous experiences as a nursing assistant or in other patient-related position desirable but not required.
3. Job Knowledge: Ability to perform duties for direct and indirect patient care. Direct care duties include but are not limited to, assisting the patient with personal hygiene needs and observing the patient’s condition, including their vital signs, their feeding and elimination patterns. Indirect duties may include general housekeeping skills, ordering and maintenance of supplies and simple computer entry ability.
4. Safety Sensitive: YES
In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.
DESCRIPTION:
Performs direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the RN and LPN. Responsible for implementing components of the plan of care through the initiation/completion of procedures relating to basic human, mental, spiritual, and social needs; comfort and safety measures; activities of daily living; personal care needs; nutrition and fluid needs; and elimination needs. Indirect patient care includes, but is not limited to, cleaning occupied and unoccupied patient areas and maintaining an environment, which is neat and free of hazards to the patient’s well-being. An understanding of and willingness to follow infection control and safety guidelines is mandatory. Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Maintains good physical and emotional well being. Job responsibilities require a considerable amount of physical work. The individual will be required to assist with lifting and moving patients, pushing of carts, wheelchairs, and other equipment; and lifting or pushing of up to 50 pounds. The individual must be able to bend over to perform certain duties, e.g., assist patient to put on footwear, check urinary output, etc. The individual must also be able to maneuver throughout the halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies. Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills. A significant amount of writing and computer entry is required. Trips to various departments will be required. The position does have some heavy exposure to malodorous, infectious body fluids from patients and some minimal exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents. Exposure to infectious wastes and body fluids may mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles.

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