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Patient Services Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$44K/yr

Patient Services Associate Program : Mobile Health Programs/Medvan Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am 5pm Salary: $44,500 Program Overview: Reporting to the Mobile Operations Manager, the Mobile Health ...

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Patient Services Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$44K/yr

Patient Services Associate Program: Mobile Health Programs/Medvan Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am 5pm Salary: $44,500 Program Overview: Reporting to the Mobile Operations Manager, the Mobile Health ...

Compass Group

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE

Valhalla, NY · On-site

$17/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE positions. * Location : Westchester Medical Center - 100 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595. Note: online applications accepted only.

Excelgens

Patient Care Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

The Patient Care Associate supports the registered nurse in patient care activities, such as: assisting patient with activities of daily living, collecting specimens and performing procedures ...

Priority groups

Patient Care Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Quality Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Patient Care Associate to work in hospitals affiliated with NYCHH. Available Shifts: Day/Night Remuneration : Compensation will be discussed with the selected ...

Catholic Health

Patient Care Associate

Roslyn, NY

$27.68/hr

Overview Patient Care Associate St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis ...

Catholic Health

Patient Care Associate

Roslyn, NY · On-site

$27.68/hr

Overview Patient Care Associate-Critical Care St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center ® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long ...

Catholic Health

Patient Care Associate

Roslyn, NY

$27.68/hr

Overview Patient Care Associate St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis ...

Catholic Health

Patient Care Associate

Roslyn, NY · On-site

$27.68/hr

Overview Patient Care Associate-Critical Care St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island ...

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How much do patient associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient associate in New York is $25.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.24 and $31.01 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 New York?

The most popular types of Patient jobs in New York are:

What cities in New York are hiring for Patient Associate jobs?

Cities in New York with the most Patient Associate job openings:

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Infographic showing various Patient Associate job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,282 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

PATIENT ASSOCIATE

Apicha Community Health Center

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$23.48 - $24.54/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Apicha Community Health Center aims to improve community health by providing access to comprehensive primary care, preventive health services, mental health, and supportive services. The center is dedicated to delivering high-quality, culturally competent services that enhance the quality of life. It also advocates for and offers a welcoming environment for underserved and vulnerable populations.


We are seeking a Patient Associate for our Manhattan location.

Position Summary:

The Patient Associate registers patients, collects co-pays and payments for services and enters registration information in EMR.

The major duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

  • Customer Service
  • Receive persons presenting to clinic reception area.
  • Patient registration.
  • Collect co-pays and payments for services from patients.
  • Collect and enter registration information in EMR.
  • Receive incoming telephone calls, redirects those calls and/or records messages.
  • Assist with patient flow.
  • Schedule patients efficiently, follow up with patients for missed appointments.

Administration

  • Verify patient insurance eligibility prior to appointments.
  • Obtain pre-authorization to provide medical services to patients who have a non-participating insurance.
  • Confirm appointments, follow up for missed or cancelled appointments.
  • Perform light bookkeeping, filing, maintenance of an appropriate office environment.

Compliance

  • Ensure that patient records are accurate and complete, and that patient confidentiality is strictly maintained.
  • Comply with agency policies and procedures and regulatory requirements. Represent agency and its services.

QA/QI

  • Participate in Quality Improvement activities.

Collaboration

  • Participate in patient recruitment and retention activities.
  • Assist with referrals to external agencies/services.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma/GED with 2 years of working experience required. Some college education with 1 year of working experience preferred.
  • Excellent customer service skills are required.
  • Experience in outpatient clinic reception is preferred.
  • Written and verbal communication skills in English required.
  • Proficiency in common office software (Word, Excel), and ability to enter data accurately required.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team.
  • Ability to sit in front of computer long hours required.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
  • Experience working with people living with HIV/AIDS preferred.
  • Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to speak Spanish language is preferred.
  • Knowledge of eClinicalWorks EMR is preferred.


At Apicha, we believe that serving the needs of our staff is just as important as serving the needs of underserved people of New York City as such we are proud to offer our team members a competitive employee benefits package which include 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave, Health Insurance Coverage, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Employee Assistant Program just to name a few.