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Sentara Healthcare

Patient Dining Associate II

Hampton, VA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA, is hiring a Patient Dining Associate II to act as a Team Lead. This is a full time, day shift position with rotating weekends. Hours * Monday - Friday: must ...

Inova

Patient Access Associate 1 Orthopedics

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$17.72 - $28.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Inova Orthopedics - Springfield is looking for a dedicated Patient Access Associate 1 to join the team. This role will be full-time day shift: Monday- Friday, 8 hours shifts within office hours 7:30a ...

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Inova

Patient Access Associates 2

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

As Patient Access Associate 2, you will adhere to Inova Health System's "Service Excellence" standards while admitting/scheduling patients, conducting insurance verifications and providing financial ...

Inova

Patient Access Associate 3 Cardiology

Springfield, VA · On-site

$19.12 - $31.17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

The Patient Access Associate 3 provides excellent service by identifying customer needs and fulfilling customer expectations. Performs assigned duties related to patient admissions while completing ...

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Inova

Patient Access Associate 3 Cardiology

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$19.12 - $31.17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Inova Cardiology - Fairfax is looking for a dedicated Patient Access Associate 3 to join the team. This role will be full-time day shift, Monday-Friday, office hours 7:30am-5:00pm The Patient Access ...

Inova

Patient Access Associates 2

Annandale, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

As Patient Access Associate 2, you will adhere to Inova Health System's "Service Excellence" standards while admitting/scheduling patients, conducting insurance verifications and providing financial ...

Inova

Patient Access Associate 1 Emergency Department

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$17.72 - $28.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Inova Leesburg Hospital - Emergency Departmentis looking for a dedicated Patient Access Associate 1 to join the team. This role will be full-time evening shift: Monday- Friday, every other weekend, 3 ...

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How much do patient associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient associate in Virginia is $23.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.37 and $28.12 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.

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Infographic showing various Patient Associate job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,284 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Patient Dining Associate II

Sentara Healthcare

Hampton, VA • On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Sentara Health rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 412 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

531st of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State
Hampton, VA
Work Shift
First (Days)
Overview:
Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA, is hiring a Patient Dining Associate II to act as a Team Lead. This is a full time, day shift position with rotating weekends.
Hours
  • Monday - Friday: must be available to work a 12-hour shift between the hours of 5am - 7:30pm
  • Rotating Weekends

Overview
Responsible for coordinating patient meal service on all units of assigned teams, e.g. menu selections, tray assembly, tray delivery and pick up, special requests and needs, in-between meal food delivery. Ensure that all Patient Dining Associates are adequately trained and units are properly staffed to provide service. React accurately and effectively to all changes to ensure efficient timing of services, accuracy of physician's ordered modified diets.
Education
  • High School Grad or Equivalent. 1 year of food service experience required in lieu of High School Education.

Certification/Licensure
  • Food Handlers Card (Required)

Experience
  • 4 years of Food Service experience (Required)
  • Previous Leadership experience (Preferred)

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - 10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area's first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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