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Patient Associate Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Valley Health

$17 - $20.40/hr

DepartmentNUTRITION SERVICES - 208052Worker Sub TypeRegularWork Shift Pay Range $17.00 - $20.40 The Hospitality Associate, Patient Services performs a wide variety of tasks and operations to support ...

Valley Health

$17 - $20.40/hr

DepartmentNUTRITION SERVICES - 208052Worker Sub TypeRegularWork Shift Pay Range $17.00 - $20.40 The Hospitality Associate, Patient Services performs a wide variety of tasks and operations to support ...

Ohio State University

Patient Care Associate - James Care East Chemotherapy (Monday - Friday) (First Shift) Department:James | JamesCare East Exam The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team ...

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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.

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

The most popular types of Patient jobs in Virginia are:

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Patient Associate jobs?

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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.

Hospitality Associate, Patient Services - Part Time

Valley Health

$17 - $20.40/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.


DepartmentNUTRITION SERVICES - 208052Worker Sub TypeRegularWork Shift

Pay Range

$17.00 - $20.40Job Description

The Hospitality Associate, Patient Services performs a wide variety of tasks and operations to support patients and staff by serving wholesome, attractive meals while maintaining strict sanitation requirements.
Responsibilities and Duties
Coordinates and collaborates with hospital floor staff, including RNs, CNAs, and other clinical staff to ensure meals are provided to patients in a manner to best support their nutritional and medical needs.
Ensures patient information is correct and corresponds correctly with patient's name, room number, food order, food preferences, allergies, and diet pattern.
Assembles all trays on-time for tray service according to diet manual while honoring patient preferences as dictated on diet cards.
Ensures food trays are delivered to the correct patient and the food is served warm, promptly, and garnished.
Interacts and converses with patients including asking patients about food preferences and opinions.
Follows established procedures for "Late Trays" to ensure tray is complete within 30 minutes.
Stocks refrigerator in nursing area and transfers warmers, containing food, to correct prep kitchen.
Prepares side dishes accordingly.
Receives and properly stores orders.
Checks temperatures with Cook before food is served and assists Cook as needed when plating food.
Researches and understands sufficiently diets and allergies.
Disposes of waste properly and cleans all utensils and equipment after use.
Uses the Three Sink Method to clean dishes as appropriate.
Operates dish machine properly and records dish machine temperatures.
Cleans dishwashing area after use.
Labels and dates all items put in inventory.
Actively listens to customers concerns, but does not bend departmental policies.
Reports complements, complaints, and concerns to supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Experience
Previous food service experience and/or training preferred
Qualifications
Must be 16 years of age.
Ability to perform on-the-job training required.
Ability to do simple calculations and record keeping required.
Ability to interact hospitably and respectfully with all ages and disabilities of hospitalized patients and assist with meal selection required.
Ability to work with limited direct supervision from department leadership, remain on-task and work efficiently throughout the shift required.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients required.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

  • A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Retirement Savings Match
  • A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
  • Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.

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About Valley Health

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Valley Health System is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, urgent cares, physician practices, and services. Expanding across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, we are devoted to the health of all who call our 18-county area home. A vital resource for healthcare, we are the region's largest employer, a dependable community partner, and are at the leading edge of clinical innovations.x

Industry

Health and personal care stores

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Winchester, VA, US

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