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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 Springfield, VA is $24.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.33 and $29.62 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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Patient Access Associate 3 Cardiology

Inova Primary Care

Fairfax, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Inova Health System rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

236th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

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 Associate 3 provides excellent service by identifying customer needs and fulfilling customer expectations. Performs assigned duties related to patient admissions while completing assigned activities related to patient scheduling for medical procedures. Verifies and enters insurance information and authorization/referral requirements into databases. Counsels patients on financial liability by using available financial counseling tools to achieve maximum reimbursement for patient services and ensures a safe patient care environment to the fullest potential, in an effort to achieve team goals.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. 

Featured Benefits:

  • Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
  • Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
  • Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off and paid parental leave.


Job Responsibilities

  • Reports safety hazards/violations and takes appropriate action to protect the environment and guests until help arrives - if necessary.
  • Accepts and provides direct/honest feedback between team members in a non-punishing manner.
  • Explains insurance benefits and patient liability through the use of appropriate communication methods/styles.
  • Supports scheduling activities by conducting pre-service activities such as insurance verification/submission.
  • Gathers information about customer complaints in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Troubleshoots individual admission issues in collaboration with other departments/staff.
  • Identifies and communicates payroll authorization and referral requirements.
  • Delivers an acceptable volume of work with high levels of accuracy.
  • May perform additional duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications
Experience - 2 years of healthcare patient access experience or 2 years of experience in a healthcare revenue cycle.

Education - High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years of patient registration or patient scheduling exp. 

Ability to multi-task with attention to detail. 

We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. 

Inova Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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