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How much do patient support assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for patient support assistant in Delaware is $35,363.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,500.00 and $36,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient support assistant?

Patient Support Assistants are healthcare workers who provide non-clinical support to patients and nursing staff in hospitals, clinics, or care facilities. Their duties often include helping patients with daily tasks, assisting with mobility, delivering meals, maintaining a clean environment, and providing comfort and companionship. They play a crucial role in ensuring patients' well-being and supporting the smooth operation of healthcare settings. Patient Support Assistants work as part of a team under the supervision of nurses or other medical professionals.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a patient support assistant?

To thrive as a Patient Support Assistant, you need basic healthcare knowledge, strong organizational skills, and usually a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic health records, and patient transport equipment is often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, and teamwork help ensure positive patient experiences and effective collaboration with medical staff. These competencies are crucial for maintaining patient comfort, safety, and efficient healthcare operations.

How do patient support assistants collaborate with medical and nursing staff during a shift?

Patient Support Assistants work closely with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive timely and effective care. Their collaboration often involves communicating patient needs, assisting with mobility or hygiene, and relaying updates on patient conditions. They frequently participate in team briefings and are expected to promptly report any changes or concerns to the appropriate clinical staff. This teamwork is essential for maintaining a safe and supportive environment for patients.

What is the difference between Patient Support Assistant vs Medical Assistant?

AspectPatient Support AssistantMedical Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; optional certificationHigh school diploma; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilitiesClinics, doctor's offices, hospitals
Job DutiesPatient greeting, scheduling, basic patient supportClinical tasks, patient prep, administrative duties
Industry UsageHealthcare, patient care supportMedical practice, clinical support

While both roles support patient care, Patient Support Assistants primarily handle patient interaction and administrative tasks, whereas Medical Assistants perform clinical procedures and assist healthcare providers directly. The roles often overlap in healthcare settings, but Medical Assistants typically require more clinical training and certifications.

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

The most popular types of Patient Support jobs in Delaware are:

What cities in Delaware are hiring for Patient Support Assistant jobs?

Cities in Delaware with the most Patient Support Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Patient Support Assistant job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,363 per year, or $17 per hour.

Medical Office Receptionist (Rover)

Wilmington, DE • On-site

LifeStance Health
Hospitals • 1 - 5K employees

$20.50 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Lifestance Health rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

At LifeStance Health, we strive to help individuals, families, and communities with their mental health needs. Everywhere. Every day. It's a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in mental healthcare.

Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing mental health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our team!

LifeStance Health Values

  • Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.

  • Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.

  • Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.

  • One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.

Benefits
As a full-time employee of LifeStance Health, the following benefits are offered: medical, dental, vision, AD&D, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k retirement savings with employer match, paid parental leave, paid time off, holiday pay and an Employee Assistance Program.

Job Summary:

The Rover Practice Coordinator performs all core functions of the Practice Coordinator role while providing support across a defined state/region. This role backfills planned and unplanned staffing gaps and supports practices experiencing increased volume or operational demand. The Rover Practice Coordinator delivers high quality front office operations and exceptional customer service to both in-person and remote patients and clinicians.

Compensation: $20.50 - $21.50/hour plus quarterly bonus/incentive potential

Location: 735 Mapleton Ave, Suite 200 Middletown, DE 19709

**Additional travel and remote support to surrounding locations**

Duties/Responsibilities:

Operational Excellence:

  • Create and maintain a positive, supportive, and professional working environment; serve as a culture carrier and support in-office clinician and staff engagement activities to promote LFST culture, engagement, and connection.

  • Preparation process for all patients ensuring all paperwork and documentation is complete, credit card on file is current, demographics are accurate, and patient chart is fully prepared.

  • Perform general office duties including mail handling, sorting, scanning documents, e-faxes, shared office email / Teams messages and maintaining office organization and cleanliness.

  • Communicate clearly and professionally with peers, clinicians, and patients in ways that support patient care and clinician satisfaction.

Patient Support:

  • Deliver exceptional customer service by responding promptly and appropriately to patient needs.

  • Apply Crisis and De-escalation Processes when managing difficult or sensitive situations.

  • Manage front desk responsibilities including greeting and checking patients in /out in a courteous manner.

  • Provide support to patients with requests via phone, email, and / or portal with payment/billing related questions, scheduling needs, release requests, miscellaneous inquires, etc.

  • Manage queues within the phone system, ensuring calls are answered in a timely manner to ensure excellent customer service.

  • Assist patients with telehealth access, Patient Portal issues, and other troubleshooting as needed.

  • Triage urgent patient needs and escalates to internal partners when necessary.

  • Collect co-payments and outstanding balances for in-person and telehealth visits at the time of service.

  • Complete insurance eligibility verification and reach out to patients to resolve any issues.

Clinician Support

  • Provide general clinician support - assist clinicians with administrative questions and/or duties such as sending letters, faxes, etc.and respond to operational questions.

  • Partner with clinicians to resolve patient questions or concerns.

  • Audit clinician schedules for accuracy and completeness.

  • Contribute to a pleasant, safe, organized, and motivational working environment in the Practice.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to commute to a variety of offices within a defined regional radius.

  • Strong multitasking and prioritization skills

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

  • Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Proficient in using Computer Software Applications (Microsoft Office & EMRs)

  • Able to manage sensitive and confidential Information (HIPAA)

Education and Experience:

  • High School or equivalent required, associates/bachelor's degree preferred.

  • Minimum of 1+ years of experience in healthcare operations, customer service, or similar role or setting preferred.

Professionalism and Decision-making Responsibilities:

  • Behave Ethically: Demonstrates integrity and adheres to company values, ethical standards and privacy requirements.

  • Relationship Building Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others (internally and externally) Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.

  • Growth Mindset: Identify opportunities for process improvement. Identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate workable solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.

  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Willing and able to be flexible in responsibilities and easily adapt to organizational needs.

  • Organization & Attention to Detail: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, and monitor progress towards goals. Maintain accuracy in data entry, documentation and communication.

  • Conflict Resolution: Navigate disagreement constructively by listening actively, communicating respectfully, and collaborating to reach solutions that uphold LifeStance values and support and effective working environment and patient care.

Physical Requirements:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, bend, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

  • A valid driver's license and the ability to travel by automobile to multiple locations is required.

LifeStance provides the compensation range and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. LifeStance reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

LifeStance is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.Learn moreabout Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at LifeStance.

LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com. Please note: This contact isintended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not besent to this email addressas they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.


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About LifeStance Health

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Since LifeStance Health was founded in 2017, we have grown to over 5,000 clinicians and team members serving patients in more than 500 locations. We acquire clinical practices and open new locations across the country, with thousands of new clinicians joining our mission every year. We are reimagining mental health.

Industry

Hospitals and offices of mental health practitioners

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Scottsdale, AZ, US