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Herewith Caregivers

$30/hr

Care Responsibilities * Assist with transfers and mobility (sitting, standing, lying down ... Patient, attentive, and safety-focused * Able to respond quickly for urgent/short-notice care

Herewith Caregivers

$30/hr

Care Responsibilities * Assist with transfers and mobility (sitting, standing, lying down ... Patient, attentive, and safety-focused * Able to respond quickly for urgent/short-notice care

Herewith Caregivers

$30/hr

Care Responsibilities * Assist with transfers and mobility (sitting, standing, lying down ... Patient, attentive, and safety-focused * Able to respond quickly for urgent/short-notice care

Right at Home Aiea, HI

CNA

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Provide companionship, conversation, and emotional support ???? Assist with light housekeeping and ... patient personality ✔️ Ability to pass an employment background check ✔️ Reliable ...

Right at Home Aiea, HI

CNA

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Provide companionship, conversation, and emotional support ???? Assist with light housekeeping and ... patient personality ✔️ Ability to pass an employment background check ✔️ Reliable ...

Right at Home

CNA

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

... emotional support Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation Help with errands ... and patient personality • Ability to pass an employment background check • Reliable ...

Right at Home

CNA

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

... emotional support Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation Help with errands ... and patient personality • Ability to pass an employment background check • Reliable ...

Evolve Health, LLC

Patient Service Representative

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

... support. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others and has excellent ... assist patients. Experience: - Previous experience in a medical office is preferred. - Strong ...

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How much do patient support assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for patient support assistant in Hawaii is $36,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,800.00 and $37,900.00 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 Hawaii?

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

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Infographic showing various Patient Support Assistant job openings in Hawaii as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,709 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Medical Support Assistant (Advanced)

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Wailuku, HI

$55K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

The Medical Support Assistants (MSAs), assigned to Pacific Islands Health Care System, to include Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC), are responsible for performing a variety of technical support duties that facilitate the work of physicians, physician assistants, nurses, nursing assistants, and other members of the medical facility who provide direct patient care. MSAs are considered chief sources of patient care and patient flow of information.
Qualifications:Basic Requirements:
1. United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
2. English Language Proficiency: Medical Support Assistants must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
3. Education: High school diploma, General Education Development equivalency certificate, or proficiency certificate from a State or territorial-level Board or Department of Education.
Grandfathering Provision: May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Employees in VHA in this occupation, under a permanent, appropriate, and legal placement on the effective date of the qualification standard, are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade and/or assignment held, including positive education and registration/certification where applicable. For employees who do not meet all the basic or assignment-specific requirements in this standard but met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed, the following provisions apply:
  1. Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed on a temporary or permanent basis until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.
  2. Employees retained in this occupation under this provision who subsequently leave the occupation lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of re-entry to the occupation.
NOTE: This provision is not intended to regularize appointments/ placements.
Grade Determinations:
Medical Support Assistant (Advanced), GS-6
  • Experience: One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
    • Advanced knowledge of the technical health care process (including, but not limited to, scheduling across interdisciplinary coordinated care delivery and/or care in the community models and patient health care portals) as it relates to access to care.
    • Advanced knowledge of policies and procedures associated with interdisciplinary coordinated care delivery and/or care in the community operational activities that affect patient flow, and patient support care administrative functions to include, but not limited to appointment cycles, outside patient referrals, follow-up care, overbooking, provider availability, etc.
    • Advanced knowledge of medical terminology due to the technical nature of language utilized by clinicians.
    • Ability to collaborate and communicate with a wide range of medical clinicians across multiple disciplines (e.g., medical doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, clinical pharmacists, and nursing staff) to accomplish team goal setting to ensure medical care to patients is met.
    • Ability to independently set priorities and organize work to meet deadlines, ensuring compliance with established processes, policies, and regulations.
    • Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively, electronically, by phone, in person, and in writing, with internal and external customers. This may include preparing reports in various formats and presenting data to various organizational levels, as well as resolving patient concerns

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-6.
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirementsEducation:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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