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Strive Health

Associate, Enrollment

Denver, CO

$22.12 - $25/hr

What You'll Do The Enrollment Associate is responsible for educating patients about their eligible ... This role is a high call volume remote contact center-based position that supports Strive patient ...

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How much do patient support associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient support associate in Colorado is $26.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.68 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Patient Support Associates?

Patient Support Associates are healthcare professionals who assist patients and clinical staff in hospitals and other medical facilities. Their duties often include helping patients with daily activities, transporting patients, ensuring rooms are clean and stocked, and providing general non-medical support to enhance patient comfort and safety. They play a vital role in improving the patient experience and supporting the clinical team with routine tasks. Patient Support Associates typically work under the supervision of nurses or other healthcare staff, and strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Patient Support Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Support Associate, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, strong organizational skills, and experience in healthcare environments. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic health records (EHR), and scheduling software is often required. Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to multitask help you manage patient interactions and coordinate care effectively. These skills ensure efficient patient flow, accurate information handling, and a supportive environment that enhances the overall patient experience.

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

AspectPatient Support AssociateMedical Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; optional certificationHigh school diploma; certification or diploma from accredited program often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilitiesClinics, hospitals, physician offices
Job DutiesPatient check-in, scheduling, basic patient supportClinical tasks, patient prep, vital signs, administrative duties

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

How does a Patient Support Associate typically collaborate with nurses and other healthcare staff during a shift?

Patient Support Associates work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive timely and effective care. They frequently assist with transporting patients, updating medical staff on patient needs, and helping with daily living activities under supervision. Clear communication and teamwork are essential, as Patient Support Associates often relay patient observations and assist in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. This role requires adaptability and a collaborative mindset, as priorities can shift quickly based on patient needs.
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Infographic showing various Patient Support Associate job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,266 per year, or $26.6 per hour.

Veterinary Support Associate - Patient Care or Surgery Center

Humane Society Pikes Peak Region

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Veterinary Support Associate - Patient Care or Surgery Center

Use Your Veterinary Skills to Save Lives

Are you an experienced veterinary professional looking for meaningful work that goes beyond routine appointments?

At Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR), every day presents an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals who need us most. As a Veterinary Support Associate, you'll be a critical member of our medical team, providing advanced patient care, supporting surgical procedures, and helping animals recover, heal, and find brighter futures.

Our mission is simple but impactful: HSPPR offers compassionate care to animals, supports safe communities, and provides socially conscious sheltering. If you're passionate about shelter medicine, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want your work to directly support life-saving efforts, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Support Associate, you'll provide high-level medical and surgical support while helping ensure exceptional care for animals throughout their treatment journey.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
  • Drawing blood, placing IV catheters, administering medications, and providing nursing care
  • Calculating drug dosages and fluid rates accurately
  • Monitoring anesthesia and assisting with surgical preparation and recovery
  • Intubating, extubating, and monitoring patients during procedures
  • Performing in-house laboratory testing and radiographs
  • Triaging incoming medical cases and communicating patient status to veterinarians and staff
  • Providing care for hospitalized, isolation, foster, and recovering patients
  • Maintaining accurate medical records and updating shelter software systems
  • Supporting vaccination and treatment protocols
  • Providing medical care for animals in parvovirus and ringworm isolation wards
  • Training and assisting volunteers, externs, and team members as needed
  • Assisting with humane euthanasia procedures when necessary
  • Collaborating with veterinary, shelter, foster, and adoption teams to ensure the best possible outcomes for animals
What We're Looking For

Successful candidates are:

  • Passionate about animal welfare and shelter medicine
  • Skilled in veterinary patient care and clinical procedures
  • Calm and confident when prioritizing multiple medical cases
  • Compassionate toward animals and professional when interacting with clients, volunteers, and coworkers
  • Detail-oriented with strong medical documentation skills
  • Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where every day is different
  • Team-focused and committed to HSPPR's mission and values
Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Prior animal handling experience
  • Minimum of two years of experience in a veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or similar veterinary setting
  • Ability to effectively communicate, solve problems, and perform medical calculations

Preferred:

  • Veterinary Assistant Certificate from an accredited institution
  • Enrollment in or completion of a Veterinary Technician program
  • Previous shelter medicine experience
Physical Requirements

This active, hands-on position requires:

  • Standing and walking for extended periods throughout the day
  • Frequent lifting and moving of animals and equipment weighing 25+ pounds and occasionally 40+ pounds
  • Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching
  • Working around animals, animal allergens, cleaning agents, and varying environmental conditions
  • Exposure to medical procedures, infectious disease wards, and shelter environments
Schedule
  • Full-time schedule
  • Regular schedule includes at least one weekend day
  • May include evening, weekend, and holiday shifts based on operational needs
Why Join HSPPR?

Shelter medicine is unlike any other veterinary field. Here, your skills don't just improve lives-they help save them.

At HSPPR, you'll work alongside a dedicated team committed to providing compassionate care, advancing animal welfare, and serving our community. You'll gain experience with a wide variety of medical cases, contribute to life-saving programs, and make a lasting impact on the animals who depend on us.

If you're ready to put your veterinary skills to work for a mission that matters, apply today and help us create brighter futures for animals in need.

** Applications close on Thursday, July 9, 2026, or until position is filled **

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer comprehensive benefits to our full-time staff.

Benefits include:

Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision Plans ~~ Supplemental Group Life Insurance ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~ Holidays ~~ Direct Deposit ~~ Personal Pet Perks ~~ Wellness Programs ~~ Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employment

The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/.

The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community.

Core Values Statements-

  • Compassion: We believe that animals matter. We are committed to treating animals and people with kindness, respect and compassion.
  • Stewardship: We are accountable and transparent in our actions and in the use of our resources to build trust in those we serve.
  • Integrity: We believe we can make the greatest impact by staying true to our mission, always doing what is best for the animals and people of our community, and by standing united in our decisions.
  • Excellence: We are passionate about our mission, and strive for excellence through continual learning, innovation and the development of our board, staff and volunteers.
  • Collaboration: We seek strategic partnerships and alliances to advance the welfare and protection of animals and people.
  • Service: We exist to serve our communities and operate with this commitment to serve as front and center in all we do.

As a condition of employment with HSPPR, you will be required to authorize HSPPR and ProScreening to conduct a background check before confirming an employment start date. The background check will include a criminal investigation, verification of citizenship/immigration status, and a motor vehicle record. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that any offers of employment will be contingent upon completion of the background check to the satisfaction of HSPPR.

In consideration of any offers of employment made as a result of your interest in this position, by applying for this position, you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against HSPPR for invasion of privacy in respect to drug testing and background checks as listed above.

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