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How much do patient support associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient support associate in Minnesota is $24.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient support associate?

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 Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,476 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Clinical Support Associate

Childrens Health Care

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

About Children’s Minnesota
Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.
Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023's Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.
Department Overview

Our St. Paul float team is an integral part of nursing services and provides a valuable resource to the entire Children's Minnesota St. Paul Campus. Float team members apply skills in a number of areas and are extremely knowledgeable, resourceful and flexible with the care they provide and units they support. Our nursing care team consists of registered nurses, clinical support associates and unit operations coordinators. RNs hired into this area would support all medical surgical areas as well have the option of choosing the NICU or the PICU track (including the ED and PACU), while Unit Operations Coordinators and Clinical Support Associates hired into this area would support all the areas in the hospital on the St Paul campus.

This approach offers the flexibility of working in different units while learning new skills every day. We value teamwork, open communication, safety and respect. We embrace an environment that encourages learning and professional growth. Our amazing team is committed to providing excellent care to our patients and families. We incorporate the Comfort Promise into our care - ensuring that procedural pain is minimized whenever possible. Our family-centered focus strives to consider social, economic and cultural diversity - living our core value of putting "Kids First."


Position Summary
Provides safe patient care as delegated by licensed nursing staff and maintains equipment and supplies per unit standard.
Completed a nursing assistant course or equivalent experience, or completed a nursing or health care related clinical practicum course. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Education
*High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience
*One year of previous Nursing Assistant experience or equivalent experience preferred.
Skills and Abilities
*Proficient communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills required.
*Strong organizational skills.
*Excellent customer service skills.
*Must be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English to perform functions of the position.
*Skills in basic computer operation.
Physical Demands
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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee's scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.
In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
Children's Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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