Patient Access Director Jobs

Explore Patient Access Director opportunities on Ladders, featuring vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Patient Access Directors lead the teams and processes that help patients navigate care, from initial scheduling and registration through financial clearance and service coordination. Find leadership roles where you can improve access, strengthen operations, and make healthcare easier to navigate.

What Does a Patient Access Director Do?

A Patient Access Director oversees functions such as patient registration, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, eligibility, financial counseling, and admissions. The role often partners with clinical departments, revenue cycle teams, information technology, and executive leadership to create efficient workflows and a consistent patient experience.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek healthcare operations leaders with experience managing patient access teams, improving service quality, and monitoring operational performance. Useful strengths include communication, change management, process improvement, staff development, and familiarity with healthcare regulations, payer requirements, electronic health records, and revenue cycle practices. Requirements vary by organization and role.

Patient Access Director Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as employer, location, organization size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore senior patient access leadership opportunities. Review each listing for current salary details and qualifications.

Find Patient Access Director Jobs on Ladders

Browse Patient Access Director openings and related healthcare leadership roles on Ladders. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation, then identify opportunities that align with your experience in patient access, healthcare administration, or revenue cycle operations.

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$195K - $217K *

Drive client success by leading strategic initiatives and fostering strong relationships in healthcare technology. Leverage deep domain expertise to enhance outcomes and ensure effective use of soluti...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower cross-functional teams to drive the Future of Medicine initiatives, ensuring scalable processes and compliance while enhancing patient safety and experience through strategic planning and exec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $228K *

Transform the Ad Tech landscape by leading cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery and execution of complex technology portfolios, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Engage in high-impact medicine as a frontline Member Access Provider, initiating treatment and supporting patients in their recovery during the critical early weeks, while collaborating with a multidi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical reimbursement strategies across skilled nursing facilities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful solutions as a Healthcare Technology Manager, optimizing Epic Patient Access systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance workflows and deliver sustainable results in a suppo...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Lead the strategy and execution of marketing programs to enhance member experience throughout their journey, ensuring clear communication and engagement across all touchpoints while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$223K - $313K *

Elevate healthcare outcomes by leading clinical determinations and authorizations. Utilize your medical expertise to ensure compliance with national guidelines while collaborating with diverse teams i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $299K *

Champion exceptional service delivery by leading Help Desk operations, ensuring high-quality support for members and stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and effective i...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $213K *

Shape the future of virtual care by driving strategic initiatives and enhancing program performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational efficiency and lead the development o...

Tempe, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $236K *

Transform the Virtual Care program by driving strategy and execution of key projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency and improve performance metrics while leading a t...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $216K *

Champion risk adjustment initiatives by leading enterprise-wide programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in data reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance...

Tennessee, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Drive operational excellence by leading care team operations and enhancing member experiences. Build scalable systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality interactions across all touchpoin...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at healthcare organizations by optimizing EHR configurations and processes. Collaborate remotely with clients to enhance revenue cycle workflows and improve patient outcomes using...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships and driving success. Oversee client performance, mentor staff, and ensure compliance while collaborating with various departments to deli...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by translating complex business needs into precise HRP configurations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency while driving continuous...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of patient access by leading a high-performing team focused on strategic execution and measurable impact in the Psychiatry field. Drive compliance, culture, and collaboration across f...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic government programs, managing P&L, and driving operational excellence. Oversee contract delivery, mentor staff, and foster client relationships to ensure growth a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Oversee clinical operations across senior living communities, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and staff training. Collaborate with leadership to enhance health and wellness...

Oregon, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $237K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Utilization Management operations, driving project success, enhancing clinical collaboration, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to improve member outcomes...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$194K - $361K *

Lead strategic market access initiatives to optimize patient access and commercial success for innovative therapies. Collaborate across teams to influence investment decisions and enhance evidence gen...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $129K *

Join our team to evaluate medication therapy and enhance Utilization Management strategies. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care through effective Prior Authorizati...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative clinical documentation initiatives that enhance quality, compliance, and revenue cycle outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to redefine workflows an...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$236K - $449K *

Innovate medical quality improvement and management processes while directing utilization review activities. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance care quality and optimize health outcomes for di...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $262K *

Drive enterprise vendor management strategy by overseeing vendor relationships, governance, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance o...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Patient Access Director do?question toggle

    A Patient Access Director leads teams and processes that support patients before and during care, including scheduling, registration, insurance verification, admissions, and financial clearance. The role typically focuses on operational performance and the patient experience.

  • What qualifications are common for Patient Access Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for healthcare operations or patient access leadership experience, team management skills, and knowledge of registration, scheduling, payer processes, and revenue cycle workflows. Specific education and experience requirements vary by employer.

  • How much do Patient Access Directors earn?question toggle

    Salary varies by location, employer, organization size, experience, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Patient Access Director jobs?question toggle

    You can explore Patient Access Director openings on Ladders, along with related healthcare operations and revenue cycle leadership roles. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, and salary information.