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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$160K - $200K *

Lead national strategy execution across key accounts, guiding teams to enhance patient care, while driving performance and building collaborative cross-functional partnerships...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $350K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading our subscription business, driving growth and innovation. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experience and optimize performance, ensuring alignment...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $350K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading psychiatric care and operations. Engage with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes while supervising nurse practitioners and ensuring compliance with saf...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $289K *

Lead the charge in driving legal strategy and contract negotiations across all business units, ensuring compliance and supporting revenue growth through effective collaboration with sales, finance, an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $240K *

Lead strategic relationships with influential optometrists and ophthalmologists, shaping the Presbyopia ecosystem through education and engagement. Drive insights and collaboration across medical, mar...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding into new healthcare verticals by developing and executing go-to-market strategies, managing partnerships, and driving campaign performance. Collaborate with cross-function...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $163K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative product solutions, ensuring alignment with market needs and compliance standards while driving successful project outcomes and stakehold...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Inspire patient recruitment strategies by leading a dynamic team, collaborating with senior management, and leveraging innovative tools to enhance enrollment across clinical trials while ensuring dive...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead market expansion and provider relationships through consultative sales strategies, driving revenue growth and pipeline management within a dynamic healthcare environment while leveraging AI tools...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $350K *

Take ownership of driving new revenue growth by securing health plan contracts. Utilize your extensive payer sales expertise to navigate complex sales processes and establish relationships that expand...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Explore a dynamic role in diagnostic radiology, focusing on musculoskeletal and body imaging. Collaborate with a team of fellowship-trained professionals in a supportive environment, leveraging advanc...

Palm Beach, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $210K *

Elevate workforce management by leading recruitment, onboarding, and performance strategies. Drive clinician readiness and productivity while ensuring quality care through data-driven decision-making...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Build lasting relationships and drive customer success by leveraging insights and data to enhance client engagement and retention. Collaborate cross-functionally to inform product improvements and sup...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of client relationships by leading strategic accounts, driving satisfaction and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions, manage projects, and ensure oper...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead and expand strategic client relationships, driving satisfaction and revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-impact solutions and manage large-scale initiatives while ensuri...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing digital engagement platforms to enhance patient access and scheduling efficiency. Collaborate with clinical and IT teams to ensure system integrity and drive innovative s...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Deliver operational excellence by leading a dynamic team focused on enhancing member experience, driving efficiency, and achieving strategic goals while fostering employee engagement and development i...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$112K - $193K *

Manage capital portfolio activities, driving strategy and benefit realization through collaboration with finance and technology leaders. Ensure investments are prioritized and governed, enhancing deci...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading the oversight and optimization of the 340B program, collaborating with pharmacy and clinical teams to enhance access to care and ensuring program integrity through expert d...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $269K *

Transform clinical oversight by developing service criteria and managing care standards. Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals to ensure compliance and promote a positive, inclusive wo...

Charlotte, NCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $146K *

Elevate the insurance verification and authorization process by managing staff, developing strategies, and ensuring excellent service delivery while resolving complex patient financial needs in a coll...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Empower oncology research by leveraging real-world evidence and clinical expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance cancer treatment and support bi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Develop innovative healthcare products by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance platform capabilities and deliver impactful solutions that improve pat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$223K - $285K *

Drive enterprise growth by leading national strategies for health systems, enhancing market access, and fostering strategic partnerships to ensure the adoption of innovative screening solutions across...

Palo Alto, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $113K *

Lead financial operations and strategic planning for program teams, ensuring effective budget management, resource allocation, and compliance with regulations. Drive process improvements and enhance E...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 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.