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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$97K - $156K *

Transform your career by managing complex medical liability claims, providing proactive service, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive effective resolutions and strategies. Join us in d...

Seattle, WARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $193K *

Champion financial leadership for shared services in a dynamic environment, overseeing forecasting, budgeting, and reporting while driving cost management and accountability across a complex organizat...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$169K - $282K *

Join a team that's redefining oncology clinical operations by leading a dynamic portfolio of studies. Drive excellence in delivery, manage complex projects, and mentor a talented team to ensure high-q...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $210K *

Drive growth by leading a dynamic sales team in the oncology sector, focusing on strategy execution, client relationships, and market insights to achieve revenue targets and enhance service delivery...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead strategic outreach initiatives that enhance security protections for governmental entities. Drive customer engagement through education and marketing of Managed Security Services, whil...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $144K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Epic Population Health applications, ensuring effective support, administration, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance patient engagement and improve...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

Champion operational excellence by overseeing centralized care delivery support services. Drive performance improvements, optimize workflows, and enhance patient access while collaborating with clinic...

Atlanta, GARemote

Yesterday

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

$86K - $138K *

Unlock innovative healthcare solutions by leading product strategy and lifecycle management for clinical programs. Collaborate across teams to enhance member experiences and drive business value while...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team to enhance payer contract management and client services in value-based care. Collaborate with internal departments to optimize performance and ensure su...

Detroit, MIRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K *

Empower clients by managing complex care needs through remote case management, ensuring access to high-quality treatment and support. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client engagem...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Reimagine client success by managing relationships and ensuring seamless communication across teams. Drive operational excellence and enhance client satisfaction through proactive updates, coordinatio...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts to develop an AI Patient Engagement Agent, transforming clinical trials by automating patient interactions and enhancing operational efficiency for...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in revolutionizing cancer screening by engaging healthcare providers and driving adoption of innovative diagnostic technologies that can save lives and reduce costs through early detec...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $213K *

Champion innovative programming solutions to enhance clinical studies, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead programming strategies for assigned compounds...

New Jersey, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $165K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise growth as you manage strategic relationships with healthcare systems. Your expertise will bridge teams and engage C-suite leaders, enhancing our portfolio value acr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $99K *

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Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $255K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading strategic payor relationships and driving reimbursement strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance patient access and optimize coverage for innovat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional service and support to customers, managing maintenance operations, and executing technical strategies while fostering talent development and ensuring high-qua...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing biomedical service operations. Lead a skilled team of technicians, ensuring high-quality support and customer satisfaction across the Pacific Northwest while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform pharmacy outcomes by leading managed care initiatives that optimize clinical programs, enhance stakeholder collaboration, and drive cost efficiencies in pharmacy benefit management...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining scientific data management in drug discovery. Lead the scientific data team, bridging scientists and engineers to ensure data integrity, quality, and innovative solutions...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to drive awareness and adoption of an AI-powered assay in oncology. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient care through education and strategic engagement, ensuring opt...

Missouri, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $149K *

Unlock vendor performance by leading analytics and risk adjustment initiatives across healthcare programs. Drive strategy, manage relationships, and ensure accurate reporting to optimize operational s...

Newark, NJRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior leader driving profitable growth in healthcare services. Oversee sales strategy, lead a high-performing team, and collaborate across functions to deliver innovative sol...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.