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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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of mental health care by delivering client-centered therapy through innovative telehealth solutions, ensuring compliance and collaboration for optimal outcomes...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by overseeing a zero trust security framework. Drive strategic initiatives across identity, data protection, and network security, collaborating with leadership to en...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Drive Corporate Relations revenue growth by leading strategic partnerships and a high-performing team. Cultivate executive relationships, manage multi-million-dollar targets, and align market strategi...

Alameda, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $229K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical data systems and technology, ensuring reliable, scalable solutions while driving effective collaboration across teams to transform clinical workflows and deliver...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Transform healthcare access by driving business development and partnerships. Lead growth strategies across B2B sectors, enhance strategic client relationships, and collaborate cross-functionally to e...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Engage in leading a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-notch offensive security engagements, ensuring delivery quality and client satisfaction, while collaborating with sales to expand accounts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $133K *

Unlock potential by optimizing clinical systems and driving informatics initiatives. This role combines strategy with hands-on support across EHR applications, fostering collaboration to enhance workf...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of advanced EPIC EHR solutions. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, configure modules, and mentor junior analysts while driving...

Englewood, CORemote

2 days ago

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

$75K - $93K *

Join a team that's redefining remote radiology with flexible evening shifts. Contribute to a leading healthcare system while providing essential diagnostic services across diverse imaging needs in a s...

Boynton Beach, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$61K - $111K *

Advance operational excellence by overseeing scheduling, staffing, and administrative workflows across multiple sites. Collaborate with leadership to enhance patient care and ensure compliance while m...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$115K - $145K *

Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$600K+ *

Transform your career by joining a fully remote team focused on 100% Neuroradiology. Enjoy competitive compensation, a supportive environment, and a clear path to partnership while maintaining a healt...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead market-shaping initiatives to enhance access to diagnostics, negotiate with industry stakeholders, and collaborate on strategic product strategies for low- and middle-income countries, thereby im...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $250K *

Drive impactful connections in healthcare by matching providers with facilities. Leverage your sales expertise to build relationships, negotiate contracts, and contribute to a rewarding mission that e...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, large-scale programs and projects, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive success b...

Missouri, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $250K *

Unlock the potential of patient access by leading a high-impact team focused on payer strategy, customer engagement, and commercial success while driving measurable outcomes to transform diabetes care...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$256K - $307K *

Transform healthcare delivery by joining a dynamic team of physicians dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment. Engage with diverse patient needs while utilizing...

Huntington Beach, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Advance client success by overseeing Medical Information services, ensuring compliance with KPIs and quality standards. Lead a team in delivering accurate medical responses and managing inquiries from...

Overland Park, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $183K *

Lead the charge in optimizing G&A technology solutions, enhancing business processes through AI and automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficiency and compliance, ensuring scalable grow...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Manage contract reviews and negotiations, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance contract performance while providing expe...

Ontario, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $164K *

Champion user experience design across digital products, driving insights into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer journeys and ensure alignment with Huma...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $195K *

Empower individuals by delivering evidence-based psychiatric care and ensuring access to mental health services. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes while maintaining...

Boise, IDRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $99K *

Take ownership of coding complex inpatient accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with guidelines. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance documentation and coding practices while maintaining...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $119K *

Engage in impactful clinical documentation audits to enhance quality, compliance, and education. Drive improvements in CDI processes and patient care while collaborating with healthcare teams to ensur...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you collaborate with diverse teams to drive healthcare solutions. Leverage AI tools and project management expertise to enhance client outcomes while enjoying the flexibility...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.