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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$100K - $120K *

Advance global clinical trials by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while managing timelines and budgets to deliver impactful results in Oncology research...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $157K *

Empower your career by leading recoupment claim management and BOT automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance while managing multiple p...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Elevate healthcare delivery by providing remote GI services to Veterans. Collaborate with facility leaders to establish clinics, manage patient panels, and ensure timely access to care while adhering...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $230K *

Drive impactful oncology product promotion by building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage clinical expertise and market insights to exceed performance goals while ensuring patient ac...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $156K *

Lead the design and configuration of business systems for Epic Beaker/EpicCare Link. Serve as a primary support contact, mentor junior analysts, and drive continuous improvement in workflows and techn...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Empower your career as a remote General Radiologist, interpreting diverse cases with a focus on work-life balance. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and a supportive practice enviro...

Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $173K *

Engage with a diverse patient panel, providing comprehensive care through in-office, tele-health, and collaborative team approaches while continuously enhancing clinical skills and adapting to patient...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$177K - $278K *

Champion innovative patient recruitment strategies to enhance clinical trial engagement and retention. Lead a dynamic team, leveraging data and technology to optimize enrollment across diverse therape...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock operational excellence by managing administrative functions, recruiting, and onboarding for a growing inpatient practice. Collaborate with leadership to enhance staffing models and ensure compl...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Drive the medical strategy by shaping partnerships and guiding evidence generation. Lead initiatives that connect clinical needs with business objectives, enhancing patient access and supporting innov...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $192K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$275K - $325K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$213K - $293K *

Lead the Customer Success strategy to drive loyalty, retention, and growth. Foster a customer-centric culture, deliver exceptional experiences, and ensure measurable value for clients while building r...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $186K *

Engage with health systems to drive strategic projects, enhance pharmacy solutions, and deliver impactful consulting services while mentoring and collaborating with clients to achieve transformative h...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $275K *

Optimize quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and drive improvements across all operations. Lead a talented team to establish and maintain an effective Quality Ma...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development and management of provider networks across all business lines, focusing on innovative reimbursement models and enhanced member experiences while collaborating with internal and e...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $121K *

Join a team that's redefining coding excellence by leading operational strategies, managing staff performance, and ensuring compliance in inpatient coding processes to enhance efficiency and quality a...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Champion market access strategies for innovative healthcare products, driving payer engagement and reimbursement pathways. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance adoption and streamline operatio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $242K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical operations by leading program strategies, ensuring high-quality execution of clinical studies, and collaborating with global partners to drive innovation and eff...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.