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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$500K+*

Champion the future of neuroradiology by providing expert diagnostic services in a collaborative, supportive environment. Engage with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care across multiple faci...

Greensboro, NCRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$232K - $290K *

Shape the future of global People Operations by leading innovative HR service delivery, enhancing employee experiences, and driving operational excellence in a rapidly scaling biopharmaceutical enviro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Architect innovative laboratory solutions by designing, developing, and deploying clinical applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and ensure seamless integration, driving ope...

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6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower the Demand Generation Team by owning Network API use cases, translating complex technical capabilities into compelling market narratives and customer value propositions, while mentoring peers...

Orlando, FLRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$75K - $94K *

Optimize talent acquisition by partnering with clinical leadership to recruit licensed mental health therapists. Drive the full-cycle recruiting process, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience w...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$163K - $224K *

Empower our federal sector solutions by leading partnerships, optimizing programs, and managing P&L for growth. Collaborate on strategy to enhance healthcare services using innovative approaches and d...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive the expansion of facility-side claim arbitration, transforming complex reimbursement processes into actionable strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to define product requirements and suppo...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $280K *

Lead a dynamic team in driving commercial success across Neuroscience and Cardiovascular portfolios. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance customer engagement and execute strategic bus...

Florida, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Engineer impactful relationships in oncology by promoting innovative therapies, driving patient access, and exceeding performance goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance care delivery and leve...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Transform the oncology landscape by driving product success and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to enhance patient access and deliver innovative solutions...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Empower value evidence strategies across diagnostic and therapeutic portfolios, integrating health economics insights with clinical development to drive payer engagement, reimbursement, and market acc...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $131K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by driving business growth and fostering client relationships. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to expand our market presence and enhance profita...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $193K *

Champion the development of a new Provider Data Management Platform, leading strategy, design, and implementation. Oversee user interface and data architecture, ensuring seamless integration and gover...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $201K *

Drive growth and optimize sales strategies by leading and mentoring a dynamic team. Foster relationships with clients and develop training programs to enhance performance, contributing to market expan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $225K *

Engage in a pivotal role providing comprehensive legal guidance across all business units, ensuring compliance and governance as the company scales. Lead privacy and data protection initiatives while...

Toronto, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Innovate data-driven insights to advance health equity by translating complex healthcare data into actionable reports and dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify disparities and improve...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional pharmacy services, ensuring medication safety and quality. Guide a team while enhancing patient care through management and innovation in pharmaceutical pract...

Bridgeport, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $129K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable Workday Finance solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure compliance. Drive system architecture and integrati...

Wisconsin, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$260K - $270K *

Unlock your potential as a Psychiatrist, providing advanced outpatient care via virtual platforms. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive treatment for diverse psychiatric c...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $115K *

Manage the end-to-end onboarding of clients, ensuring exceptional outcomes through strong relationships, effective project management, and data analysis in a fast-paced, high-growth environment...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming patient care in rare diseases. Drive territory strategy, build partnerships, and promote innovative therapies while navigating a dynamic healthcare landsca...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $206K *

Transform the accounting landscape by leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, standardize processes, and drive technology integration, all while ensuring public company read...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $140K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   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.