Patient Access Manager Jobs

Discover Patient Access Manager opportunities that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. Patient access managers help healthcare organizations create a smooth, efficient experience from a patient’s first contact through registration, scheduling, and financial clearance. Browse vetted leadership roles at hospitals, health systems, and other care organizations.

What Does a Patient Access Manager Do?

Patient Access Managers oversee the teams and processes that connect patients with care. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing admissions and registration, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, prior authorization, eligibility checks, estimates, and patient financial counseling. They work across clinical, revenue cycle, and administrative teams to help reduce delays, support accurate records, and improve the patient experience.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek healthcare operations or patient access leadership experience, strong communication and people-management skills, and the ability to improve workflows using performance data. Familiarity with electronic health records, registration or scheduling platforms, insurance requirements, revenue cycle processes, and applicable privacy and compliance standards can be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and role; some positions may prefer a relevant degree or professional certification.

Patient Access Manager Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as employer, location, organization size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, so explore current listings to compare roles and identify positions aligned with your background. Experienced managers may pursue broader leadership opportunities in patient access, healthcare administration, revenue cycle management, or operations.

Find Patient Access Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Patient Access Manager jobs on Ladders to find professional opportunities at the $100K+ level. Review job requirements, compare leadership responsibilities, and explore roles that match your healthcare operations experience and career goals.

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$100K - $120K *

Lead the development and execution of capture strategies, enhancing business growth through market analysis, proposal management, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive organizational success by ex...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $228K *

Champion patient-focused initiatives by leading strategy and execution of ambassador programs. Build relationships with patients and advocacy groups to enhance engagement and ensure their voices shape...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive client success by leading strategic relationships and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize client experiences and identify growth opportunities within the healt...

Dallas, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform client relationships by serving as the primary IT liaison, ensuring effective communication, project management, and successful technology solutions delivery. Collaborate with cross-function...

Louisville, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $136K *

Partner with us to enhance member health through integrated case management. You'll develop and monitor care plans, conduct assessments, and coordinate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $98K *

Elevate quality operations by leading corrective action plans (CAPs) for regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability, resolve barriers, and ensure sustained...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $140K *

Drive impactful transformation initiatives by leading complex, cross-functional programs. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure successful delivery, manage risks, and align resources to achieve...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and oversee Medicare cost report audits, ensuring compliance with CMS regulations. Mentor junior auditors while managing complex reimbursement projects and maintaining provider relations to en...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $184K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient access by providing expert guidance on healthcare processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to address access barriers and ensure compliance while sup...

North Wales, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $110K *

Join a team that's optimizing programmatic advertising initiatives, managing campaigns, and enhancing revenue through data-driven insights and strong partner relationships. Your analytical skills will...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate program implementation and stakeholder engagement in pharmaceutical market access. Oversee daily operations, client relations, and staff management while ensuring adherence to budgets and p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform billing operations by leading a team to optimize healthcare revenue cycle processes, ensuring timely and accurate claims submission while driving performance improvements and fostering stron...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $106K *

Transform client payment policies by ensuring accuracy and compliance. Engage with internal and external teams to manage medical policy updates, conduct analyses, and enhance client relationships whil...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of patient access by leading a high-performing team focused on strategic execution and measurable impact in the Psychiatry field. Drive compliance, culture, and collaboration across f...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $222K *

Drive market access strategies by educating providers on reimbursement policies and patient support services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product accessibility and ensure compli...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to patient safety in the operating room. As an IOM Technologist, you'll monitor critical neurological functions during surgery, collaborating closely with surgeons to ensu...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading a remote team in managing healthcare operations and compliance for a Federal IDRE program. Drive performance, enhance quality, and ensure regulatory adherence while fost...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $217K *

Drive client success by leading strategic initiatives and fostering strong relationships in healthcare technology. Leverage deep domain expertise to enhance outcomes and ensure effective use of soluti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to ensure exceptional client engagement by managing the entire client lifecycle in revenue cycle management, driving success through effective liaison between operational teams and cli...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Advance client partnerships by managing strategic initiatives, driving engagement, and optimizing healthcare solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and achieve clinical...

Missouri, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $177K *

Champion the management of Hospital Professional Liability claims, ensuring effective strategies for resolution and compliance. Lead investigations, evaluate claims, and collaborate with legal teams t...

Maywood, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of clinical research by ensuring effective oversight and management of clinical studies. Collaborate with teams to uphold quality standards and drive successful st...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$73K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Epic Professional Billing workflows. Leverage your expertise to analyze, design, and implement solutions while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance ope...

Worcester, MARemote

6 days ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Patient Access Manager do?question toggle

    A Patient Access Manager leads processes and teams involved in patient registration, admissions, scheduling, insurance verification, financial clearance, and related front-end healthcare operations. The exact scope varies by employer.

  • What qualifications are needed for Patient Access Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically value experience in healthcare administration, patient access, revenue cycle, or operations, along with leadership, communication, and process-improvement skills. Some roles may require or prefer a degree, certification, or experience with specific systems.

  • How much do Patient Access Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, employer, experience, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where do Patient Access Managers work?question toggle

    They commonly work for hospitals, health systems, medical groups, and other healthcare organizations. Their responsibilities may span registration, scheduling, admissions, and patient financial services.

  • What career paths can follow a Patient Access Manager role?question toggle

    With relevant experience, Patient Access Managers may advance into senior patient access leadership, healthcare administration, revenue cycle management, or broader healthcare operations roles.