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How much do full time patient access director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time patient access director in the United States is $118,814.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,500.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Patient Access Director vs Patient Access Supervisor?

AspectFull Time Patient Access DirectorPatient Access Supervisor
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or related field; certifications like CPAT or CPAS are commonUsually requires a high school diploma or associate degree; some certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple departments, manages staff, and develops policies in hospital or healthcare facilitySupervises front-line staff, manages daily patient access operations within a department
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in hospitals, large clinics, and healthcare systemsFound in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and healthcare organizations

The Full Time Patient Access Director typically holds a higher level of responsibility, overseeing entire patient access departments, while the Patient Access Supervisor manages daily operations at a departmental level. Both roles require healthcare knowledge, but the director's role involves strategic planning and leadership, whereas the supervisor focuses on staff management and operational tasks.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Patient Access Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,814 per year, or $57.1 per hour.

Director of Patient Access - FT

Northern Montana Hospital

Havre, MT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

About Northern Montana Hospital
Northern Montana Hospital (NMH) is the center of a comprehensive system of medical and health care services, staffed with a team of caring professionals who are dedicated to meeting the growing needs of our Hi-Line communities. The not-for-profit, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital features a 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department, with state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and electronic medical record services. Our large, quiet labor/birthing rooms are private and located away from other patient care areas. The private patient rooms on the 5th floor Medical/Surgical Department boast views from every window.
Administration, staff, and medical providers are committed to delivering high quality, comprehensive health care services to the people of the Hi-Line communities of Montana.
Specialties of our active staff of doctors include Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Hematology, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Pain Management, Pathology, Podiatry, Psychiatry, Psychology, Radiology and Women's Health.
For the convenience of our patients, we also host visiting physicians at our clinics in the areas of:
  • Cardiology
  • Neurology
  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Urology
  • Radiation Oncology
  • Nephrology
  • Endocrinology
  • Optometry

About the role
The Patient Access Director is an administration leader who is responsible for implementing the organizational and the departmental mission, vision, and goals. The role is responsible for supervising Patient Access staff in the Registration and Financial Clearance areas. Then Patient Access Director maintains efficient and orderly admission of inpatients and admitting process of individuals who have hospital-based outpatient testing or procedures. In addition, the Supervisor is responsible for ensuring pre-registration of patients and financial clearance of hospital based services. The Patient Access Director assures compliance with all rules and regulations/policies and procedures applicable to areas of responsibility. The Patient Access Director schedules and facilitates mandatory monthly staff meetings, in-services and continuing education sessions. The Patient Access Director is expected to take personal responsibility to stay abreast of current policies and procedures, as well as maintains proficiency in all Patient Access technologies, while providing excellent service at all times.
Qualifications
  • High School diploma required.
  • Four year degree from baccalaureate program preferred.
  • Minimum two to three years' experience in a supervisory or management position preferred.
  • Experience with Windows application systems.
  • Previous experience in health care setting preferred.
  • Professional demeanor and excellent public relations skills.
  • Must have excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to effectively calm patients and be able to deal with distressed and/or agitated patients.
  • Medical terminology and health insurance background preferred.

Health, dental, life, disability and FLEX/HSA benefits available with 403-b options.
Starting pay range varies based on experience up to 10 years.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Applicants requiring accommodation(s) during the application or interview process are encouraged to contact us at nmhcemplsrvc@nmhcare.org or 406-262-1401. Requesting an accommodation is voluntary and will not negatively affect your application. All requests will be kept confidential.
NMH will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this job