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How much do intake associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for intake associate in the United States is $26.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $32.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Intake Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intake Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with client or patient intake processes, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant administrative background. Familiarity with data entry software, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and electronic records is typically required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities help Intake Associates effectively interact with clients and coordinate with team members. These skills are crucial for accurately gathering information, ensuring smooth onboarding, and maintaining high-quality client service.

What are some common challenges Intake Associates face when managing high volumes of new client cases?

Intake Associates often encounter periods of high demand, where they must efficiently process a large number of new client intakes while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. Balancing thorough data collection with timely responses can be challenging, especially when working with sensitive or urgent cases. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with both clients and internal teams are essential to navigating these busy periods successfully.

What are Intake Associates?

Intake Associates are professionals primarily responsible for greeting clients, collecting initial information, and ensuring all documentation is complete when individuals seek services from an organization, such as a law firm, healthcare provider, or social service agency. They are often the first point of contact and play a crucial role in assessing client needs, verifying eligibility, and preparing files for further processing. Their work helps ensure a smooth onboarding process and efficient workflow for the team. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Intake Associate vs Medical Secretary?

AspectIntake AssociateMedical Secretary
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer healthcare-related certificationsHigh school diploma; medical office administration certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, clinics, hospitalsMedical offices, clinics, hospitals
Primary ResponsibilitiesGathering patient information, scheduling, initial data entryManaging correspondence, scheduling, medical record management
Common UsagePatient intake, insurance verificationAdministrative support, appointment coordination

While both roles support healthcare operations, Intake Associates focus on patient intake and data collection, whereas Medical Secretaries handle administrative tasks like scheduling and correspondence. Both positions require strong organizational skills and familiarity with medical environments, but their specific duties differ based on patient interaction versus administrative support.

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Customer Intake Associate - Part Time

Customer Intake Associate - Part Time

Ayr Wellness

Las Vegas, NV

$13.75 - $19/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago


Ayr Wellness rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 29 rated cannabis dispensaries


Job description

Company Description

Ayr Wellness is a leading U.S. multi-state cannabis operator with more than 90licensed retail locations across Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Nevada, and soon, Virginia. We cultivate, manufacture, and sell a broad portfolio of high-quality cannabis products, proudly serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers across our markets.

At Ayr, our strength lies in our people. We're re-imagining how we work across every part of our business, and we're looking for builders and doers to roll up their sleeves and help shape what's next.

The cannabis industry is fast-moving, complex, and full of opportunity. Together, we're not only shaping a company, but also building the future of cannabis. At Ayr you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career alongside a company positioning itself for long-term success.

For more information, please visit www.ayrwellness.com.

Job Summary

The Intake position is the initial first point of contact for our Dispensaries. So, you set the tone! It is imperative that all patients and customers are greeted, both in-person and over-the-phone, with a positive and warm welcome. Must have strong customer service skills, a great outgoing attitude, along with a stellar work ethic. The Intake team member is also responsible for cleanliness of the front desk and lobby area.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provides the highest level of customer service while interacting with patients and customers on-site and over the phone by having an optimistic attitude and welcoming personality.
  • Process-in patients and customers by validating identification and entering information into our POS system.
  • Operate front desk responsibilities such as answering phones, emails, checking-in patients, and updating patient files.
  • Provide all new patients/customers with a brief explanation of services.
  • Become well educated with all cannabis products offered and/or be willing to learn
  • Manage all visitor access of vendors, contractors, etc., partnered with Store Manager or Assistant Manager
  • Act as the liaison to all departments on security needs
  • Motivated to learn and execute new tasks during downtime
  • Take pride in the appearance of the store by ensuring all areas, including restrooms, are consistently clean, safe, and guest-ready

Qualifications

  • Must stay current and adhere to all policies and regulations of the state cannabis agency.
  • Must meet age requirement as outlined by state cannabis agency.
  • Able to pass all background checks as required by state cannabis agency.
  • Able to accommodate scheduling that may include varied shifts, weekends and holidays.
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with customers/caregivers and team members.
  • Prior customer service experience in a hospitality, pharmacy, customer services or retail environment.
  • Works in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication capabilities

Education

High school diploma/GED required

Experience

1-3 years working in a retail setting or inventory setting

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude)

Customer Obsessed: Dedicated to creating a remarkable experience for both internal and external customers; builds rapport and maintains meaningful and effective relationships creating trustful, authentic connections; viewed as a good listener and is easy to approach and talk to and is often in the know early in any given situation.

Relationship Building: Viewed as a truthful individual who shares authentic and constructive feedback in a respectful manner in the spirit of being a force for good; builds mutual respect and trust by listening, learning, and acting with compassion to encourage others in discovering their genius; takes responsibility for mistakes and offers impactful solutions; recognizes personal strengths and weaknesses; seeks and openly welcomes feedback for continuous improvement and personal growth.

Results Oriented: Empowered with the knowledge of their potential this person learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner, open to change, analyzes successes and failures for continuous improvement, experiments and will try anything to find solutions that support an ecosystem of knowledge; enjoys challenge of unfamiliar tasks, quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything.

Functional/Technical Skill: Possesses functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level of accomplishment; understands how their job function supports being a force for good

Direct reports

No direct reports

Working conditions

  • Work is primarily performed in a dispensary setting. The working area may be odorous at times and loud due to fans and filtration systems, fluctuating between cold and warm temperatures
  • Involves frequent contact with staff, vendors and customers. Work may include dealing with law enforcement and occasional State inspectors

Physical requirements

  • Able to perform general administrative activities
  • Frequently operates computer/POS system and other standard office equipment such as printers, phones and photocopy machines.
  • The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position when checking in customers or when operating the register.
  • Constantly moves and transports dispensary products/totes up to 30 lbs. throughout the dispensary.
  • Ability to twist, turn, bend, stand and walk as required to perform the duties associated with functioning as a dispensary agent

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

AYR Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Employment Type: Part-Time

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