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How much do patient admissions coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient admissions coordinator in the United States is $25.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient admissions coordinator?

Patient Admissions Coordinators are healthcare professionals responsible for managing the admission process for patients entering a hospital or medical facility. Their duties include gathering and verifying patient information, explaining admission procedures, coordinating with medical staff, and ensuring all necessary documentation is completed. They play a key role in ensuring a smooth and efficient transition for patients into the healthcare system, often serving as the first point of contact for patients and families. Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills are essential for this role.

How does a patient admissions coordinator typically interact with other departments within a healthcare facility?

A Patient Admissions Coordinator regularly collaborates with various departments, including nursing, billing, and medical records, to ensure a smooth and efficient admissions process. They communicate patient information to clinical teams, verify insurance details with billing, and coordinate with case management for special needs or complex admissions. This role often requires strong communication and organizational skills, as effective teamwork is essential to provide seamless patient care and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patient admissions coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Admissions Coordinator, you need a strong understanding of healthcare administration, attention to detail, and experience with patient intake processes, often supported by a relevant associate degree or healthcare certification. Proficiency in hospital information systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and scheduling software is typically required. Excellent interpersonal communication, organizational skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help individuals excel in this role. These skills ensure efficient, accurate admissions, positive patient experiences, and smooth coordination between departments.
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Infographic showing various Patient Admissions Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,575 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Territory Patient Admission Coordinator

San Marcos, CA • On-site


AccentCare
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

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$28 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 7 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


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Overview

Territory Patient Admissions Coordinator

Pay: $28-$32 per hour, based on experience

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401k, and more!

Schedule: Full-time | Monday – Friday | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | One weekend per month

On-site in SAN MARCOS, CA

Find your passion and purpose by creating a welcoming and seamless experience for patients, families, and referral partners. The Territory Patient Admissions Coordinator serves a defined territory and builds strong relationships with clients, caregivers, referral sources, and internal teams to support timely, high-quality admissions. By carefully reviewing referrals against established criteria and gathering complete documentation, the Territory Patient Admissions Coordinator ensures each patient is set up for the best possible care journey. Working closely with agency staff and sales partners, this position helps drive positive outcomes and exceptional satisfaction. With a territory that may span multiple states and evolve, this role offers meaningful impact, collaboration, and the opportunity to support patients at an important moment in their care experience.

What You Need to Know

Territory Patient Admissions Coordinator Qualifications

  • Home health experience required
  • Medical back office experience required
  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Prior use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR), HCHB preferred
  • Experience in dealing with a variety of payors in healthcare, including Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers preferred

Territory Patient Admissions Coordinator Responsibilities

  • Collaborates and maintains effective communication with the Referral Source, Sales teams, Clients, and/or local agency operations to collect needed information to process a quality referral.
  • Documents all referral-related Information, actions taken, and follow-up required in the medical record in a timely and accurate manner. As applicable, utilizes the agency's software solution to facilitate the referral process by completing required workflow tasks within the Company's established timeframes.
  • Ensures timely attention to referrals received from a variety of platforms, e.g., eFax, telephone, or referral portal/Hospital EMR portal.
  • Reviews Eligibility Alerts and Responses for Medicare Clients.
  • Requests, H&P, Discharge Summary, and other documents needed for ICD-10 coding by the CPOCC team, if not received with the referral information.
  • Completes a "Follow Up" call to the Client/Caregiver/Referral Source to collect or confirm information. Example: confirms out-of-pocket expenses, clarifies the teachable caregiver, and collects missing demographic and physician information.

You can find success in this role if you've held the following positions: Patient Access Coordinator, Admissions Coordinator, Intake Coordinator, Referral Coordinator, Patient Intake Specialist, Clinical Intake Coordinator, Care Transitions Coordinator, Patient Services Coordinator, Admissions & Referral Specialist, Patient Access Representative, Territory Intake Specialist, Care Coordination Specialist.

This position's assigned territory may encompass one or more states in AccentCare's operation and may change, if needed.

Our Investment in You

We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits and rewards to full-time employees who work over 30 hours per week and their families, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Company-matching 401(k)
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
  • Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
  • And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, our care is most compassionate when we empathize and engage with everyone, and we are at our best when we value diverse perspectives, foster open dialogue, and enact change. And we are stronger when each of us is empowered to grow, be our unique selves, and feel a sense of inclusion and belonging.

AccentCare is proud to build a culture and inclusive infrastructure to help elevate the voice of all our employees with a special focus on the underrepresented and marginalized. We offer equal employment opportunities regardless of a person's race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental disability, physical disability, or any other protected classification.

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AccentCare is the 4th largest home health company in the nation with a history of care of over 50 years. We have more than 30,000 qualified professionals in over 242 offices who are dedicated to improving the quality of living. With advanced technologies, proprietary programs, and extensive training, our caring team members uphold our mission for over 200,000 patients and clients each year.

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Hospitals

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1999


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