PermanentPosted yesterday
Patient Access / Registration (ADMITTING REGISTRAR) 40D
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$17.50–$23.80/ hour
New this week
Patient Access Representative jobs in Waterbury, CT
Patient Access Representatives in the Waterbury area earn a median of $18.55 per hour, about $38,590 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.76 and $21.87. That ranks 68th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 97th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Waterbury. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Waterbury.
- $18.55median pay per hour, Waterbury
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 1,550employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Patient Access Representative pay in Waterbury, CT
The metro median is 1% below the Connecticut statewide median of $18.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,550 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Waterbury-Shelton metro area, 9.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.57).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.69 | $32,640 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.76 | $34,860 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.55 | $38,590 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.87 | $45,490 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.38 | $48,630 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Waterbury ranks
- 68th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 97th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 Connecticut metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for patient access representative. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Receptionists and Information Clerks.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Receptionists and Information Clerks (SOC 43-4171), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Waterbury
- Overall prices in Waterbury-Shelton run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.55 median hour buys what $18.59 buys at the national price level, 4% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$668
- Per year: $33,390
- Per month: $2,782
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Waterbury-Shelton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Patient Access Representative roles in Connecticut
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Waterbury as they open.
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Patient Access / Registration Rep - 8hr/wk
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$17.50–$25.00/ hour
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Patient Access / Registration FT
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$17.50–$25.00/ hour
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Patient Access Representative
Trinity Health · Connecticut
$17.50–$25.00/ hour
Hospitals in Waterbury
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waterbury.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's Hospital Waterbury, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Waterbury Hospital Waterbury, CT | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Patient Access Representative pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | 18 mi | $19.42/hr | 137,562 |
| Hartford, CT | 23 mi | $18.41/hr | 122,129 |
| Danbury, CT | 25 mi | $19.41/hr | 88,692 |
| Bridgeport, CT | 27 mi | $19.41/hr | 151,599 |
| Stamford, CT | 42 mi | $19.41/hr | 139,134 |
| Springfield, MA | 46 mi | $18.80/hr | 154,888 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Connecticut · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Connecticut
Patient access representatives register patients, verify insurance and collect information at the front door of care.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Customer service experience; healthcare registration experience is a plus
- Familiarity with EHR systems such as Epic
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Waterbury, CT?
Patient Access Representatives in the Waterbury-Shelton metro area have a median pay of $18.55 per hour, about $38,590 a year. The middle half earn between $16.76 and $21.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Waterbury a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Waterbury-Shelton ranks 97th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 68th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Waterbury?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waterbury, led by Saint Mary's Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Waterbury as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 4 postings$21.25/ hr$18–$25
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$39.79/ hr$30–$46
- CommonSpirit HealthGRASS VALLEY, CA · 12 postings$29.68/ hr$25–$35
- CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 17 postings$28.00/ hr$22–$39
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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$21.25High$25
4 Patient Access postings with published pay in Connecticut, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access / Registration (ADMITTING REGISTRAR) 40DPermanent$17.50–$23.80/ hour
- Patient Access / Registration Rep - 8hr/wkPermanent$17.50–$25.00/ hour
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