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Patient Access ED Registrar, PT Evening Shift, Patient Access
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$18.40–$23.48/ hour
New this week
Patient Access Representative jobs in Washington, DC
Patient Access Representatives in the Washington area earn a median of $19.12 per hour, about $39,760 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.19 and $22.27. That ranks 42nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 227th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for Washington and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Washington and what they pay.
- $19.12median pay per hour, Washington
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 17,510employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Patient Access Representative roles near Washington
Roles in other cities of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area.
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Patient Access ED Registrar, PT Night Shift, Patient Access
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$18.40–$23.48/ hour
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Patient Access Registrar, Day Shift, Outpatient Orthopedic Practice
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$19.21–$24.90/ hour
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Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
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Get my free pay reportPatient Access Representative pay in Washington, DC
The metro median is 9% below the District of Columbia statewide median of $21.11 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 17,510 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 5.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.54 | $32,320 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.19 | $35,760 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.12 | $39,760 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.27 | $46,320 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.25 | $54,600 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Washington ranks
- 42nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 227th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Washington
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.12 median hour buys what $17.56 buys at the national price level, 2% below 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.
Estimate your Washington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$688
- Per year: $34,416
- Per month: $2,868
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Washington
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| United Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Dc Va Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| George Washington Univ Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Howard University Hospital Corp Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
| Children's National Hospital Washington, DC | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Psychiatric Institute Of Washington Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Elizabeths Hospital Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | 7 mi | $19.12/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 14 mi | $19.12/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 35 mi | $18.13/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 87 mi | $17.10/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 95 mi | $17.14/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $18.08/hr | 73,176 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in District of Columbia · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in District of Columbia
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
District of Columbia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Washington
Washington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Washington, DC?
Patient Access Representatives in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $19.12 per hour, about $39,760 a year. The middle half earn between $17.19 and $22.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Washington a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 227th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 42nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring patient access representatives in Washington?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Washington.
Do I need a District of Columbia license to work in Washington as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place patient access representatives in Washington?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Washington and across District of Columbia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Washington.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 3 postings$27.82/ hr$22–$33
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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$24.50High$33
257 Patient Access postings with published pay in the US, 214 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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