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Patient Access Specialist I | Patient Access | Part-Time | Days
UF Health · Gainesville, FL
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Gainesville, FL
Pay for patient access representatives in the Gainesville area centers on $16.67 per hour, or about $34,660 a year. The lower quarter earns under $14.42 and the upper quarter over $17.82. That ranks 240th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 259th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Gainesville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Gainesville.
- $16.67median pay per hour, Gainesville
- $14–$18typical range per hour
- 960employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Gainesville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Administrative Clerk | Patient Access | Part-Time | Days
UF Health · Gainesville, FL
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Patient Access Specialist-Transplant | Financial Services | Full Time | Day Shift
UF Health · Gainesville, FL
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Patient Access Representative pay in Gainesville, FL
The metro median is 4% below the Florida statewide median of $17.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 960 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Gainesville metro area, 6.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.57 | $28,230 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.42 | $29,990 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $16.67 | $34,660 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $17.82 | $37,070 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $20.67 | $42,990 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Gainesville ranks
- 240th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 259th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 16th of 20 Florida 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.
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- Overall prices in Gainesville run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $16.67 median hour buys what $17.23 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Gainesville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$600
- Per year: $30,006
- Per month: $2,501
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Gainesville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Gainesville
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Gainesville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uf Health Shands Hospital Gainesville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Va North Florida/South Georgia Healthcare System - Gainesville Gainesville, FL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida North Florida Hospital Gainesville, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocala, FL | 37 mi | $16.37/hr | 70,251 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 61 mi | $17.44/hr | 1,009,833 |
| Palm Coast, FL | 67 mi | $16.76/hr | 106,729 |
| Daytona Beach, FL | 82 mi | $16.76/hr | 86,015 |
| Apopka, FL | 84 mi | $17.24/hr | 62,777 |
| Deltona, FL | 87 mi | $16.76/hr | 100,513 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Florida · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Florida
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
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Gainesville, FL?
Patient Access Representatives in the Gainesville metro area have a median pay of $16.67 per hour, about $34,660 a year. The middle half earn between $14.42 and $17.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gainesville a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Gainesville ranks 259th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 240th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Gainesville?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Gainesville, led by Uf Health Shands Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Gainesville as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Gainesville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Gainesville and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Gainesville.
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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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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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