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Patient Access Representative jobs in Melbourne, FL
Pay for patient access representatives in the Melbourne area centers on $16.99 per hour, or about $35,340 a year. The lower quarter earns under $14.58 and the upper quarter over $18.05. That ranks 201st of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 285th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Melbourne. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Melbourne.
- $16.99median pay per hour, Palm Bay
- $15–$18typical range per hour
- 1,840employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Patient Access Representative pay in Melbourne, FL
The metro median is 2% below the Florida statewide median of $17.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,840 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area, 7.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.53 | $28,140 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.58 | $30,330 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $16.99 | $35,340 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $18.05 | $37,540 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $20.65 | $42,950 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Melbourne ranks
- 201st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 285th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th 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 Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $16.99 median hour buys what $16.99 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Melbourne paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$612
- Per year: $30,582
- Per month: $2,548
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Melbourne
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Melbourne.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viera Hospital Melbourne, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Holmes Regional Medical Center Melbourne, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital Melbourne, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Circles Of Care, Inc Melbourne, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay, FL | 11 mi | $16.99/hr | 142,023 |
| St. Cloud, FL | 39 mi | $17.24/hr | 71,036 |
| Orlando, FL | 42 mi | $17.24/hr | 334,854 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 48 mi | $17.24/hr | 84,756 |
| Fort Pierce, FL | 51 mi | $17.13/hr | 50,805 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 60 mi | $17.13/hr | 258,575 |
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 Melbourne, FL?
Patient Access Representatives in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area have a median pay of $16.99 per hour, about $35,340 a year. The middle half earn between $14.58 and $18.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Melbourne a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville ranks 285th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 201st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Melbourne?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Melbourne, led by Viera Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Melbourne 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 Melbourne?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Melbourne and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Melbourne.
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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
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