PermanentPosted yesterday
Patient Access Representative - Laboratory Dept, Waterville
MaineGeneral Health · Waterville, ME
$18.25–$31.94/ hour
New this week
Patient Access Representative jobs in Portland, ME
Pay for patient access representatives in the Portland area centers on $20.53 per hour, or about $42,700 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.40 and the upper quarter over $22.47. That ranks 16th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 20th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portland. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Portland.
- $20.53median pay per hour, Portland
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 1,950employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Patient Access Representative pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is 6% above the Maine statewide median of $19.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,950 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 6.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.10).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.63 | $34,590 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.40 | $38,270 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $20.53 | $42,700 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.47 | $46,740 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.48 | $48,840 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 16th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 20th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Maine 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 Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-South Portland run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.53 median hour buys what $20.16 buys at the national price level, 13% 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$739
- Per year: $36,954
- Per month: $3,080
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-South Portland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Patient Access Representative roles in Maine
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Portland as they open.
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Patient Access Representative - Waterville, Per Diem
MaineGeneral Health · Waterville, ME
$18.25–$31.94/ hour
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Per diemPosted 10 days ago
Patient Access Representative - Emergency Department, Per Diem
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$18.25–$31.94/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Patient Access Representative - 24 hrs/wk, 6:30a-3p
MaineGeneral Health · Waterville, ME
$18.25–$31.94/ hour
Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $20.92/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $18.41/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $20.92/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $20.92/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $20.92/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $20.92/hr | 120,418 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Maine · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Maine
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
Maine taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Portland
Portland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Portland, ME?
Patient Access Representatives in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $20.53 per hour, about $42,700 a year. The middle half earn between $18.40 and $22.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 20th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 16th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Portland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, led by Mainehealth Maine Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine 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 Portland?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MaineGeneral HealthWaterville, ME · 4 postings$25.09/ hr$18–$32
- 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$25.09High$32
4 Patient Access postings with published pay in Maine, 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 Representative - Laboratory Dept, WatervillePermanent$18.25–$31.94/ hour
- Patient Access Representative - Waterville, Per DiemPer diem$18.25–$31.94/ hour
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