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Patient Access Schedule Agent, Partially Remote, M - F, 830a-5p
UMass Memorial Health Care · Remote · MA hiring
$20.94–$29.27/ hour
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Patient Access Representative jobs in New Bedford, MA
Patient Access Representatives in the New Bedford area earn a median of $19.05 per hour, about $39,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.19 and $22.05. That ranks 46th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 81st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in the New Bedford metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Bedford.
- $19.05median pay per hour, Providence
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 6,630employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Patient Access Representative pay in New Bedford, MA
The metro median is 7% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $20.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 6,630 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 9.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.50).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.53 | $32,300 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.19 | $35,760 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.05 | $39,630 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.05 | $45,860 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.71 | $49,320 | 32% above U.S. median |
How New Bedford ranks
- 46th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 81st 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 New Bedford
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.05 median hour buys what $18.72 buys at the national price level, 5% 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$686
- Per year: $34,290
- Per month: $2,858
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Patient Access Schedule Agent, Partially Remote - M-F 8:30 - 5:00 PM
UMass Memorial Health Care · Remote · MA hiring
$20.94–$29.27/ hour
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RemotePosted yesterday
Patient Access Center, Partially Remote, M-F 9:30AM-6:00PM
UMass Memorial Health Care · Remote · MA hiring
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Patient Access Rep I, Admitting Center
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$19.81–$28.30/ hour
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
ED Registration Representative
Baystate Health · Greenfield, MA
$20.79–$23.90/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Patient Access Coord
Boston Medical Center · Massachusetts
$16.66–$24.77/ hour
Hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River, MA | 9 mi | $19.05/hr | 94,689 |
| Taunton, MA | 19 mi | $19.05/hr | 61,936 |
| Brockton, MA | 29 mi | $20.92/hr | 105,788 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 38 mi | $20.92/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 42 mi | $20.92/hr | 103,434 |
| Boston, MA | 47 mi | $20.92/hr | 673,458 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Massachusetts · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Massachusetts
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
Massachusetts 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 New Bedford, MA?
Patient Access Representatives in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $19.05 per hour, about $39,630 a year. The middle half earn between $17.19 and $22.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Bedford a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 81st of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 46th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in New Bedford?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, led by Providence Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in New Bedford as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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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Your Patient Access pay reportNew Bedford, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mass General BrighamOak Bluffs, MA · 2 postings$28.41/ hr$20–$44
- Boston Medical CenterBrighton, MA · 10 postings$24.25/ hr$16–$33
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 7 postings$22.85/ hr$15–$29
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Low$17Median$24.25High$32
21 Patient Access postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 16 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 21 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access Schedule Agent, Partially Remote, M - F, 830a-5pRemote$20.94–$29.27/ hour
- Patient Access Schedule Agent, Partially Remote - M-F 8:30 - 5:00 PMRemote$20.94–$29.27/ hour
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