PermanentPosted 28 days ago
OP Patient Access Representative (Part Time, Days)
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Clinton, NJ
$19.35–$29.03/ hour
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Paterson, NJ
Patient Access Representatives in the Paterson area earn a median of $20.71 per hour, about $43,070 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.71 and $22.67. That ranks 15th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 125th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Paterson and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Paterson.
- $20.71median pay per hour, New York
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 89,130employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 10% above the New Jersey statewide median of $18.78 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 89,130 receptionists and information clerks employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 9.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.52).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.38 | $34,070 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.71 | $36,840 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.71 | $43,070 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.67 | $47,150 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.08 | $56,330 | 51% above U.S. median |
How Paterson ranks
- 15th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 125th 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 Paterson
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.71 median hour buys what $18.40 buys at the national price level, 3% 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.
Estimate your Paterson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$746
- Per year: $37,278
- Per month: $3,106
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Paterson
CMS lists 1 hospital in Paterson.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc Paterson, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton, NJ | 4 mi | $20.71/hr | 90,322 |
| Passaic, NJ | 4 mi | $20.71/hr | 70,722 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in New Jersey · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New Jersey
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
New Jersey 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 Paterson, NJ?
Patient Access Representatives in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $20.71 per hour, about $43,070 a year. The middle half earn between $17.71 and $22.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Paterson a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 125th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 15th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring patient access representatives in Paterson?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the New York-Newark-Jersey City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Paterson.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Paterson as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 Paterson?
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Your Patient Access pay reportPaterson, NJ · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Saint Lukes University Health NetworkClinton, NJ · 2 postings$24.19/ hr$19–$29
- Capital Health SystemPennington, NJ · 2 postings$21.80/ hr$18–$26
- Jefferson HealthNew Jersey · 6 postings$19.45/ hr$17–$22
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$17Median$19.45High$27
10 Patient Access postings with published pay in New Jersey, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access Representative - RELIEF, Evening (3P-11:30P) - Washington Twnship EDPermanent$17.00–$21.89/ hour
- Patient Access Representative - RELIEF, Night (11P-7:30A)- Cherry Hill EDPermanent$17.00–$21.89/ hour
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