PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Patient Access Concierge II– St. Peter's Hospital - Medical Imaging – FT Days
Trinity Health · New York
$18.00–$24.27/ hour
Patient Access Representative jobs in Albany, NY
The median patient access representative pay in the Albany area is $19.05 per hour ($39,630 a year), with the typical range running from $17.45 to $22.18. That ranks 45th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 51st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Albany. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Albany.
- $19.05median pay per hour, Albany
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 3,060employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Patient Access Representative pay in Albany, NY
The metro median is 5% below the New York statewide median of $19.99 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 3,060 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area, 6.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.11).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.57 | $32,390 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.45 | $36,300 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.05 | $39,630 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.18 | $46,130 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.59 | $49,070 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Albany ranks
- 45th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 51st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 11 New York 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 Albany
- Overall prices in Albany-Schenectady-Troy run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.05 median hour buys what $19.13 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Patient Access Representative - Corporate Patient Access - Per Deim
Guthrie Healthcare System · Cortland, NY
$17.00–$22.82/ hour
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Hospitals in Albany
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Albany.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Va Medical Center Albany, NY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Peter's Hospital Albany, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Albany Medical Center Hospital Albany, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Capital District Psych Center Albany, NY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy, NY | 8 mi | $19.05/hr | 51,065 |
| Schenectady, NY | 11 mi | $19.05/hr | 69,495 |
| Chicopee, MA | 71 mi | $18.80/hr | 55,381 |
| Springfield, MA | 75 mi | $18.80/hr | 154,888 |
| Utica, NY | 78 mi | $17.41/hr | 63,660 |
| Hartford, CT | 84 mi | $18.41/hr | 122,129 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in New York · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New York
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 York 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 Albany, NY?
Patient Access Representatives in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area have a median pay of $19.05 per hour, about $39,630 a year. The middle half earn between $17.45 and $22.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Albany a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Albany-Schenectady-Troy ranks 51st of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 45th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Albany?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Albany, led by Albany Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Albany as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 2 postings$37.86/ hr$32–$44
- 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$26.84High$44
5 Patient Access postings with published pay in New York, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access Concierge II– St. Peter's Hospital - Medical Imaging – FT DaysPermanent$18.00–$24.27/ hour
- Patient Access Representative - Corporate Patient Access - Per DeimPermanent$17.00–$22.82/ hour
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