Per diemPosted 16 days ago
Patient Access Representative (Per Diem)
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
$19.35–$29.03/ hour
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Allentown, PA
Pay for patient access representatives in the Allentown area centers on $17.62 per hour, or about $36,650 a year. The lower quarter earns under $15.13 and the upper quarter over $20.83. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Allentown. That ranks 132nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 221st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Allentown and what they pay.
- $17.62median pay per hour, Allentown
- $15–$21typical range per hour
- 2,670employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Registration Specialist - Emergency Department
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Patient Access Representative (Per Diem, Days)
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Registration Specialist
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Allentown, PA
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The metro median is 2% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $17.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 2,670 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 7.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.39 | $27,850 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.13 | $31,470 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.62 | $36,650 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.83 | $43,330 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.77 | $47,360 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Allentown ranks
- 132nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 221st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Allentown
- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.62 median hour buys what $17.63 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Allentown paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$634
- Per year: $31,716
- Per month: $2,643
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Allentown
CMS lists 1 hospital in Allentown.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Hospital Allentown, PA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem, PA | 6 mi | $17.62/hr | 79,453 |
| Reading, PA | 29 mi | $16.87/hr | 96,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $18.08/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Trenton, NJ | 45 mi | $18.84/hr | 91,193 |
| Camden, NJ | 49 mi | $18.08/hr | 71,749 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 55 mi | $20.71/hr | 57,487 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Pennsylvania · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Pennsylvania
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
Pennsylvania 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 Allentown, PA?
Patient Access Representatives in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $17.62 per hour, about $36,650 a year. The middle half earn between $15.13 and $20.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Allentown a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 221st of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 132nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring patient access representatives in Allentown?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Allentown.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Allentown as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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
- 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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