Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Patient Access Representative
CommonSpirit Health · Lehi, UT
$17.24–$24.35/ hour
Patient Access Representative jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
Patient Access Representatives in the Salt Lake City area earn a median of $17.70 per hour, about $36,820 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $15.07 and $19.97. That ranks 123rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 228th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Salt Lake City.
- $17.70median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $15–$20typical range per hour
- 4,760employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Patient Access Representative pay in Salt Lake City, UT
The metro median is 2% above the Utah statewide median of $17.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 4,760 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 5.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.37 | $27,810 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.07 | $31,350 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.70 | $36,820 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.97 | $41,540 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.56 | $46,920 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Salt Lake City ranks
- 123rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 228th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Utah 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 Salt Lake City
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.70 median hour buys what $17.55 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$637
- Per year: $31,860
- Per month: $2,655
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Salt Lake City
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Marian Center Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Salt Lake Behavioral Health Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley City, UT | 7 mi | $17.70/hr | 138,144 |
| Millcreek, UT | 8 mi | $17.70/hr | 64,217 |
| Layton, UT | 21 mi | $17.09/hr | 84,348 |
| Lehi, UT | 25 mi | $17.22/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 30 mi | $17.22/hr | 57,411 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Utah · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Utah
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
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Salt Lake City, UT?
Patient Access Representatives in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $17.70 per hour, about $36,820 a year. The middle half earn between $15.07 and $19.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salt Lake City a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 228th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 123rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Salt Lake City?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, led by Lds Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Salt Lake City as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Salt Lake City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Salt Lake City and across Utah. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Salt Lake City.
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Your Patient Access pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your Utah list by name comes with the full report
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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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$24.50High$33
257 Patient Access postings with published pay in the US, 214 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access RepresentativePer diem$17.24–$24.35/ hour
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