PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Patient Access Technician
MultiCare · Lacey, WA
$24.46–$37.22/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Patient Access Representative jobs in Lacey, WA
Pay for patient access representatives in the Lacey area centers on $19.97 per hour, or about $41,530 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.06 and the upper quarter over $23.09. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lacey. That ranks 23rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 44th of 341 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lacey.
- $19.97median pay per hour, Olympia
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 1,040employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 5% below the Washington statewide median of $21.04 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,040 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area, 8.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.31).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.78 | $34,900 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.06 | $37,560 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $19.97 | $41,530 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.09 | $48,030 | 29% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.87 | $55,890 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Lacey ranks
- 23rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 44th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Washington 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 Lacey
- Overall prices in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% above the U.S. average (index 116.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.97 median hour buys what $19.26 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Lacey paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$719
- Per year: $35,946
- Per month: $2,996
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Lacey
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lacey.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Sound Behavioral Hospital Lacey, WA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympia, WA | 5 mi | $19.97/hr | 56,271 |
| Lakewood, WA | 15 mi | $21.78/hr | 62,709 |
| Tacoma, WA | 21 mi | $21.78/hr | 228,202 |
| Federal Way, WA | 28 mi | $21.78/hr | 100,252 |
| Auburn, WA | 33 mi | $21.78/hr | 85,513 |
| Kent, WA | 36 mi | $21.78/hr | 136,588 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Washington · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Washington
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
Washington does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Lacey, WA?
Patient Access Representatives in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metro area have a median pay of $19.97 per hour, about $41,530 a year. The middle half earn between $18.06 and $23.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lacey a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater ranks 44th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 23rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring patient access representatives in Lacey?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lacey. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lacey.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Lacey as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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 Lacey?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 17 postings$28.00/ hr$22–$39
- MultiCareSpokane, WA · 25 postings$27.03/ hr$21–$38
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$39.79/ hr$30–$46
- CommonSpirit HealthGRASS VALLEY, CA · 12 postings$29.68/ hr$25–$35
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2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$28.00High$36
44 Patient Access postings with published pay in Washington, 31 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 44 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access SpecialistPermanent$25.25–$35.67/ hour
- Patient Access Rep ClinicPermanent$23.90–$34.79/ hour
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