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Patient Access Technician
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$24.88–$37.85/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Patient Access Representative jobs in Tacoma, WA
Pay for patient access representatives in the Tacoma area centers on $21.78 per hour, or about $45,300 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.11 and the upper quarter over $24.18. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Tacoma. That ranks 6th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 32nd of 341 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tacoma.
- $21.78median pay per hour, Seattle
- $19–$24typical range per hour
- 13,440employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay
Open Patient Access Representative roles in Tacoma
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Patient Access Technician
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$24.88–$37.85/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
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Patient Access Rep Clinic
CommonSpirit Health · Tacoma, WA
$23.90–$34.79/ hour
PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Patient Access Technician
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$24.88–$37.85/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring patient access representatives near Tacoma
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| MultiCare | 3 | $31.37 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 1 | $29.34 |
Patient Access Representative pay in Tacoma, WA
The metro median is 4% above the Washington statewide median of $21.04 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 13,440 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area, 6.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.91 | $37,250 | in line with U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.11 | $39,750 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Median | $21.78 | $45,300 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.18 | $50,290 | 35% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.62 | $59,530 | 60% above U.S. median |
How Tacoma ranks
- 6th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 32nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Tacoma
- Overall prices in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.78 median hour buys what $19.60 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Tacoma paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$784
- Per year: $39,204
- Per month: $3,267
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Tacoma
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tacoma.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph Medical Center Tacoma, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital Tacoma, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Tacoma, WA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital Tacoma, WA | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood, WA | 7 mi | $21.78/hr | 62,709 |
| Federal Way, WA | 7 mi | $21.78/hr | 100,252 |
| Lacey, WA | 21 mi | $19.97/hr | 58,644 |
| Olympia, WA | 25 mi | $19.97/hr | 56,271 |
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 Tacoma, WA?
Patient Access Representatives in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area have a median pay of $21.78 per hour, about $45,300 a year. The middle half earn between $19.11 and $24.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tacoma a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ranks 32nd of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 6th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring patient access representatives in Tacoma?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Tacoma. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Tacoma.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Tacoma 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 Tacoma?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Tacoma and across Washington. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Tacoma.
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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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Washington list
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
+ 42 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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