Patient Access Manager

Brooklyn, NY 11212

Department: Patient Access Job Number: 6692 Pay Rate: $85000-85000 Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

Our client, a well-established Community Health Center serving a diverse urban population, is seeking a Patient Access Manager to lead and enhance all aspects of patient entry and engagement. This is a mission-driven organization deeply committed to accessible, equitable care—and your leadership will directly influence the patient experience from the very first interaction. The Patient Access Manager oversees the full spectrum of front-line patient services, including Call Center, Customer Service, Patient Access, Front Desk Operations, and Scheduling. This role is responsible for ensuring smooth, efficient, and compassionate patient interactions that reflect the center’s high standards of care.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coach front desk and patient access teams across multiple locations.
  • Oversees a busy call center 
  • Drive a culture of excellence in customer service and patient-centered care.
  • Develop and implement efficient scheduling systems and workflows.
  • Monitor performance metrics and implement continuous improvement strategies.
  • Serve as a problem-solver for patient access challenges, escalating issues as needed.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical and administrative teams to optimize patient flow.
  • Support staff training, onboarding, and professional development initiatives.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in patient access, Call Center, front desk management, or healthcare operations, ideally in a community health or outpatient setting.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage frontline teams.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; a natural collaborator and team builder.
  • Demonstrated ability to think critically, solve problems on the fly, and remain calm under pressure.
  • A customer-first mindset, empathetic, solutions-focused, and professional.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with a “can-do” attitude; thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.
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