Career profile · SOC 29-2099.08

Patient Representatives

Assist patients in obtaining services, understanding policies and making health care decisions.

Patient Representatives assist patients in obtaining services, understanding policies and making health care decisions. The role reports a median annual salary of $48,790 in the US and is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Entry typically requires a Postsecondary nondegree award, and shows low AI exposure (0.30 on a 0-1 scale) — the role's core work resists automation.

Median salary
$48,790
per year
Growth outlook
Average
BLS 10-yr
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
AI exposure
3.0/10
automation risk

Frequently asked questions

What does Patient Representatives do?

Assist patients in obtaining services, understanding policies and making health care decisions.

How much does Patient Representatives earn?

The median annual salary for Patient Representatives in the US is $48,790.

What is the job outlook for Patient Representatives?

The role is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Current US employment is approximately 178,800 workers.

How do I become patient representatives?

The typical entry education is a Postsecondary nondegree award. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

Will AI replace Patient Representatives?

Our AI-durability model gives Patient Representatives a score of 0.30 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at low AI exposure — the role's core work resists current-generation automation. It's a comparatively AI-durable choice within its field.

How hard is it to enter this field?

Patient Representatives has low barrier to entry — generally accessible — you can enter with basic credentials and on-the-job learning.

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