Field Access & Reimbursement Leader

Ascendis Pharma; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

Ascendis Pharma, a dynamic biopharmaceutical company in the United States, seeks a Field Reimbursement Manager to minimize access barriers for patients and providers. You will educate HCP offices on coverage, prior authorizations, and alternate funding options, while partnering with Market Access and Sales to improve patient access and streamline onboarding.

The role emphasizes expert reimbursement knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to navigate complex payer landscapes for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in allied health or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or related healthcare industry.
• Experience with prior authorizations and navigating the US payer landscape.
• 3–6 years of experience supporting Specialty Pharmaceuticals/Biologics.
• Deep understanding of reimbursement, access, and specialty pharmacy operations.
• Experience supporting product launches or guiding patients through insurance approval processes.
• Strong understanding of Specialty Pharmacy distribution models and patient services programs.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and other federal/state laws governing patient confidentiality and healthcare communications.
• Bilingual skills are highly desired (English/Spanish).
• Proven track record supporting complex therapies in rare or specialty conditions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with providers and internal partners.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME in reimbursement, access, and specialty distribution for assigned geography.
• Provide education to HCP offices on coverage status, prior authorizations, appeals, and alternate funding options for uninsured/underinsured patients.
• Build and maintain relationships with HCPs, office staff, and health system stakeholders.
• Analyze regional and local payer coverage trends and reimbursement criteria.
• Provide guidance on specialty pharmacy services and help customers navigate complex distribution channels.
• Partner with Patient Support to ensure accurate benefit investigations and streamlined onboarding.
• Collaborate with internal partners to build local access strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute territory-level business plans using strategic customer insights.
• Participate in field-based problem-solving, including reimbursement issue resolution.
• Identify process improvements to enhance patient access and provider satisfaction.
• Maintain compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies.

Skills

CRM platforms

AI-based platforms

Reimbursement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in allied health

Tools

CRM platforms

AI-based platforms

Job description

Ascendis Pharma, a dynamic biopharmaceutical company in the United States, seeks a Field Reimbursement Manager to minimize access barriers for patients and providers. You will educate HCP offices on coverage, prior authorizations, and alternate funding options, while partnering with Market Access and Sales to improve patient access and streamline onboarding.

The role emphasizes expert reimbursement knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to navigate complex payer landscapes for