Manager, Market Access

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Recor Medical is pioneering ultrasound renal denervation (uRDN) therapy to treat hypertension. The Manager, Market Access leads reimbursement and coverage initiatives, building value messaging and payer engagement across cross-functional teams to enable patient access to therapies.

You will manage multiple projects, maintain market access tools, and develop evidence packages. The role emphasizes strategic development and tactical execution, with collaboration across Clinical Affairs, Medical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred (MPH, MBA, MHA, Health Economics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field).
• 4–8 years in Market Access, Reimbursement, Health Economics, Health Policy, or related healthcare field.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of reimbursement, coverage, and health economic initiatives.
• Lead multiple Market Access projects from planning through execution.
• Develop health economic models and budget impact analyses.
• Create reimbursement resources and payer-facing materials.
• Collaborate across Sales, Marketing, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory, and Legal.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Influence without authority

Presentation skills

Organization

MS Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (MPH, MBA, MHA, Health Economics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

At Recor Medical, we are pioneering Ultrasound Renal Denervation (uRDN) therapy to treat hypertension, the leading cardiovascular risk factor in the world. With our Paradise™ uRDN System, we’re on a mission to provide the millions of people who suffer from hypertension with a non-drug and minimally invasive option to lower their blood pressure. Join us on our journey and make a meaningful impact on the lives of people around the globe.

Job Summary

The Manager, Market Access will support the development and execution of reimbursement, coverage, payment, and health economic initiatives that enable patient access to Recor Medical therapies. This individual will serve as a key project leader across multiple market access initiatives, partnering closely with Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Marketing, Regulatory, Sales, Health Economics, and external consultants. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and capable of independently managing multiple cross-functional projects. This role will contribute to reimbursement strategy development while taking primary responsibility for executing tactical initiatives, developing customer-facing resources, supporting payer engagement activities, and maintaining market access tools and evidence.

Reimbursement & Coverage

Support the development and execution of reimbursement and coverage initiatives for Recor Medical products. Monitor changes in Medicare, commercial payer, and health policy landscapes and communicate relevant implications to internal stakeholders. Maintain reimbursement roadmaps, coding resources, payer policy trackers, and coverage databases. Assist with payer submissions, coding analyses, and reimbursement strategy implementation.

Project Leadership

Independently lead multiple Market Access projects from planning through execution while meeting established timelines. Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of market access deliverables. Manage relationships with external consultants and vendors supporting reimbursement, health economics, and policy initiatives. Develop project plans, track milestones, identify risks, and communicate progress to leadership.

Health Economics & Evidence

Support development and maintenance of health economic models, budget impact analyses, and value communication tools. Collaborate with Health Economics and Clinical Affairs teams to translate clinical evidence into reimbursement and value messaging. Assist in the preparation of value dossiers, economic presentations, and payer evidence packages.

Market Access Resources

Develop and maintain reimbursement guides, coding documents, FAQs, training materials, and customer-facing reimbursement resources. Support creation of field reimbursement tools and educational materials. Prepare presentations for internal leadership, sales meetings, physician education programs, and advisory boards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal, and Commercial Operations. Support field reimbursement education by responding to reimbursement questions and developing educational materials. Participate in advisory boards, congresses, and professional society meetings as needed.

Market Intelligence

Monitor reimbursement trends, payer policies, coding updates, and competitor market access activities. Summarize reimbursement intelligence and provide actionable insights to Market Access leadership. Support analyses of reimbursement opportunities and potential barriers to adoption.

Additional Responsibilities

Contribute to departmental process improvements and operational excellence initiatives. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree (MPH, MBA, MHA, Health Economics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field) preferred.
• Experience 4–8 years of experience in Market Access, Reimbursement, Health Economics, Health Policy, Provider Relations, or related healthcare field.
• Medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Experience supporting reimbursement strategy, coding, coverage, payment, or health economic initiatives.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects.
• Preferred Knowledge Medicare and commercial payer reimbursement.
• Preferred Knowledge CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10, APC, MS-DRG, and physician payment methodologies.
• Preferred Knowledge Coverage policy development and payer decision‑making.
• Preferred Knowledge Health economic principles and value communication.
• Preferred Knowledge Reimbursement pathways for innovative medical technologies.
• Preferred Knowledge Budget impact and cost‑effectiveness methodologies.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functional teams.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving commercial organization.

Salary range

Salary range: $120,904 - $145,000 (Annual Base Salary)

Salary Range: Compensation for this role is determined using market‑based geographic pay ranges. The salary range offered to the selected candidate may vary based on their primary work location, relevant experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors The successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Recor Medical, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Background Screening & Drug Testing: Final candidates may be required to successfully complete a background check and/or drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Washington Fair Chance Act Compliance (if applicable): For applicants who reside in or are applying for roles based in Washington State, Recor Medical adheres to the Washington Fair Chance Act. This means we do not inquire about or consider criminal history until after an initial determination has been made that the candidate is otherwise qualified for the role, and we do not automatically exclude individuals based on criminal records.

New Hire Training: All employees are required to successfully complete Recor training program within their first 90 days of employment as a condition of continued employment.

Radiation Safety Requirement: Certain field-based roles at Recor Medical require work in environments where radiation sources (e.g., x‑ray equipment) are in use. Employees in these roles will be issued a personal dosimetry badge to monitor occupational exposure and are required to wear it in accordance with company policy and applicable regulatory standards. This program is designed to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and to maintain radiation exposure at levels that are As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA). Additional guidance and protective equipment, as necessary, will be provided as part of onboarding and ongoing safety training.

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