Patient Resource Specialist (Contract) - Portland or SSF

Genentech; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking a Patient Resource Specialist in Portland. This role involves acting as a primary contact for patient inquiries, providing education on reimbursement options, and supporting patient marketing programs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and experience in therapeutic areas. Join a team dedicated to transforming patients' lives through innovative healthcare solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in two therapeutic areas.
• Basic understanding of Reimbursement and Patient Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct contact for public inquiries via multiple communication channels.
• Educate patients on reimbursement options and make referrals.
• Manage Patient Speaker Programs and support Customer Engagement.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Position

****Multiple roles available****

Location: Portland or South San Francisco, however remote option will be considered.

Note: Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. In this role, applicants would be employed through Magnit, the Managed Service Provider for Genentech's Contingent Workforce, to work on a Genentech assignment. Below are details about the assignment and Genentech.

Roche is a global healthcare group with 94,000 employees in 100 countries, focused on innovation and transforming patients' lives. Genentech Access Solutions, a member of Roche Group, helps patients navigate the insurance process and access medicines, improving their quality of life. Roche values science, technology, innovation and professional development. The company has a unique culture centered around its people and a vision for greater patient benefit and impact. Join Roche and be part of one of the world's largest biotechnology companies, making a meaningful difference in healthcare.

Your Opportunity:

The Patient Resource Specialist acts as Genentech’s centralized, primary point of contact for anyone seeking information or assistance across the entire Roche portfolio, resolving individual concerns and facilitating connections to additional support.

The Patient Resource Specialist is an Individual Contributor and reports to an Access Solutions Senior Supervisor.

Key Accountabilities

• You will provide direct contact for public inquiries via multiple Genentech communication channels, including phone, email, web chat, and internal company transfers.

• You will analyze the most effective next steps in resolving inquiries using independent judgment, critical thinking, and extensive knowledge of service offerings. You will also access multiple systems and databases while tracking and documenting all interactions.

• You will educate patients and their supporters on reimbursement options and ancillary assistance, making referrals to internal and external resources where appropriate.

• You will provide educational resources to patients and providers, support patient marketing programs, facilitate referrals to local professionals, and manage shipments via Genentech Online Fulfillment (GOLF).

• You will establish relationships with internal stakeholders and Ecosystem field partners, manage Patient Speaker Programs, and support Customer Engagement. Additionally, you will provide technical support for My Patient Solutions and handle international access requests, collaborating with global partners.

Who you are:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Minimum of 6 months of experience working in at least two therapeutic areas.

• Basic understanding and hands-on experience in Reimbursement and Patient Services.

• Currently completing an internship at Genentech.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Portland is $30 per hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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