Regional Patient Access Manager - Midwest

Neurocrine Bioscience; United States; Remote; USD 142,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Patient Access Manager to enhance patient access to vital treatments. This role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals and pharmacies to address coverage issues, educate on payer policies, and support patient assistance programs. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech field, particularly in specialty pharmacy and market access. Join a dynamic team that values inclusivity and aims to make a significant impact on patients' lives through innovative solutions and strong partnerships.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave

Health Coverage

Long-Term Incentive Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years in pharma/biotech, including 2+ years in specialty pharmacy/market access.
• Strong knowledge of specialty pharmacies and managed care.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with pharmacies and HCPs to resolve coverage issues.
• Provide training on payer policies and patient assistance programs.

Skills

Pharma/Biotech Experience

Specialty Pharmacy Knowledge

Patient Support Programs

Managed Care Understanding

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

BS/BA Degree

Master’s/MBA

PharmD/PhD

Job description

Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine, and neuropsychiatric disorders. Our portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for conditions such as tardive dyskinesia, Huntington's chorea, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids, along with a pipeline of compounds in clinical development. For over three decades, we have applied neuroscience insights to treat complex conditions, aiming to ease the burden of debilitating diseases because you deserve brave science. Visit neurocrine.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook.

About the Role:

Join Neurocrine Biosciences as a Regional Patient Access Manager (RPAM) to provide support and education to Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), Specialty Pharmacies (SPs), and Closed Door Pharmacies (CDPs). You will maximize patient access to our products, ensure efficient distribution, and communicate coverage issues, patient financial support programs, and payer policies, with a strong understanding of regional and national payer processes. The territory includes San Diego, Santa Monica, Long Beach, Anaheim, and Irvine; candidates should reside in this area and be able to drive to these locations. Experience in Specialty Sales and Field Access is a plus.

Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

1. Build and maintain relationships with pharmacies, physicians, and HCPs to resolve coverage issues.
2. Collaborate cross-functionally with sales leadership, account teams, market access, and other departments to support patient access.
3. Provide training and education on payor policies, documentation, appeals, and patient assistance programs.
4. Introduce and support technology solutions for electronic Patient Access submissions, explain payer criteria, and assist with coverage documentation and problem-solving.
5. Communicate effectively and compliantly with all stakeholders to resolve coverage and access issues.
6. Identify and report payer issues to relevant teams.
7. Engage with local pharmacies to support services and education.
8. Regularly update management on access opportunities and challenges.
9. Present payer policy insights at internal reviews and sales meetings.
10. Conduct Patient Access workshops and assist with new hire training as needed.
11. Promote a diverse and inclusive environment free from discrimination and harassment.
12. Support the distribution network by vetting and monitoring pharmacies.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. BS/BA degree with 6+ years in pharma/biotech, including 2+ years in specialty pharmacy/market access. CNS experience preferred. Alternatively, a Master’s/MBA with 4+ years or a PharmD/PhD with 2+ years of related experience.
2. Strong knowledge of specialty pharmacies, managed care, PBMs, and government payers.
3. Experience with patient support programs and reimbursement processes.
4. Understanding of prescription adjudication and prior authorization processes.
5. Previous experience in sales, management, marketing, or managed markets is desirable.
6. Ability to travel up to 60% overnight, primarily within the US.
7. Knowledge of best practices in the discipline and related business areas.
8. Leadership skills and ability to work with and lead teams.
9. Excellent computer, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
10. Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
11. Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to diversity, respect, and empowerment, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply regardless of experience or qualifications.

The estimated annual base salary range is $142,600 - $206,400, with individual pay depending on location, responsibilities, experience, and skills. The role includes an annual bonus target of 30%, participation in our long-term incentive program, and benefits such as retirement plans, paid leave, and health coverage.