Remote Field Access Leader: Patient Access & Payer Support

MSD; North Wales (Montgomery County); Remote; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Field Access Manager to serve as the subject‑matter expert on access issues for healthcare professionals and organizations. This remote/field‑based role supports patient access to therapy by providing information on access processes, reimbursement issues, and patient support programs, while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will analyze access trends, coordinate with cross‑functional teams, and educate HCPs and field teams on payer coverage and hub resources to facilitate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 7+ years in patient support, pharmaceutical/healthcare sales or reimbursement.
• Strong knowledge of health insurance structures (Medicare Part B, Medicaid, commercial) and related access processes.
• Expertise in pharmaceutical compliance and HIPAA regulations.
• Must reside in the assigned territory with 20-25% travel; must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to HCPs on patient access, including benefit verification and prior authorization.
• Analyze access trends and collaborate to address barriers to patient access.
• Educate and update HCPs on payer coverage and hub resources.
• Coordinate with hub/vendor on patient cases and access issues.
• Attend national and regional meetings.

Skills

Health Reimbursement

Market Access

HIPAA Regulations

Medicare Part B

Liaison Work

Data Analysis

Market Research

Healthcare Reimbursement

Health Economics

Market Access Strategy

Tools

HIPAA Regulations

Job description

Merck is seeking a Field Access Manager to serve as the subject‑matter expert on access issues for healthcare professionals and organizations. This remote/field‑based role supports patient access to therapy by providing information on access processes, reimbursement issues, and patient support programs, while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will analyze access trends, coordinate with cross‑functional teams, and educate HCPs and field teams on payer coverage and hub resources to facilitate