Research Manager, Medical Technologies

Mass General Brigham Health Plan; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Remote role

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Health Plan is seeking a seasoned professional to lead research and policy development for medical technologies and coverage decisions from a remote location. You will collaborate with medical leadership and cross-functional teams to drive evidence-based coverage and utilization management strategies.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience in health plan settings, and familiarity with CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 coding and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of research experience in medical technology or healthcare services.
• 2–3 years in health plan, managed care, or health insurance industry preferred.
• 1–2 years in medical policy development, utilization management, or health technology assessment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare agenda for the Medical Technology Assessment Committee with key stakeholders.
• Research and summarize medical literature, benchmarking, coding, regulations, and medical economics analyses.
• Update and maintain the list of services designated as Experimental/Investigational for each line of business.
• Recommend coverage status based on synthesis of research findings.
• Prepare agenda for the Prior Authorization Committee with chairs and analytics team.
• Research relevant coding, benchmarking, and regulations for committees and policies.
• Recommend utilization management strategies informed by value analysis and related considerations.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Medical coding knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Claims processing systems

Job description

Job Summary

Mass General Brigham Health Plan is an exciting place to be within the healthcare industry. As a member of Mass General Brigham, we are at the forefront of transformation with one of the world's leading integrated healthcare systems. Together, we are providing our members with innovative solutions centered on their health needs to expand access to seamless and affordable care and coverage.

Our work centers on creating an exceptional member experience - a commitment that starts with our employees. Working with some of the most accomplished professionals in healthcare today, our employees have opportunities to learn and contribute expertise within a welcoming and supportive environment that embraces their unique and varied backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

We are pleased to offer competitive salaries and a benefits package with flexible work options, career growth opportunities, and much more.

Conducts and leads research related to medical technologies, products, and services. Support decisions on coverage, utilization management tools, including prior authorization, and medical policy development.

Manages the Medical Technology Assessment Committee and the Prior Authorization Committee in collaboration with committee chairs.

Partners closely with medical leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to identify policy needs, to make strategic decisions on coverage and utilization management policies, to support configuration, and to ensure alignment with clinical best practices and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Prepare the agenda for the Medical Technology Assessment Committee (in collaboration with the Medical Directors and the Manager, Research and Policy Development).
• Research and summarize medical literature, benchmarking, coding, regulations, and medical economics analysis for new medical technologies and for products/services designated as Experimental/Investigational.
• Update and maintain the list of services designated as Experimental/Investigational for each line of business.
• Make recommendations on coverage status based on the synthesis of the research.
• Prepare agenda for the Prior Authorization Committee (in collaboration with the chair, co-chair, and analytics team).
• Research relevant coding, benchmarking, and regulations for the Prior Authorization Committee and the Medical Policy Committee.
• Make recommendations to the Prior Authorization Committee on utilization management strategies, informed by value factor analysis and other relevant considerations.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree required and Master's Degree preferred; experience can be considered in lieu of a degree

Experience

• At least 3-5 years of research experience related to medical technology and/or healthcare services required
• At least 2-3 years of health plan, managed care, or health insurance industry experience preferred
• At least 1-2 years of experience with medical policy development, utilization management, or health technology assessment preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong, demonstrated track record of ability to execute on time, on budget, and on scope.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others at all levels of an organization.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of medical coding systems (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10) and reimbursement methodologies.
• Familiarity with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements (e.g., CMS, state insurance regulations, NCQA).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear committee materials and present findings to medical leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort learning claims/coverage policy systems.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Working Conditions

• This is a remote role that can be done from most US states
• Monday through Friday, eastern business hours required
• Remote workdays require a stable, secure, quiet, and HIPAA-compliant workspace. This will be confirmed via Microsoft Teams video for all employees

Remote Type

Remote

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual

Grade

7

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

8925 Mass General Brigham Health Plan Holding Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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