Regional Patient Access Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Deliver field access support services and education to Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) to enhance patient access to Company products and expedite treatment initiation.

• Engage with all Specialty Pharmacies (SPs) and Closed Door Pharmacies (CDPs)—including Genoa—and Patient-Physician Services (HUB partner) to support Neurocrine Biosciences marketed products within the U.S.

• Establish and maintain the integrity of Neurocrine Biosciences' pharmacy distribution network by executing all vetting activities in a designated area, including conveying approval, denial, or removal notifications from the network.

• Provide assistance and education to all HCP entities regarding coverage issues for on-label prescriptions of Company products currently in progress; access support services, processes, and forms; and impart knowledge on payer-specific coverage issues and Company patient financial support programs.

• Act as a subject matter expert on regional and national payer coverage policies and procedures.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with field sales, network pharmacies, market access, commercial analytics, and operations.

• Partner closely with Payer Marketing to develop materials that enhance customer awareness of essential coverage requirements.

• Ensure that the distribution network operates at peak effectiveness by leveraging end-user feedback.

• Continuously assess processes, recommend new strategies related to workflow, and share best practices with trade leadership to enhance specialty distribution efficiency.

⛳️ Requirements

• BS/BA degree in a related field AND 6+ years of commercial experience in pharma/biotech, including 2+ years in specialty pharmacy/market access.

• Experience with specialty products, preferably in CNS.

• Previous experience in various functions within pharma/biotech is desirable.

• OR a Master’s degree or MBA preferred AND 4+ years of relevant experience.

• OR a PharmD or PhD with 2+ years of related experience.

• Possesses knowledge of best practices in the functional discipline and familiarity with broader concepts of related business disciplines.

• Works to enhance tools and processes within the functional area.

• Developing a reputation within the company related to their area of expertise.

• Ability to collaborate as part of and lead multiple teams.

• Strong computer skills.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking abilities.

• Sees the broader picture and understands the impact on multiple departments/divisions.

• Capable of meeting multiple deadlines across various projects/programs with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.

• Exceptional project management skills and ability to work in a cross-functional environment while managing multiple tasks.

• Strong interpersonal skills and success in cross-functional teams.

• Comprehensive understanding of specialty pharmacies, managed care, pharmacy benefit managers, and government payers and their influence on product access.

• Extensive knowledge of patient support programs, including reimbursement support, financial assistance, and adherence programs.

• Strong grasp of the prescription adjudication process.

• Ability to articulate payer coverage criteria and prior authorization processes.

• Previous experience in various functions within pharma/biotech is preferred, such as sales, management, marketing, and managed markets.

• Good understanding of current issues within the marketplace, pharmaceutical industry, and national healthcare system.

• Willingness to travel overnight up to 60%.

🏝️ Benefits

• Retirement savings plan (with company match).

• Paid vacation.

• Holiday and personal days.

• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.

• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

• Annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary.

• Eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program.