Field Reimbursement Manager - Northern CA

Who You Are

As a Field Reimbursement Manager (Associate Director Level) at BridgeBio, you will work as an individual contributor, playing a crucial role in ensuring the community will have streamlined access to the company's products, therapies, and services while navigating complex reimbursement processes. The position interacts with large, complex accounts to support community access within the aligned therapeutic area, proactively providing face-to-face education on access and affordability programs and community support services to providers and staff to support integration of those products into office processes and workflows. This position involves a combination of strategic thinking, expertise in reimbursement, and an understanding of healthcare regulations.  

Responsibilities

• Access Strategy: Develop and execute strategic plans for optimizing community access to the company's products and therapies. This includes assessing access barriers, and proposing solutions for provider offices and institutions
• Access Expertise: Serve as an in-house expert on authorization processes and requirements, collaborating with internal teams to navigate complex access challenges
• Compliance: Ensure that all access and reimbursement activities adhere to healthcare regulations and compliance requirements, including healthcare laws and industry standards
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with healthcare provider offices, pharmacies, and other relevant stakeholders to address access issues, negotiate contracts (if needed), and streamline patient access pathways
• Pharmacy Network Management: Evaluate, select, onboard and manage institutional pharmacies ensuring optimal access for appropriate community members
• Data Analysis: Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of access and reimbursement processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes
• Community Support Programs: manage and optimize community support programs, such as financial assistance initiatives, to help the community access and adhere to treatment
• Policy and Market Analysis: Stay updated on changes in healthcare policy, market dynamics, and healthcare trends that may impact reimbursement and access, and adapt strategies accordingly

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Healthcare Administration, Business, etc…); Master’s degree or equivalent is a plus
• Minimum of 5-8 years of Biotech/Pharma experience, including previous experience as an FRM
• Rare disease experience is preferred
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience in market access, community access or community services
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare reimbursement processes, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools
• Commitment to community-centered care and ensuring access to innovative treatments
• Travel 60%