Field Access Manager - Southwest

PHOENIX, AZPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Rhythm Pharmaceuticals

• Job overview

  The Field Access Manager at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals facilitates treatment access for rare neuroendocrine diseases, impacting patient care by supporting physicians and stakeholders.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves educating physicians and specialty pharmacies on payer approval processes, developing access strategies, managing prior authorizations and appeals, collaborating with partners, and tracking key metrics to ensure treatment access.

• Experience and skills

  Requires a bachelor's degree and 6+ years in rare disease access and reimbursement, preferably with case management and product launch experience; strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential.

• Work environment and culture

  Rhythm values scientific advancement, bold questioning, adaptability, collaboration, and individual contributions, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

• Company information

  Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on rare neuroendocrine diseases, headquartered in Boston and recognized as a top workplace in Massachusetts.

• Job location and travel

  Field-based position covering the Southwest region with travel up to 20%, requiring access to transportation and airports.

• Unique job features

  The role is unique in its focus on rare disease access, requiring deep payer knowledge and collaboration across multiple stakeholders to improve patient treatment access.

Company overview

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapies for rare genetic disorders of obesity. They generate revenue primarily through the sale of their FDA-approved drug, IMCIVREE, which targets specific genetic deficiencies that lead to severe obesity. Founded in 2008, the company has made significant strides in the field of precision medicine, with a strong emphasis on genetic research and patient-specific treatments. Their mission is to transform the lives of patients suffering from rare genetic conditions by providing targeted therapies that address the underlying causes of their diseases.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your 6+ years of experience in rare disease access and reimbursement, emphasizing your expertise in navigating complex authorization processes for specialty medications like IMCIVREE.

• Focus on showcasing your skills in payer dynamics, case management, and your ability to develop and execute tactical plans to facilitate treatment access, including prior authorizations and appeals.

• Apply through multiple channels such as Rhythm Pharmaceuticals' corporate career site, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant industry job boards to maximize your application visibility.

• Connect with current Field Access Managers or members of the Market Access or Patient Services teams at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company news about rare disease treatments or asking about their insights on payer trends in the Southwest region.

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