The Rare Disease Field Access Specialist is a non-promotional, field-based commercial role that supports patient access to specified products in the Rare Disease Portfolio when prescribed by a patient’s physician.  The FAS is a subject-matter expert on reimbursement, access, and coverage issues within an assigned geographical territory.  The FAS proactively engages with HCPs and their staff on Hub-enrolled cases around matters relating to reimbursement, access and coverage to assist patients with access to their prescribed medication. The FAS will serve as the field-based point of contact for HCP offices regarding the status of individual patients seeking access or reimbursement support through Pfizer Hubs (e.g., VyndaLink, Pfizer Bridge, Pfize Gene Together , IGuide). 

This individual will report directly to the Access & Reimbursement Regional Director. The Field Access Specialist will perform their duties while adhering to all Pfizer policies and compliance standards. 

It will be this colleague’s role and responsibility to:

• Be the field-based point-of-contact with HCPs/office staff for access-related communication relating to patients prescribed products in the Rare Disease Portfolio and enrolled in the Hub, including helping to resolve reimbursement and coverage questions;
• Provide education to HCPs/office staff regarding local/regional payer landscape, payer coverage and formulary change updates, payer policies (e.g., prior authorization, step edits, specialty pharmacy coverage), Hub activities, and patient support and financial assistance offerings;
• Coordinate as appropriate with other Pfizer colleagues and Pfizer Hubs;
• Maintain a detailed understanding of the patient access journey within distribution channels, requirements at each stage, keeping abreast of regional/provider changes in access requirements and inform any changes to appropriate internal stakeholders;
• Provide HCPs with information on how patients may apply to the Pfizer PAP, and direct to the appropriate Hub for further information;
• Provide HCPs with information on how patients may enroll in Pfizer copay programs, and direct to the appropriate hub for further information;
• Understand the defined distribution network;
• Utilize Polaris to compliantly support patient access, including compliant case notes;
• Work cross functionally with Patient Access Colleagues and Hub Associates to improve the patient access journey

Knowledge & Skill Sets Desired:

• Ability to travel – Approximately 60-70% with some weekends as appropriate to cover industry related events.
• All activity will be performed consistently with Pfizer’s mission, values, and policies and under the direction of their immediate supervisor the Access & Reimbursement Regional Director
• This person must exhibit strong communication, organizational, and relationship skills in order to be effective with a host of diverse customers 
• Must conduct themselves with the utmost discretion and confidentiality
• Must adhere to strict company compliance guidelines and procedures
• Effectively and compliantly communicate with stakeholders to adopt ideas, actions, or positions through logical and engaging messages without direct authority
• Effectively link customer insights to the offerings and resources to address patient access barriers
• Build trust through follow up and knowledge of the access journey
• Demonstrate excellence in responsible business communication both written and spoken; Trust, Integrity, Empathy & Patience
• Deliver meaningful & concise presentations
• Outstanding collaboration and networking abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Rare Disease HCP Community
• Government & Rare Disease Payment Systems
• Adherence to Regulatory and Compliance Standards

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• BS or BA Degree is required
• Minimum 7-10 years pharmaceutical industry experience typically within the fields of pharmaceutical sales and/or access and reimbursement. 
• Must be in a promoted role or in a position of cross-functional leadership for a minimum of two years
• This individual must also have demonstrated leadership and success at working across internal boundaries and be able to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to coordinate various unique objectives.
• Understanding of medical billing or insurance claim management, within the Pharmaceutical/ Biopharmaceutical sectors, Provider/Carrier Networks, or Government Agencies preferred
• Strong understanding of Rare Disease Reimbursement, Government Payment Systems, Provider/Carrier Networks, Co-Pay Assistance Programs, and knowledge of the Rare Disease policy dynamics that exist in the Rare Disease Community.
• Experience demonstrating exceptional communication and presentation skills, strategic planning and execution
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly regulated environment and adhere to strict company compliance guidelines and procedures. Proven track record of collaborating broadly with a diverse range of customers, clients, and stakeholders. Training in and experience in responsible business communication both written and spoken.

Other Job Details:

• Last Date to Apply for Job: August 22, 2024
• Additional Location Information: Remote – selected candidate must live within 25 miles of the territory
• Territory currently includes, but is subject to change to support business needs: OH, MI

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $131,200.00 to $218,600.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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