Senior bilingual reimbursement specialist leading rare-disease patient coverage and reimbursement programs at Cencora. Coordinating insurers, healthcare providers, and public funding submissions across Canada.
Responsibilities
Act as the Team Lead and primary resource for all Reimbursement Specialists within the rare diseases program
Maintain in-depth knowledge of rare disease program offerings, pathophysiology, therapeutic areas, disease processes, mechanisms of action, and rare disease SOPs
Communicate daily and continuously with the Program Manager or Associate Program Manager regarding new and existing projects
Evaluate, develop, maintain, and implement reimbursement processes and protocols
Implement, monitor, and evaluate departmental KPIs
Coordinate cases with insurance companies, physician offices, and healthcare professionals to maximize reimbursement solutions
Prepare and submit documentation and data to insurance companies and public or federal funding programs
Navigate complex advocacy processes to obtain prescription drug coverage and reimbursement
Apply financial means testing to maximize patients’ prescription drug coverage
Coordinate pharmacy processes after funding is obtained
Manage closing manager schedules and shifts
Provide sales training related to product reimbursement
Report adverse events to the relevant departments
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned
Requirements
At least three years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry
Bachelor’s degree and/or a combination of education and experience in a related industry
Four years of experience in public or private third-party reimbursement, pharmaceutical sales, hospital or physician office settings, managed care, clinical support, or a related field
Minimum of three years of experience as a Senior Reimbursement Specialist
Experience in rare diseases may be required
Knowledge of public, private, and federal reimbursement mechanisms
Advanced knowledge of the pharmaceutical or insurance industry
Strong business and financial acumen
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Ability to lead a team and provide direction
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with patients in a healthcare setting about sensitive topics
Professional, courteous, and efficient telephone manner
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office programs
Proven ability to organize time, set priorities, and multitask
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Strong attention to detail
Ability to consistently meet deadlines
Excellent problem-solving skills
French/English bilingualism is an asset
Experience in IT project management, customer service, reimbursement programs, or the insurance industry is an asset
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision care
Backup dependent care
Adoption assistance
Infertility coverage
Family-building support
Behavioral health solutions
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Training programs
Professional development resources
Mentorship programs
Employee resource groups
Volunteer activities
Reasonable accommodations during the employment process
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