Field Reimbursement Associate Director – Chicago
Scorpion Therapeutics, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Role Summary
Field Reimbursement Associate Director – Chicago (IL, KS, MO & OK) to optimize patient access to the US Oncology Business Unit (USOBU) product portfolio by providing strategic reimbursement expertise within the region. Serves as the patient access subject matter expert for USOBU therapies and educates healthcare professionals on payer coverage, prior authorizations, appeals, and patient support solutions to ensure timely access to therapy. Works with cross-functional partners to navigate payer environments, address reimbursement challenges, and enhance provider understanding of evolving coverage dynamics. This field-based role reports to the Director, Field Reimbursement Lead - West. Responsibilities
Serve as the patient access subject matter expert for all USOBU therapies within your assigned geography Educate healthcare professionals and practice staff on payer coverage, prior authorization requirements, step edits, appeals processes, and reimbursement pathways across all sites of care Engage in cross-functional collaboration with USOBU Here2Asssit HUB, Strategic Account Management, Sales and Market Access to optimize patient access and enhance customer experience Identify, triage, and elevate patient access issues, driving timely resolution through engagement with relevant internal and external stakeholders Liaise with USOBU Here2Assist HUB to update healthcare professionals on Rx status, program eligibility and patient support options Develop practical strategies to address access needs for targeted customers, ensuring streamlined processes and patient support Support onboarding new accounts by assessing practice workflows, identifying reimbursement challenges, and sharing appropriate patient support resources Monitor and communicate evolving payer landscape, coverage changes, and access trends within oncology to internal and external stakeholders across your region Maintain deep expertise in oncology reimbursement dynamics, including Medicare Part B/D, commercial payer processes, and state Medicaid policies Document all field activities in CRM systems in accordance with compliance and company policies Qualifications
Required: 8+ years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry including 4+ years of patient access or relevant reimbursement experience in oncology Required: 2+ years of ‘buy and bill’ Required: Demonstrated experience in buy and bill reimbursement, specialty pharmacy, payer dynamics, copay assistance, and HUB services Preferred: Launch experience in oncology for both oral and injectable products Required: Proven ability to build credibility and trust with internal and external stakeholders through effective cross-functional partnership Required: Strong communicator, translating complex concepts into clear, concise messages both verbally and in writing Required: Commitment to Takeda’s core values—Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance with Integrity at the center Required: Valid driver's license Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Marketing, or related field Additional Requirements
Must reside in IL / KS / MO / OK or live in close proximity to designated area of responsibility Ability to travel 50–75%
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Field Reimbursement Associate Director – Chicago (IL, KS, MO & OK) to optimize patient access to the US Oncology Business Unit (USOBU) product portfolio by providing strategic reimbursement expertise within the region. Serves as the patient access subject matter expert for USOBU therapies and educates healthcare professionals on payer coverage, prior authorizations, appeals, and patient support solutions to ensure timely access to therapy. Works with cross-functional partners to navigate payer environments, address reimbursement challenges, and enhance provider understanding of evolving coverage dynamics. This field-based role reports to the Director, Field Reimbursement Lead - West. Responsibilities
Serve as the patient access subject matter expert for all USOBU therapies within your assigned geography Educate healthcare professionals and practice staff on payer coverage, prior authorization requirements, step edits, appeals processes, and reimbursement pathways across all sites of care Engage in cross-functional collaboration with USOBU Here2Asssit HUB, Strategic Account Management, Sales and Market Access to optimize patient access and enhance customer experience Identify, triage, and elevate patient access issues, driving timely resolution through engagement with relevant internal and external stakeholders Liaise with USOBU Here2Assist HUB to update healthcare professionals on Rx status, program eligibility and patient support options Develop practical strategies to address access needs for targeted customers, ensuring streamlined processes and patient support Support onboarding new accounts by assessing practice workflows, identifying reimbursement challenges, and sharing appropriate patient support resources Monitor and communicate evolving payer landscape, coverage changes, and access trends within oncology to internal and external stakeholders across your region Maintain deep expertise in oncology reimbursement dynamics, including Medicare Part B/D, commercial payer processes, and state Medicaid policies Document all field activities in CRM systems in accordance with compliance and company policies Qualifications
Required: 8+ years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry including 4+ years of patient access or relevant reimbursement experience in oncology Required: 2+ years of ‘buy and bill’ Required: Demonstrated experience in buy and bill reimbursement, specialty pharmacy, payer dynamics, copay assistance, and HUB services Preferred: Launch experience in oncology for both oral and injectable products Required: Proven ability to build credibility and trust with internal and external stakeholders through effective cross-functional partnership Required: Strong communicator, translating complex concepts into clear, concise messages both verbally and in writing Required: Commitment to Takeda’s core values—Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance with Integrity at the center Required: Valid driver's license Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Marketing, or related field Additional Requirements
Must reside in IL / KS / MO / OK or live in close proximity to designated area of responsibility Ability to travel 50–75%
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