Vice President – Patient Access

Gifthealth

Vice President of Patient Access leading patient access functions across programs at Gifthealth, enhancing patient care and operational excellence.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $184,000 - $189,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

prior authorizationreimbursement analysisbenefits verificationcoverage determinationdenial managementworkflow automationpatient assistance programsspecialty pharmacyhub servicesaccess models

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstrategic planningproblem-solvingcollaborationtrend analysisproject managementoperational excellenceengagementteam management

Tools & Technologies

ePA toolsworkflow automation systems

Industry Keywords

specialty medicationspayer typestherapeutic areasaccess barriersprogram launchespatient enrollmentoperational modelsexception handlingappeals strategyprogram management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads the full lifecycle of prior authorization (PA) activities across all programs, including submissions, follow-ups, appeals, and exception handling
Designs, documents, and operationalizes repeatable, high-quality PA and reimbursement models that can be consistently deployed across existing and new programs
Oversees denial management and appeals strategy, ensuring effective resolution of access barriers while analyzing trends for improvements
Partners with product and engineering teams to implement ePA tools and workflow automation
Manages bridge, copay, and patient assistance programs to ensure rapid enrollment of eligible patients
Owns prescriber office engagement, ensuring consistent communication and program launches

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, or related field (Required)
15+ years of experience in specialty pharmacy patient access, hub services, or reimbursement operations (Required)
5+ years in a senior leadership role with direct management of PA and reimbursement teams (Required)
Experience managing prior authorization operations across multiple payer types and therapeutic areas (Required)
Experience in benefits verification, coverage determination, and reimbursement analysis for specialty medications (Required)
Experience with complex manufacturer-restricted access models (Preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible working hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities