Cardiac Access Care Manager – Mid-Atlantic

Pfizer

Access Care Manager responsible for patient journey ownership and reimbursement expertise at Pfizer Specialty Care. Engaging with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate patient access and care continuity.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $139,100 - $231,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Reimbursement and Access strategies, with a strong focus on patient needs assessments and coordination of care across healthcare providers. Proven ability to navigate complex payer policies and deliver compliant education to enhance patient access to therapies.

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Reimbursement ExpertiseAccess Strategy DevelopmentPatient Needs AssessmentSpecialty Pharma ExperienceExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

ReimbursementAccess SupportPrior Authorization ProcessCodingCoverage PathwaysCo-Pay Assistance ProgramsStrategic PlanningImplementation of PlansPatient Access ResourcesLogistical Barriers Resolution

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationPresentation SkillsCollaborationProblem-SolvingStakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid US Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiopharmaceuticalProvider NetworksCarrier NetworksGovernment Payment SystemsRare Disease CommunityCardiology Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for consented patients across the treatment journey from enrollment through therapy initiation and continuation
Conduct patient needs assessments addressing coverage, affordability, and logistical barriers to access for consented patients
Assist in coordinating care across healthcare providers, caregivers, and sites of care to ensure continuity and timely progression to therapy for consented patients
Act as a field-based expert on reimbursement, coverage pathways, and payer policy impacting Pfizer therapies
Provide guidance on the prior authorization process, step edits, coding, and payer-specific requirements
Support the resolution of reimbursement challenges through appropriate escalation and coordination
Deliver compliant education on reimbursement processes, coverage pathways, and patient access resources, including hub services, enrollment processes, and financial assistance programs to improve access efficiency
Develop and execute account-level access strategies to improve patient access at scale
Identify systemic barriers and implement solutions to optimize workflows and assist in reducing delays in therapy initiation
Engage with payer organizations, as appropriate, to clarify coverage policies and support resolution of access challenges
Provide actionable insights on payer trends, reimbursement challenges, and access barriers to internal stakeholders
Collaborate with Sales, Key Account Managers, Marketing, and Patient Solutions teams to ensure aligned execution of access strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of pharmaceutical (or related) experience in customer-facing roles/functions, 9 with Masters, BSN or Rph
1+ years in Access and Reimbursement support role
Minimum 3–5 years of Specialty Pharma experience, preferably within the Pharmaceutical/ Biopharmaceutical sectors, Provider/Carrier Networks, or Government Agency
Reimbursement and Access experience is a must and experience in the Cardiology sector is preferred
Strong understanding of Reimbursement, Government Payment Systems, Provider/Carrier Networks, Co-Pay Assistance Programs, and knowledge of the Specialty policy dynamics that exist in the Rare Disease Community
Experience demonstrating exceptional communication and presentation skills, strategic planning and success in implementation of plans
Valid US driver’s license and driving record in compliance with company standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage