Cardiac Access Care Manager

Pfizer

Access Care Manager at Pfizer Specialty Care ensuring appropriate patient access and reimbursement strategies. Collaborating with healthcare providers and internal stakeholders for effective patient journey management.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $139,100 - $231,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Access and Reimbursement support, with a strong understanding of Reimbursement processes, Government Payment Systems, and Specialty Pharma dynamics. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and develop strategies to improve patient access and resolve reimbursement challenges.

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Access And Reimbursement SupportReimbursement ProcessesSpecialty Pharma ExperienceExceptional Communication SkillsLeadership And Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Patient Needs AssessmentPrior Authorization ProcessCodingPayer-Specific RequirementsCoverage PathwaysCo-Pay Assistance ProgramsReimbursement Challenges ResolutionAccount-Level Access StrategiesPayer Trends AnalysisPatient Access Resources

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationPresentation SkillsCollaborationStakeholder EngagementProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid US Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical ExperienceBiopharmaceutical SectorsProvider/Carrier NetworksGovernment AgencyCardiology SectorRare Disease Community

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
Maintain accountability for end-to-end patient progression, ensuring proactive identification and resolution of barriers
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
Develop and execute account-level access strategies to improve patient access at scale
Engage with payer organizations 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
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
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated leadership and success at collaborating with multiple stakeholders
Must have 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 to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage