Associate Director, US Reimbursement, Market Access & Health Policy JNJ MedTech, Heart Recovery

Johnson & Johnson•Cherry Hill, NJ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Market Access Job Sub Function: Reimbursement Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America Job Description: Associate Director, US Reimbursement, Market Access & Health Policy JNJ MedTech, Heart Recovery Location: Danvers, MA and Hybrid We are searching for the best talent for Associate Director, US Reimbursement, Market Access & Health Policy to be located in Danvers, MA. Remote work options considered on a case-by-case basis. About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech Role Overview The Associate Director, US Reimbursement, Market Access & Health Policy is accountable for developing and executing U.S. reimbursement, coding, and health policy strategies that support sustainable patient access to Impella Heart Recovery therapies. Reporting to the VP, Global HEMA this role serves as a strategic leader across reimbursement policy, clinical trial coverage, and market access—working in close partnership with Field Reimbursement Solutions, Medical Affairs, Strategic Marketing, Health Economics & Data Science, and Commercial teams.

Requirements

Deep expertise in the U.S. healthcare payer system, including CMS inpatient, outpatient, and physician payment structures.
Strong experience with healthcare claims, billing databases, and payer policy analysis.
Proven ability to operate effectively in complex, matrixed organizations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complexity into actionable guidance.
Minimum 5 years of MedTech experience, with demonstrated reimbursement and/or health policy leadership.
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, health economics, health policy, or related field.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree (MPH, MHA, MS, MBA, or equivalent).
Prior experience supporting clinical trial reimbursement and policy‑driven innovation pathways.

Responsibilities

Reimbursement & Market Access Strategy Manage U.S. reimbursement strategy across inpatient, outpatient, physician, and clinical trial settings for Impella products and services. Protect and enhance reimbursement pathways while proactively addressing competitive, policy, and payment risks. Provide expert guidance on coding, billing, and coverage to internal teams and external stakeholders.
Policy, Data & Evidence Integration Interpret CMS / MAC and commercial payer policies to inform long‑term access strategies. Analyze complex claims, Medicare, and third‑party data to assess policy impact and reimbursement performance. Review and translate clinical and economic evidence into clear reimbursement positioning.
Cross‑Functional Leadership & External Engagement Serve as a reimbursement subject‑matter expert to cross‑functional partners, including Medical Office, Regulatory, Strategic Marketing, HEMA, Field Reimbursement, and Commercial teams. Engage with physician societies, coding organizations, and health policy stakeholders to support coding, coverage, and advocacy initiatives. Partner closely with the Director of US Field Reimbursement Solutions to ensure consistent, high‑quality guidance in the field.
Leadership & Culture Build a purpose‑driven environment aligned with the Johnson & Johnson Credo and Leadership Imperatives. Influence without authority in a highly matrixed environment.

Benefits

Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year