Field Access Manager - Nashville, TN

Takeda•Washington, DC

1d•$152,000 - $209,000•Remote

About The Position

As a Field Access Manager on the Patient Access team, you will play a proactive role in supporting patients by enhancing access to therapies across Takeda’s portfolio. Acting as a trusted partner to healthcare providers and institutions, you will address reimbursement and access barriers and deliver value through strategic account management and patient-focused support. As a vital member of the Patient Access team, you will be at the forefront of Takeda’s mission to empower patients and providers by navigating access challenges and delivering impactful solutions to improve the patient journey.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree.
5+ years of field-based experience in account management, sales or medical affairs.
Strong knowledge of the reimbursement landscape and the practice management environment.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute account-based strategies to drive access outcomes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Expertise in account management, relationship development, and issue resolution.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and flexibility to meet evolving customer and organizational needs.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in reimbursement roles within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or rare disease industry.
MBA or advanced degree.
Experience in healthcare policy, reimbursement, market access, or related fields.
Familiarity with buy-and-bill and pharmacy models.
Experience with specialty or high-cost therapies in chronic or acute care settings.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key resource to navigate reimbursement and access challenges for patients and providers, ensuring timely and effective access to Takeda’s therapies.
Deliver tailored, field-based education on reimbursement processes to key accounts, including provider group practices, hospitals, academic institutions, specialty pharmacies, and other healthcare stakeholders. Anticipate and address access challenges to support patient care.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare organizations, identifying and resolving reimbursement and access issues to ensure seamless therapy initiation and continuation.
Provide education and support to internal teams, equipping colleagues with the knowledge and tools to address complex reimbursement and access scenarios effectively.
Stay informed on healthcare policies, reimbursement trends, and regulatory requirements to proactively address challenges and opportunities in the marketplace.