Field Nurse Case Manager - Western Canada (BC/AB/MB)

Sentrex Health Solutions • Vancouver, BC

10d • CA$85,000 - CA$99,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

A proudly Canadian company, Sentrex Health Solutions is a fully integrated specialty distributor and patient support provider for pharmaceutical manufacturers, physicians, and their patients. We provide innovative solutions focused on ensuring patients have access and the support they need to maximize their treatment outcomes. We do this through strategic distribution models and patient support programs that are backed by powerful, integrated technology, a dedicated in-house creative agency, and experienced, cross-functional teams. Our core capabilities include Specialty Pharmacy Services, Customized Solutions for Warehouse, Wholesale & Distribution, Patient Support Programs, Strategic Creative Services as well as HCP & Clinic Services.

The Field Nurse Case Manager (FNCM) is an integral part of the Patient Services team, responsible for the coordination and delivery of services related to the patient support programs offered by Sentrex Health Solution. The FNCM is responsible for managing all aspects of program support and may act as a primary point of contact to their assigned health care providers (HCP) and ensures patients are provided easy access to the support program and to their drug therapy. In addition, FNCM will assist the prescribing physician to complete patient enrolment; including on-site visits to the physician office to gather all pertinent and appropriate information to complete the necessary forms in a concise, organized and professional manner.

This is a field‑based role, with most of the time spent traveling to and working directly at clinics throughout the assigned geographic region.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of their respective province.
• 2+ years of clinical experience.
• Highly collaborative with effective and practical communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in immunology, rheumatology, or dermatology an asset.
• Experience in Patient Support Program is a strong asset.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.
• Your commitment to providing a high level of service to your internal and external clients.
• You are highly adaptable with a track record of success during times of growth and organizational change.
• You have a proven track record of developing trust and influence at multiple levels.
• You demonstrate an impactful and candid communication style.
• You have exceptional organizational skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, management, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Sentrex Policies and Procedures.
• Perform HCP and patient registration activities, according to program protocols and applicable departmental procedures.
• Process data entry activities of pertinent information received at different points of contact during the delivery of program services.
• Provide answers to general inquiry calls submitted via telephone or web-based platforms on program services, disease state or product related questions, based on information provided as part of the program materials.
• Provide medical support to patients and health care providers, including but not limited to education on specific diseases and therapies and disease management.
• Prepare for and attend extensive, specialized training sessions for specific therapies provided by the pharmaceutical team.
• Telephone support (including maintenance calls and adherence support both inbound and outbound as needed).
• Administer and adhere to case-management protocols, including clinical monitoring, data collection, on-going patient follow-up, compliance, therapy disruption/discontinuation monitoring, adverse event reporting and liaison with primary healthcare providers.
• Work directly with the care navigator and the physician to secure funding for their patient’s therapies; assist with alternative funding searches when needed.
• Attend patient meetings, conferences as needed to educate patients, providers regarding disease/product information and case management services.
• Must be able to identify and report adverse events to Health Canada, Med Info and enter source system and third-party systems as per training on updated Pharmacovigilance requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses the same only with appropriate personnel.
• Liaise with physicians’ offices, pharmacies, infusion services providers and other parties to provide comprehensive and coordinated service to patients and physicians and resolve issues as they arise.
• Participate in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities.
• Perform patient enrolment into the program and complete required follow-ups, according to program protocols and applicable departmental procedures.
• Proactively offer support and advocacy to patients and HCP which includes but is not limited to enrollment, facilitation of coverage renewals, and changes throughout the patient journey, as well as facilitating reimbursement support to physicians and patients.
• Provide ongoing support on disease state or product related questions, based on information provided as part of the program's materials, to ensure patient adherence, as dictated by the needs of the patient.
• Follow the program protocols to ensure that the most appropriate next step is scheduled to ensure continuity of service delivery to patients.
• Requires traveling to physician’s offices as requested by the physician’s office and/or the reporting manager.
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with HCPs, patients, and stakeholders.
• Additional duties as determined by your manager.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and generous vacation entitlement
• Wellness Program (5 paid days off for your well-being!)
• Paid Sick Days
• Competitive Benefits Package including Dental & Extended Health Benefits, AD&D, LTD & Employee/Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• RRSP Matching Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed