[Hiring] Director, Achon Family Access Manager @BridgeBio Pharma

Role Description

Mavericks Wanted. When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on.

In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.

Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute an innovative and family access strategy aligned with BridgeBio's objectives, aiming to ensure that people living with rare conditions can access the company's products.
• Team Leadership: Manage a team of Family Access Managers (FAM); Provide leadership, coaching, and support to ensure the team's maximum effectiveness.
• Family Access Strategy: Oversee the development of FAM tools and execution of access strategies, which may involve working with pharmacies, health systems, and providers to secure patient access for family.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Evaluate and align with BridgeBio advocacy team on advocacy meetings to attend and represent BridgeBio.
• Compliance: Ensure that all reimbursement and patient access activities adhere to healthcare regulations and corporate compliance requirements, including relevant laws and industry standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with healthcare providers (prescribers and staff), payers, the Hub, and pharmacies to facilitate patient access and address access challenges.
• Data Analysis: Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of family access processes, finding areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Policy and Market Analysis: Stay updated on changes in healthcare policy, market dynamics, and healthcare trends that may impact patient access.
• Budget Management: Manage the budget for the team of FAMs, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
• Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance measures to ensure each member adheres to the team’s standards and expectations.

No matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are:

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards.
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset.
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers.
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them.
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in a relevant field (Healthcare Administration, Business, Nursing, Genetics, Pharmacy, etc.). Master's degree or equivalent is a plus.
• 15+ years of Access and/or sales experience in the Pharmaceutical or Healthcare industries, including rare disease experience and launch experience.
• 5+ years of leading and developing high performing teams.
• Experience in Patient Services, Market Access, Reimbursement or Patient Access Management preferred.
• Experience working with Specialty Pharmacy Networks and Patient Services Hubs.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare reimbursement processes and healthcare regulations.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of the payer environment, including government (Medicaid) and commercial payers.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting tools, and AI.
• Genetics, Endocrinology, Rare Disease experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Compliance with HIPAA regulations, OIG guidance, Advertising and Promotion requirements, the Anti-Kickback Statute, and applicable policies, best practices, and guidelines.
• Commitment to patient-centered support and ensuring access to innovative treatments.
• Up to 50-60% Travel; including occasional weekends.

Benefits

• Market-leading compensation.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking).
• Referral bonus for hired candidates.
• Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Fertility & family-forming benefits.
• Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources).
• Hybrid work model with flexibility.
• Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays.
• Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family.