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Social Worker, Per Diem, LCSW
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Collaborates with and provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the setting and community.Participates on Departmental, Hospital, Satellite, community task forces and committees.The Clinical Social Worker reports directly to the assigned Social Work Manager.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Practice:Provides assessment of patients to evaluate mental health/psychiatric history/emotional issues/coping style, understanding of illness/adjustment/compliance, barriers to care, cultural issues, abuse/neglect and domestic violence. Provides psychosocial assessment of families to determine family relationships/systems as they relate to care of the patient. Identifies family decision makers and caregivers; family understanding of illness and trajectory of care. Identifies family coping style, family resources and cultural issues.Employs a range of clinical interventions such as individual, group or family counseling. Provides caregiver/family counseling/support to promote family cohesiveness to provide care to patient and prepare families for end of life. Advocates on behalf of patients and families to gain access to services and resources. Refers patients to other providers, as necessary.Develops comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments responsive to age appropriate and cultural needs and concerns. Employs a range of clinical interventions such as psychotherapy (individual, couples, families, and group), psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention, care coordination, complementary therapies, information and referral and safety planning. Advocates on behalf of patients and families to gain access to services and resources.Provides mandated assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder) and safety assessment when domestic violence is reported. 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Participates in formal and informal clinical case reviews.Quality, Utilization Management: High Risk PsychosocialIntervenes with appropriate individuals/departments/agencies regarding delays in service that may have an impact on quality of patient care, length of stay or inappropriate patient admissions.Reviews patient information for assigned caseload, determines anticipated length of stay and psychosocial barriers to plan of care transitions discharge plan in collaboration with the Nurse Care Coordinator.Interacts with home care, community agencies and facilities to ensure safe and timely patient care transitions.Negotiates with care coordination team follow-up contact with patient/family, community agency or facility to evaluate the effectiveness of the patient care transitions and identifies problems in service delivery.Ensures coordination of the communication process with patient/family concerning the plan of care, including coordination of family meetings and warm handoffs.Ensures that patient/family are involved in all phases of the care process to the greatest extent possible.Maintains current knowledge of and identifies needs in service delivery within social, governmental , protective services and legal agencies.Participates in data collection for departmental quality assessment activities in collaboration with the care coordination department.Participates in quality assessment/improvement activities designed to evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of the service delivery system in which care coordination operates.Ensures that the patient and family receive consistent information regarding all aspects of care.Communicates and collaborates with the Social Work Manager/Team to ensure efficient and quality patient care and equitable caseloads.Leadership, Teaching and Education:Assesses patient/family learning needs, styles and readiness. 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Ability to communicate effective orally and in writing. Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation skills necessary to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary teamTolerance for ambiguity; analytical skills and computer literacyAppropriately employ a sense of humorPatient Population:Staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned areas.EEO Statement Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
PALLIATIVE CARE SOCIAL WORKER- LCSW, Heart
Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH), Boston
HEART PALLIATIVE SOCIAL WORKER / FULL TIME/ 40 HOURS/ BWH CARE CONTINUUM/ BOSTONSIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE!LICSW or LCSWBrigham and Women's Hospital, a nationally ranked academic medical centerGrow and learn through regular internal continuing education programming, financial support for continuing education courses and conferences, and mentorship.Ask about our SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidates! (Non-MGB employees)Excellent benefits: generous Paid Time Off; 403B match; cash balance pension; tuition reimbursement of $5,250/year, including continuing education; medical and dental; short-term disability; MBTA pass subsidy; and much more.Convenient public transit/ T-accessible Longwood Medical area location at the Main Campus at 75 Francis Street, Boston.ABOUT THIS PALLIATIVE SOCIAL WORKER JOB:The Palliative Care Social Worker (LCSW or LICSW) with experience working in a large, fast-paced academic medical center with inter-professional team focusing on patients with Advanced Heart Disease and their families. Social Worker will utilize their palliative care clinical skillset, effective communication, familiarity working with patients with serious illnesses, and competence working with interprofessional colleagues, as well as others in the Cardiology specialties (e.g., transplant). The "HeartPal" team works very closely with one another, along with the primary medical teams, integrating knowledge and skillsets and dedicating time to provide comprehensive assessments, treatment plans and next-step recommendations, as well as assisting in developing disposition plans in collaboration with the primary and specialty teams. The HeartPal social worker must have familiarity with conducting and/or participating in family meetings, serious illness communication, as well as comfort providing "anticipatory guidance" to patients and their loved ones. The HeartPal social worker will dedicate time in the out-patient setting working with patients referred to the HeartPal program by cardiology providers. The HeartPal social worker will have dedicated time to work on relevant mezzo and macro projects will be a part of the BWH Palliative Care, HeartPal Program, which provides palliative care to patients with heart disease across the care continuum, including in-patient, out-patient and dialysis settings. The BWH HeartPal team is inter-professional and includes an experienced palliative care social worker, palliative care nurse practitioner and palliative care physician. The HeartPal Program is a collaboration between the Departments of Psychosocial Oncology and Palliative Care, and Care Continuum Management at Brigham and Women's Hospital.The Palliative Care Social Worker is a key member of the inter-professional team, providing and overseeing the provision of palliative care, and, in particular, psychosocial interventions for selected patients and families. 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Core tasks to promote teamwork include: participation in, contribution to, and implementation of processes to support team cohesion and sustainability. The BWH HeartPal Social Worker will participate regularly in team meetings and contribute to program planning, implementation, and evaluation, as well as presentations in both clinical and other, broader settings. The Palliative Care Social Worker will ensure documentation of patients' values and goals and will facilitate referrals to appropriate clinical care teams within the hospital during admissions, as well as across care transitions.Twenty percent (20%) of this full-time position will be dedicated to program development, measurement and education. 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The Clinical Social Worker will be provided mentoring by the Heart Pal inter-professional team and will have opportunities to collaborate with other palliative care social workers.Job Responsibilities:In collaboration with the patient, complete accurate and thorough advance care planning documentation.Ability to clinically assess the variety of factors that may impact goal-concordant care planning and contribute concerns and conclusions that can help guide both the patient and team in this planning process.Working with primary and HeartPal teams to triage patients who can benefit from specialty HeartPal Social Work support/follow up or referral to other services.Working collaboratively with the patient and family to identify community resources upon discharge, when applicable.Assessing psychosocial functioning and barriers to patient/family centered care and provide interventions to support goal concordant care.Promoting cultural humilitySupporting diversity, equity, and inclusion with patients, families and colleagues.Developing clinical formulations and recommendations from a psychosocial professional lens and sharing these observations and recommendations with the interdisciplinary team with the goal of treating the 'whole patient'.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESClinical Practice:Provides assessment of patients to evaluate mental health/psychiatric history/emotional issues/coping style, understanding of illness/adjustment/compliance, barriers to care, cultural issues, abuse/neglect and domestic violence. Provides psychosocial assessment of families to determine family relationships/systems as they relate to care of the patient. Identifies family decision makers and caregivers; family understanding of illness and trajectory of care. Identifies family coping style, family resources and cultural issues.Employs a range of clinical interventions such as individual, group or family counseling. Provides caregiver/family counseling/support to promote family cohesiveness to provide care to patient and prepare families for end of life. Advocates on behalf of patients and families to gain access to services and resources. Refers patients to other providers, as necessary. Develops comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments responsive to age appropriate and cultural needs and concerns. Employs a range of clinical interventions such as psychotherapy (individual, couples, families, and group), psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention, care coordination, complementary therapies, information and referral and safety planning. Advocates on behalf of patients and families to gain access to services and resources.Provides mandated assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder) and safety assessment when domestic violence is reported. Files reports as indicated.Identifies patients' psychosocial, financial, legal, psychiatric or substance use that effect patient care management and collaborates with the team to facilitate patient care process.Works effectively as part of the interdisciplinary health care team, communicating regularly with the team and other members on cases and as issues arise. Documents timely and relevant information.Coordinates family/team meetings, as needed and when appropriate. Provides psychosocial consultation on patient care planning and patient/family management and community resources. Implements psychosocial programs based on patient/family identified needs.Facilitates the appropriate and efficient use of hospital and community resources. Participates in formal and informal clinical case reviews, clinical supervision, educational seminars and research projects.Quality, Utilization Management: High Risk Psychosocial:Intervenes with appropriate individuals/departments/agencies regarding delays in service that may have an impact on quality of patient care, length of stay or inappropriate patient admissions.Reviews patient information for assigned caseload, determines anticipated length of stay and psychosocial barriers to plan of care transitions discharge plan in collaboration with the Nurse Care CoordinatorInteracts with home care, community agencies and facilities to ensure safe and timely patient care transitionsNegotiates with care coordination team follow up contact with patient/family, community agency or facility to evaluate the effectiveness of the patient care transitions and identifies problems in service deliveryEnsures coordination of the communication process with patient/family concerning the plan of care, including coordination of family meetings and warm handoffs.Ensures that patient/family is involved in all phases of the care process to the greatest extent possible.Maintains current knowledge of and identifies needs in service delivery within social, governmental, protective services and legal agencies.Participates in data collection for departmental quality assessment activities in collaboration with the care coordination department.Participates in quality assessment/improvement activities designed to evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of the service delivery system in which care coordination operates.Ensures that the patient and family receive consistent information regarding all aspects of care.Communicates and collaborates with the Social Work Manager/Team to ensure efficient and quality patient care and equitable caseloads.Leadership, Teaching and Education:Assesses patient/family learning needs, styles and readiness. 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May participate in social work research.Organizational/Administrative Skills:Takes responsibility for own administrative duties, including timely and appropriate documentation in patient medical records, timely and accurate daily reporting of activities and Hospital's scheduling systems, and accurate reporting of time worked.Provides clinical documentation including psychosocial assessment, progress notes, and billing compliance (if appropriate).Attends and participates in Staff Meetings and interdisciplinary meetings/rounds.Professional Conduct:Adheres to and fosters compliance with NASW Code of Ethics, and Department and Hospital clinical, quality, compliance and safety standards, policies and procedures.Supervisory:Expected to mentor, precept, teach social workers and social work residentsFiscal:Meets Department productivity and standards. Ambulatory staff, ED and ED on-call are responsible for billable hours.Hospital-Wide Responsibility:Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BWH and/or Partners, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate hospital staff.Qualifications QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Master's of Social Work Degree from an accredited program required.Licensure: Current Massachusetts Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required.Experience: Previous clinical social work experience in a hospital setting preferred.Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Your offer of Employment as a Clinical Social Worker, LCSW is contingent upon passing the LICSW exam. 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Hours and work schedule will be flexible to meet the needs of patients, families, hospital and staff.Must be prepared to come in to work or stay at work during a hospital emergency.Patient Population:Staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned areas.EEO Statement Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
CARE COORDINATION CARE TRANSITION SPECIALIST II
Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH), Boston
GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW CARE TRANSITION SPECIALIST II / 40 HOURS / ROTATING - BWH CARE COORDINATIONThe Care Transition Specialist works collaboratively with Care Coordination to complete administrative responsibilities related to care progression and care transitions along the continuum of care. They work collaboratively with nurse care coordinators, social workers, physicians, and other care team members. The Care Transition Specialist is responsible for acting as an advocate for patients and patient families and strives to support Brigham Health's aim for high quality care, high customer satisfaction, and optimal resource management. The person in this position will spend time on the clinical units and have direct interaction with patients and their families, clinical and ancillary hospital staff, and other internal and external customers.1. Provides direct administrative support to the care team, patients, and patients' caregivers related to continuum of care: a. Supports the administrative tasks and communication related to post discharge care, including referrals to internal and external resources, such as rehabilitation facilities, home health agencies, hospice, durable medical equipment (DME) providers, and other vendorsb. Actively manages 4Next referrals along the continuum of care, including communication with facilities, agencies, and vendors to promote patient progression to support discharge and effective transitions of care.c. Secures DME and oxygen for post-acute needs; maps insurance and geography to identify appropriate vendors assesses insurance benefits and coordinates the necessary paperwork with the external vendors and medical team for approval for equipment, such as letters of medical necessity, medical record documentation, and prescriptions. Arranges for and tracks/confirms delivery of equipment prior to or post-discharge.d. Performs administrative tasks to support the medication prior-authorization function, including completion of forms, securing medical necessity information, and helping to support mitigate barriers for discharge. e. Assists with the completion of patient follow-up appointments (specialty and PCP) for follow-up care needsf. Secures medical records from outside hospital needed to help determine the Acute treatment plan, including outreach to outside hospitals, completion of forms, securing consent from patient or family and securing outside medical record content g. Communicates with insurance companies to expedite and/or manage delays with authorization for post-acute care and services or query for covered servicesh. Distributes and documents key forms and documents to comply with regulations, including Medicare Important Message and Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice. And prepares and submits Medicare Appeal documentation as needed.i. Arranges all types of patient transportation under the direction of the care team, including Med Flight, ALS, BLS, Chair Car, Circulation, Care Van or Cab Vouchersj. Submission of longitudinal transport requests, including MassHealth PT-1 and The Ride Applications for patients meeting requirementsk. Participates in family meetings and interdisciplinary huddles to solicit and provide input related to their responsibilitiesl. Accesses and navigates the electronic medical record to obtain essential information, documents progress notes and Resource Specialist Quick Notes as per department standards.m. Researches and secures out of state and in-network VNAs and facilitiesn. Initiates and/or completes regulatory and other forms, such as MassHealth Long-Term Care and DMH/DDS PASSR forms and processes the completed forms with the appropriate agencies.o. Completes administrative documentation under the direction of the care teamp. Escalates barriers to discharge 2. Collects, confirms and verifies key patient information (i.e., demographics, health care proxy, benefit verification, and patient preferences for pharmacy, facilities, VNA, etc)3. Maintains knowledge and reference materials on key resources available to patients and patients' caregivers across the continuum a. Acts as a knowledge resource for post-acute care resources, included but not limited to, insurance requirements, facility attributes, contact information, etc.b. Identifies and refers patients to community services (i.e. transportation, food programs, day programs, and financial programs)c. Communicates, consults and collaborates with a wide range of agencies and ambulatory practices under the direction of the care teamd. Private care optionsWorking hours:8:00am - 4:30pm8:30am - 5:00pmWeekend rotation requiredQualifications 1. High School Degree or GED required.2. Associate degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred3. Health care experience, preferably in extended care facilities and community agencies, preferred4. Preferred experience in hospital discharge planning, long term care facility, community health or utilization review preferred5. Bilingual preferredSKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with various levels of staff, patients, families and community organizations. Must be able to participate effectively in an interdisciplinary team settingExtensive knowledge of regulations, community organization, state and federal systems, medical terminology and levels of health care.Must be able to manage a variable workload with the ability to constantly change priorities. 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Vice President, Patient Affairs
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Position Overview:Astria Therapeutics is dedicated to bringing hope with life-changing therapies to patients and families affected by allergic and immunological diseases. Astria's pipeline includes our lead program, STAR-0215, a monoclonal antibody inhibitor of plasma kallikrein in clinical development for the treatment of hereditary angioedema, as well as STAR-0310, an OX40 monoclonal antibody antagonist currently in pre-clinical development for atopic dermatitis (AD) and being explored for other allergic and immunological diseases.We are seeking an experienced leader to join Astria as the Vice President, Patient Affairs and lead our patient affairs function. This role will oversee patient advocacy and engagement as well as government affairs globally for the company. This role will play a key role in the evolution of our organization and lead the patient affairs strategy throughout the continuum of preclinical and clinical development to commercialization for Astria's pipeline of programs. The Vice President, Patient Affairs will have a pivotal role in championing the needs and perspectives of patients within Astria. This senior leadership position requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the patient journey, exceptional relationship building skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to ensure patient experiences and perspectives guide drug development throughout our programs at Astria. This role will also oversee government affairs priorities to advocate for policies that enhance patient access to therapies with agency support and in collaboration with colleagues. This leader will initially manage one direct report with an opportunity for future growth in the function and reports to the Chief Business Officer.Responsibilities:Lead the global patient affairs strategy through preclinical and clinical development to commercialization across Astria's pipeline. The role will have global responsibility to develop the patient advocacy strategy across key markets and lead execution of the strategy by the team.Drive, build, and enhance strategic alliances with national and global patient advocacy groups, policy makers, and patients/caregivers to advance Astria's patient-guided drug development.Foster an industry-leading patient-oriented culture at Astria.Represent Astria at patient advocacy events and conferences as well as scientific congresses to foster key connections with essential stakeholders.Partner cross functionally broadly throughout the organization including program teams, research, pharmaceutical sciences, clinical development, medical affairs, new product planning, regulatory affairs, and corporate communications to ensure patient advocacy organization and patient insights guide the programs throughout the development process.Ensure that the experiences and needs of patients are a key component of evaluating business development and indication expansion opportunities.Plan, organize, and direct overall government affairs strategies to communicate and support our policy objectives in partnership with the government affairs agency as well as monitor key policies and collaborate with colleagues to build relationships with legislators. Oversee our relationship with the Rare Disease Company CoalitionQualifications:Four-year undergraduate degree (ex. BA, BS) required, advanced degree in a relevant field a plus15+ years of progressive pharmaceutical/biotechnology experience with 12+ years of patient advocacy/ relevant professional experience and experience in a competitive space a plusWell established ability to lead and further build the patient affairs function in a growing pharmaceutical/biotechnology organization through development and commercialization to ensure the experience and needs of patients guide decision making.Strong leadership skills with experience defining the vision for the patient affairs function including strategic planning and supporting the development and growth of team members.Proven track record of building trusting, meaningful relationships with patient advocacy organizations and patient communitiesStrong understanding of the legal, regulatory, and compliance environment, including a strong understanding of guidelines and best practices for patient advocacy engagement Extensive experience serving as a company ambassador and spokesperson with external stakeholders. Highly collaborative, able to successfully develop and maintain strong working relationships cross-functionally with colleagues and with external stakeholders.Experience with developing and executing government affairs strategies. Excellent communication and presentation skills Travel: 25%+ (domestic and international)Astria's Commitment: At Astria, we are committed to building a diverse team where every Astrian is empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We embrace a patient-first, people-always culture in which all Astrians and our collaborators have a sense of belonging and receive the support they need to thrive. We invest in our people through our words, our actions, and our values. We are working to develop and implement initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization and foster a culture of openness, respect, and collaboration, where all voices are heard, and everyone is valued for their unique perspectives and contribution.People are our greatest asset, and only with a diverse team can Astria shine brighter. Together we can bring our passion and compassion to the work of delivering life-changing therapies to patients, families and communities.
Associate Director, gMG, US Patient Marketing
AstraZeneca, Boston
This is what you will do:Reporting to the Senior Director of gMG U.S. Patient Marketing, the Associate Director will be a key member of the patient marketing team. This individual will be responsible for redefining the Patient and Caregiver educational strategy and execution of patient marketing initiatives for gMG in the US market. They will support the development and execution of a best-in-class annual patient marketing plan, inclusive of relevant brand strategies. This individual will work closely with patients and caregivers, HCPs, and Patient Advocacy Organizations, as appropriate, and will be a key cross-functional player, liaising with numerous teams to accomplish goals, including: Field/TLL, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Patient Advocacy, Patient Services/SPP vendor, Medical, and Market Access, Commercial Operations and PRC.You will be responsible for:Leading the execution of the U.S. tactical plan promoting ULTOMIRIS to patients and caregiversLeading build-out and refinement of the branded digital ecosystem, including ongoing measurement and optimizationsLeading development of the disease education/ unbranded tactical plan to educate patients and caregivers, support the Patient Education Managers (PEMs) and works synergistically with OneSource patient servicesLead development and execution of the branded and unbranded CRM strategy to accelerate adoption and increase persistenceCultivating strong collaborative relationships with cross functional partners including field sales, TLLs, training, Patient Services, Market Research, Business Ops, Promotional Review Committee, Medical, Regulatory, Legal, and Compliance.Supporting the development and execution of the annual patient marketing plan, as well as agile evolutions in preparation for competitive entrantsPartnering with multiple patient marketing and media agenciesAdopting a can-do, leadership mindset, creating organizational energy and excitement about the brand, and galvanizing cross-functional teams to buy in to brand missionPartnering with Commercial Operations to identify content re-purposing strategies for existing assets, expanding their reach across platformsRepresenting brand in PRC process improvement initiatives to ensure content is compliantly, quickly, and accurately approved and deployedYou will need to have:Bachelor's degreeStrong knowledge of MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, ExcelFluent in English (written and spoken language)Experience developing patient-centric digital marketing campaigns, having lead tactical development, MLR/PRC review, execution, measurement and optimizationStrong ability to manage multiple projects across functional areas, and work independently when appropriate, in teams and as a sub-team leadMust have 5+ years pharmaceutical industry experience and a working knowledge of marketing principles, including key principles of brand management, patient education, and the customer journeyMust be comfortable managing multiple competing, frequently shifting priorities, and working through uncertaintyAbility to gauge the feasibility, impact and risks of proposed programs and develop mitigation plans and ensure internal advocacy and approvalHigh ethical standards and personal integrityTravel: anticipate 25%The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.We would prefer for you to have:7+ years of professional pharmaceutical / biotech experience in competitive market landscape(s)Prior professional experience with Consumer Marketing & Media, Patient Services, Patient Advocacy, and Patient Ambassador Programs strongly preferredMBA preferredOncology, Rare disease, or specialty care experience preferredAstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
Nurse Case Manager, West
argenx, Boston
The Nurse Case Manager (NCM) is the single point of contact for patients and their caregivers. They are aligned regionally and are responsible for educating patients, caregivers and families affected by generalized Myasthenia Gravis (gMG) about the disease and argenx's products and support services. The NCM may provide resources to help patients better manage their disease and coordinate their treatment. The NCM is responsible for participating in one-on-one communications with patients and their caregivers.Roles and Responsibilities:Provide direct educational training and support to patients and caregivers about gMG and prescribed argenx productsWill manage patient cases across regions as coverage and volume requires.Communicate insurance coverage updates and findings to the patient and/or caregiverReview and educate the patients and/or caregivers on financial assistance programs thatthey may be eligible for. Coordinate logistical support for patient to receive therapy and manage their diseaseCollaborate with argenx Patient Access Specialist, Case Coordinator, and FieldReimbursement Manager teams to troubleshoot and resolve reimbursement-related issuesEngage with patients and provider case coordinators to ensure appropriate support is being given on an individualized basisProvide patient-focused education to empower patients to advocate on their behalfDevelop relationships and manage multiple and complex challenges that patient and caregivers are facingEnsure compliance with relevant industry laws and argenx's policiesAligned regional travel will be required for patient education to support patient programsMust be an excellent communicator and problem-solverDemonstrated time management skills; planning and prioritization skills; ability to multi-task and maintain prioritization of key projects and deadlinesSkills and Competencies:Demonstrated effective presentation skills; ability to motivate others; excellent interpersonal(written and verbal) skills - with demonstrated effectiveness to work cross-functional and independentlyDemonstrated ability to develop, follow and execute plans in an independent environmentDemonstrated ability to effectively build positive relationships both internally & externallyDemonstrated ability to be adaptable to changing work environments and responsibilitiesMust be able to thrive in team environment and willing to contribute at all levels with flexibility and a positive attitudeFully competent in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Flexibility to work weekends and evenings, as neededParticipate in and complete required pharmacovigilance trainingComply with all relevant industry laws and argenx's policiesTravel requirements less than 50% of the timeEducation, Experience and Qualifications:Current RN License in good standingBachelor's degree Preferred5 + yrs.' clinical experience in healthcare to include hospital, home health, pharmaceutical or biotech2-5+years of case management2+ plus years' experience in pharmaceutical/ biotech industry a plusReimbursement experience a plusBilingual or multilingual a plus#LI-RemoteAt argenx we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Here all applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing your application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the candidate selection process please contact us at [email protected]. Only inquiries related to an accommodation request will receive a response.PDN-9bd966c1-c0cc-491f-a2f1-5db06fc7e811
Nurse Case Manager, Southeast
argenx, Boston
The Nurse Case Manager (NCM) is the single point of contact for patients and their caregivers. They are aligned regionally and are responsible for educating patients, caregivers and families affected by generalized Myasthenia Gravis (gMG) about the disease and argenx's products and support services. The NCM may provide resources to help patients better manage their disease and coordinate their treatment. The NCM is responsible for participating in one-on-one communications with patients and their caregivers.Roles and Responsibilities:Provide direct educational training and support to patients and caregivers about gMG and prescribed argenx productsWill manage patient cases across regions as coverage and volume requires.Communicate insurance coverage updates and findings to the patient and/or caregiverReview and educate the patients and/or caregivers on financial assistance programs thatthey may be eligible for. Coordinate logistical support for patient to receive therapy and manage their diseaseCollaborate with argenx Patient Access Specialist, Case Coordinator, and FieldReimbursement Manager teams to troubleshoot and resolve reimbursement-related issuesEngage with patients and provider case coordinators to ensure appropriate support is being given on an individualized basisProvide patient-focused education to empower patients to advocate on their behalfDevelop relationships and manage multiple and complex challenges that patient and caregivers are facingEnsure compliance with relevant industry laws and argenx's policiesAligned regional travel will be required for patient education to support patient programsMust be an excellent communicator and problem-solverDemonstrated time management skills; planning and prioritization skills; ability to multi-task and maintain prioritization of key projects and deadlinesSkills and Competencies:Demonstrated effective presentation skills; ability to motivate others; excellent interpersonal(written and verbal) skills - with demonstrated effectiveness to work cross-functional and independentlyDemonstrated ability to develop, follow and execute plans in an independent environmentDemonstrated ability to effectively build positive relationships both internally & externallyDemonstrated ability to be adaptable to changing work environments and responsibilitiesMust be able to thrive in team environment and willing to contribute at all levels with flexibility and a positive attitudeFully competent in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Flexibility to work weekends and evenings, as neededParticipate in and complete required pharmacovigilance trainingComply with all relevant industry laws and argenx's policiesTravel requirements less than 50% of the timeEducation, Experience and Qualifications:Current RN License in good standingBachelor's degree Preferred5 + yrs.' clinical experience in healthcare to include hospital, home health, pharmaceutical or biotech2-5+years of case management2+ plus years' experience in pharmaceutical/ biotech industry a plusReimbursement experience a plusBilingual or multilingual a plus#LI-RemoteAt argenx we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Here all applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing your application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the candidate selection process please contact us at [email protected]. Only inquiries related to an accommodation request will receive a response.PDN-9bd966c3-73a9-4164-bf9a-6914612ef615
Nurse Case Manager, Northeast
argenx, Boston
The Nurse Case Manager (NCM) is the single point of contact for patients and their caregivers. They are aligned regionally and are responsible for educating patients, caregivers and families affected by generalized Myasthenia Gravis (gMG) about the disease and argenx's products and support services. TheNCM may provide resources to help patients better manage their disease and coordinate their treatment. The NCM is responsible for participating in one-on-one communications with patients and their caregivers.Roles and Responsibilities:Provide direct educational training and support to patients and caregivers about gMG and prescribed argenx productsWill manage patient cases across regions as coverage and volume requires.Communicate insurance coverage updates and findings to the patient and/or caregiverReview and educate the patients and/or caregivers on financial assistance programs thatthey may be eligible for. Coordinate logistical support for patient to receive therapy and manage their diseaseCollaborate with argenx Patient Access Specialist, Case Coordinator, and FieldReimbursement Manager teams to troubleshoot and resolve reimbursement-related issuesEngage with patients and provider case coordinators to ensure appropriate support is being given on an individualized basisProvide patient-focused education to empower patients to advocate on their behalfDevelop relationships and manage multiple and complex challenges that patient and caregivers are facingEnsure compliance with relevant industry laws and argenx's policiesAligned regional travel will be required for patient education to support patient programsMust be an excellent communicator and problem-solverDemonstrated time management skills; planning and prioritization skills; ability to multi-task and maintain prioritization of key projects and deadlinesSkills and Competencies:Demonstrated effective presentation skills; ability to motivate others; excellent interpersonal(written and verbal) skills - with demonstrated effectiveness to work cross-functional and independentlyDemonstrated ability to develop, follow and execute plans in an independent environmentDemonstrated ability to effectively build positive relationships both internally & externallyDemonstrated ability to be adaptable to changing work environments and responsibilitiesMust be able to thrive in team environment and willing to contribute at all levels with flexibility and a positive attitudeFully competent in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Flexibility to work weekends and evenings, as neededParticipate in and complete required pharmacovigilance trainingComply with all relevant industry laws and argenx's policiesTravel requirements less than 50% of the timeEducation, Experience and Qualifications:Current RN License in good standingBachelor's degree Preferred5 + yrs.' clinical experience in healthcare to include hospital, home health, pharmaceutical or biotech2-5+years of case management2+ plus years' experience in pharmaceutical/ biotech industry a plusReimbursement experience a plusBilingual or multilingual a plus#LI-RemoteAt argenx we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Here all applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing your application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the candidate selection process please contact us at [email protected]. Only inquiries related to an accommodation request will receive a response.PDN-9bd966c4-377f-47c9-b197-2511f4d5a882