Director, Patient Services, Hub & Field Access Operations San Francisco, California, United States

BridgeBio is a biopharmaceutical company founded to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases and cancers with clear genetic drivers.
We bridge the gap between remarkable advancements in genetic science in academic institutions and the delivery of meaningful medicines to patients.
Founded in 2015, the company has built a portfolio of 20+ drug development programs ranging from preclinical to late-stage development in multiple therapeutic areas including genetic dermatology, precision oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, and renal disease, with two approved drugs.
Our focus on scientific excellence and rapid execution aim to translate today's discoveries into tomorrow's medicines.
We have U.S. offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Raleigh, with small satellites in other parts of the country.
We also have international offices in Montreal, Canada, and Zurich, Switzerland, and are expanding across Europe.
BridgeBio is looking for an Associate Director/Director, Operations for Patient Services, HUB, and Field Access to lead the operations responsibilities for BridgeBio's portfolio of Commercialized assets.
This position will report to the Head of Patient Services.
This individual is responsible for engaging with patient support program vendors, internal patient access liaison (PAL) & field reimbursement manager (FRM) team, and cross-functional teams.
The Associate Director/Director, Operations for Patient Services, HUB, and Field Access will play a critical Commercial role in support of BridgeBio assets.
The primary goal will be to manage the end-to-end operations for the patient services and PAL & FRM teams and execute on all new product launch activities.
The Associate Director/Director, Operations for Patient Services, HUB, and Field Access will work collaboratively with internal colleagues to align on the patient support program goals and pull through on brand strategies.
The ideal candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and must be able to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders, including Legal, Compliance, Sales, Commercial Analytics, Commercial IT, Pharmacovigilance & Market Access.
Additionally, exceptional judgment, business acumen, discretion, communication skills, the ability to empathize, and strong relationship-building skills are a must.
ResponsibilitiesAssist in the development of patient support programs under the branding of ForgingBridges which result in positive customer experienceImplement new access initiatives/programsParticipate in the tactical planning for upcoming launches, launch meetings, and market access team meetingsPartner with the Market Access Marketing/Brand Marketing team to identify promotional collateral which would provide value to the patient communityEnsure programs and materials comply with direction from Medical, Legal & Regulatory (MLR)Manage day-to-day operations for fully launched patient support programsHas oversight of contracts and partnership with patient support program vendors (copay, free goods pharmacy, hub, etc.
)Create and coordinate smooth communications handoff process between hub, PAL/FRM teamsMonitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure vendors are meeting goalsManage vendor and internal PAL/FRM business rules/operations procedure documents, including drafting, as needed and partnering with legal/compliance for review and implementationEnsure program compliance with program business rules/operation procedures through regular auditing of cases/phone callsCoordinate weekly status calls and follow ups with internal/external stakeholdersServe as a day-to-day liaison with field teams, marketing and sales managers, other stakeholders which include resolving escalation issuesTrain internal stakeholders on patient support program and PAL/FRM processes and rules of engagementReview and analyze data reporting from the vendors to identify issues, trends and potential interventions to ensure program excellenceStay connected with BridgeBio Commercial Analytics and Commercial IT on the internal CRM and PAL/FRM reports & dashboards & external CRM, and accounts activity trackingWork closely with Head of Patient Services to resolve any issues and implement new program initiatives, PAL/FRM activity, ensure integration of marketing strategies and goals are consistently communicated across all vendor partners and materials for HCP, pharmacy and patient audiencesProvide regular updates and analysis of patient programs and field access to Head of Patient ServicesAttend patient meetings and represent BridgeBio at industry conferencesOther additional responsibilities may be assignedTravel to sales meetings and medical offices as necessary20 – 30% travel is requiredNo matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are: Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standardsEntrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindsetTruth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solversIndividuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around themHigh-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speedEducation, Experience & Skills RequirementsMinimum of 8-10 years of Biotech/Pharma experienceCardiology, Pediatric, Oncology and Rare Disease experience are preferredStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environmentMust have a strong foundation and experience working closely with patient support programs including copay, cost sharing programs, affordability design, and hub models for medical and pharmacy benefit productsComprehend the complex environment of the specialty market, buy and bill, reimbursement/access challenges, as well as the OIG/CMS/legal guidelines for offering patient support programDemonstrate excellent analytical skills and the ability to develop sound strategies in response to patient accessPrevious experience directly managing patient and provider support hub or services to ensure patient access to treatmentExhibit superior communication (oral and written) and teamwork skills to effectively contribute across cross-functional teamsTraining experience is a plusExtremely detail oriented to create and manage program documentsExperience establishing and maintaining high-level relationships with key decision-makersWhat We OfferPatient Days, where we are fortunate to hear directly from individuals living with the conditions we are seeking to impact throughout the year and learn how we can improve our effortsA culture inspired by our values: put patients first, think independently, be radically transparent, every minute counts, and let the science speakAn unyielding commitment to always putting patients first.
Learn more about how we do this hereA de-centralized model that enables our program teams to focus on advancing science and helping patients.
Our affiliate structure is designed to eliminate bureaucracy and put decision-making power in the hands of those closest to the scienceA place where you own the vision – both for your program and your own career pathA collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment where we inspire ourselves and each other to always perform at the top of our gameAccess to learning and development resources to help you get in the best professional shape of your lifeRobust and market-competitive compensation & benefits package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity, health, welfare & retirement programs)Flexible PTORapid career advancement for strong performersPotential ability to work on multiple BridgeBio Pharma programs across multiple therapeutic areas over timeCommitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits.
Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California.
The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process.
BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.

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