Field Reimbursement Manager; California Region

Field Reimbursement Manager (California Region)

Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. – San Francisco, CA

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Field Reimbursement Manager (FRM) to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to eliminate access barriers, educate on prior authorization processes, and address roadblocks for eligible patients while enhancing conversion rates and treatment adherence.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Educate customers and staff regarding payer policies and processes supporting patient access (i.e., eligibility and benefit verification, prior authorization, and appeals/denials)

• Develop strong relationships with customers by understanding their needs and delivering solutions to overcome obstacles

• Serve as expert on Axsome Therapeutics patient support programs, payer utilization management, access issue resolution, and financial assistance

• Collaborate effectively with Managed Markets and Sales to address challenges and opportunities with patient access

• Assist in educating sales colleagues on product access and patient support programs, as needed

• Develop and keep updated knowledge of the local and national payer landscape

• Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements

• Communicate territory activity in an accurate and timely manner as directed by management

• Travel overnights as indicated by the needs of the business

• Ensure all reimbursement activities are conducted within legal and regulatory guidelines and monitor compliance continuously

• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; graduate degree preferred

• Minimum of 8 years of healthcare, field customer, and/or account management experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 2 years as an FRM or RAM working specifically with retail medications (preferably with neurology experience)

• Must reside in the territory’s geography

• Ability to travel 50‑75% of the time, including overnight travel

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Current or recent CNS experience strongly preferred

• Experience and expertise working with multiple cross‑functional teams

• Previous experience working in an entrepreneurial environment with launch experience is preferred

• Pharmacy benefit knowledge required, identifying, and educating on payer criteria for prior authorization

• Knowledge and understanding of payer segments (e.g., Commercial, Medicare Part

D) required

• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently under aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment

• Demonstrated experience delivering outstanding results

• Ability to work independently, manage travel schedules, and schedule visits (territory management)

• Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements

Salary & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this role is $130,000 – $170,000. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus, significant equity, and a generous benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third‑party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.

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