Patient Access Counsel

Overview

A legal counsel role is available to support pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients focusing on patient access programs. This position involves providing legal guidance on patient support initiatives such as copay assistance programs, HUB services, reimbursement support, and patient access services related to high-cost and specialty therapies.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on the design, implementation, and oversight of patient support programs including copay assistance, HUB services, and reimbursement support.
• Advise on Fraud & Abuse risk management, including compliance with the Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, and other healthcare laws.
• Review program structures, vendor relationships, and patient-facing services to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Support patient access initiatives involving specialty therapies, biologics, and high-cost treatments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Market Access, Commercial, Compliance, and Patient Services teams.

Requirements

• Direct experience advising pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturers on patient access or patient support programs.
• Experience with copay assistance programs, HUB services, or reimbursement support programs.
• Strong expertise in Fraud & Abuse laws as applied to patient access initiatives.
• Experience working within pharmaceutical manufacturer infrastructures or similar patient support environments.
• Active license to practice law and good standing in a U.S. state.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year.
• Compensation for non-attorney roles ranges from $71,250 to $309,750 per year.
• Compensation decisions are based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Additional benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities.

Location

This role supports clients in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors and may involve collaboration across various teams and locations.