Senior Reimbursement Specialist II
Work Shift: DAYWork Schedule: Why Merit? At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED 1. Executes and optimizes US reimbursement strategies that support business objectives across prioritized product and therapy areas. 2. Provides reimbursement and health policy guidance to product development, working in close partnership with clinical, regulatory, marketing, and sales teams. 3. Partners with HEOR to assess global evidence needs and support development of payer‑relevant data. 4. Analyzes reimbursement landscapes and contributes to coding, coverage, and payment pathway development including evaluation of relevant data analytics pertaining to health policy initiatives. 5. Educates internal leaders and field teams on reimbursement requirements and business impact. 6. Builds and maintains relationships with payers, government agencies, professional societies, and advocacy groups. 7. Identifies reimbursement barriers, develops initiatives, and supports implementation of programs that improve market access. 8. Designs and delivers reimbursement education for internal and external stakeholders. 9. Represents, as a leader, the expertise and perspective of the Reimbursement/Market Access function to the business divisions it supports. 10. Performs other duties, as required. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS Lifting – Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply. Writing Sitting Standing Bending Visual acuity Color perception Depth perception Reading Field of vision/peripheral MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 12 years of experience in reimbursement, market access, or health policy. Strong understanding of U.S. coverage, coding, and payment systems. Demonstrated ability to support reimbursement strategy in a matrixed environment. Proficiency with standard business applications. CPC or similar credential preferred. COMPETENCIES Clear Communication Analytical Thinking Attention to Detail Project Management Teamwork Results Oriented Interpersonal Skills Team Collaboration Guiding Collaborative Decisions COMMENTS Infectious Control Risk Category III: The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category II states employment and procedures will not require exposure. As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:
- Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights
- Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)
- Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic
- Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias
- Employee Garden | Gardening Classes
- 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays
- 401K | Health Savings Account
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