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Compass Regional Manager

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Bethesda, MD, United States
Full-time

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis, and one of the most innovative and successful organizations of its kind – is seeking a Compass Regional Manager to join our Policy team.

We are a nonprofit, donor-supported organization that has raised and invested hundreds of millions of dollars to help develop cystic fibrosis therapies that have changed the lives of people with this disease. Nearly every CF medicine available today was made possible because of Foundation support.

Based in Bethesda, Md., the Foundation created, funds and accredits a national network of cystic fibrosis care centers that have been recognized by the National Institutes of Health as a model of care for a chronic disease

Areas of Responsibility: 

This position will be part of the management team that oversees day-to-day operations of CF Foundation Compass and contributes to the strategic direction of the program. Compass is a personalized service to help people with CF with insurance, financial, legal, or other issues. The position oversees the regional case management team, and responsibilities include all tasks of case management, trainer, auditor, customer service, and higher-level problem solving. Position requires collaboration with internal and external customers and knowledge to properly triage cases to the appropriate groups as needed. Participates in community outreach initiatives to strengthen relationships between Compass, chapters, care center staff, local programs and resources, and CF community. Serves as back-up to Assistant Director and other members of the Compassmanagement team as appropriate.

Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree minimum
Skills/Experience: 
  • A minimum of five years experience in a healthcare, pharmaceutical or contract research organization environment
  • Background in insurance coverage and reimbursement
  • Experience and knowledge of Federal and state assistance programs and their requirements
  • Experience with co-pay foundations and patient assistance programs
  • Experience conducting benefit investigations, prior authorizations, and appeals
  • Experience with developing educational templates, cheat sheets, and resources for providers and patients.
  • At least two years of supervisory or mentorship experience required

Organization Info

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Overview
Headquarters: 
Bethesda, MD, United States
Founded: 
1957
About Us
Mission: 

The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment and ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has 70 chapters and branch offices across the country that work diligently to raise funds to help support the search for a cure. In addition, the Foundation provides funding for and accredits more than 120 CF care centers and 53 affiliate programs nationwide, including more than 100 programs for treating adults with CF. The high quality of specialized care available throughout the care center network has led to the improved length and quality of life for people with CF. Located at teaching and community hospitals across the country, these care centers offer the best care, treatments and support for those with CF.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Dec 4 2017
Active Until: 
Jan 3 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
industry: 
Nonprofit