Patient Education Manager, Rare Hematology and Nephrology

Responsibilities

• Create and manage regional patient engagement plans, including educational events and community engagements.
• Deliver in-depth disease state and product education to empower patients and caregivers navigating rare disease journeys.
• Execute field visits at infusion centers and healthcare organizations to provide training on dosing, administration, and REMS requirements.
• Support ongoing REMS certifications of infusion sites and ensure compliance with regulatory components.
• Partner with advocacy groups and the Patient Advocacy Team to drive regional engagement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Commercial, Medical, and Marketing, to align patient education initiatives with business strategies.
• Capture and report local business insights to improve the patient experience and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of business experience in the healthcare or biotech industry.
• BA/BS Degree is required.
• Previous experience working with IV infused products.
• Ability to travel 60-80% within the assigned territory, including potential evening and weekend travel.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders and large groups.
• Ability to work independently and manage field activities effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3 years of field-based experience in account management, sales, or patient education.
• Experience in rare disease support or a background in nursing, allied health, or healthcare administration.
• Familiarity with REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies) requirements and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Bi-lingual proficiency in Spanish (written and spoken).
• Understanding of the rare disease advocacy landscape.

About the Company

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines. Through its business areas, including Alexion, the company is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines in oncology, rare diseases, and biopharmaceuticals.