Irhythmtech
Director, Market Access Strategy
Remote - US · Director
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 31 days ago
AlgorithmsData AnalysisNegotiationFinancial ModelingPublic HealthPatient CareLeadershipCommunication
About the role
- iRhythm is seeking an experienced, strategic Director, Market Access Strategy to serve as a senior individual contributor driving payer contracting strategy for emerging diagnostic technologies.
- At iRhythm, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients around the world.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of payer strategies across Commercial, Medicare Advantage, Managed Medicaid, and employer segments to support access, adoption, and revenue growth.
- Independently design, negotiate, and execute innovative payer contracts, including value‑based care, outcomes‑based agreements, shared savings, subscription models, and episodic/bundled arrangements.
- Partner closely with Finance, Pricing, and Commercial Operations to evaluate contract economics, including ROI, margin impact, gross‑to‑net considerations, and risk‑sharing structures.
- Develop and maintain financial models and analytical frameworks to assess contract performance and inform negotiation strategies.
- Lead payer go‑to‑market planning for new diagnostic solutions and innovation pipeline initiatives, including pilot design and scaling recommendations.
- Collaborate with Payer Marketing, HEOR, Clinical, and Legal/Compliance partners to translate clinical and real‑world evidence into compelling, compliant payer value propositions and scientific communications.
- As part of our core values, iRhythm is committed to building an inclusive workforce.
Requirements
- Strong financial and analytical acumen, including hands‑on experience with contract modeling, pricing strategy, and economic evaluation.
- Proven ability to translate clinical, HEOR, and real‑world evidence into payer‑facing value propositions.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive presence, with the ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Strategic, data‑driven thinker with the ability to operate independently in complex, ambiguous environments.
- This role requires deep functional expertise, enterprise‑level impact, and the ability to influence strategy and outcomes both internally and externally.
- Bachelor's degree required in life sciences, business, public health, or a related field. (Master's degree strongly preferred: MBA, MPH, MS, or similar).
- 10-12+ years of progressive experience in payer strategy, market access, healthcare consulting, or related fields, with demonstrated enterprise‑level impact as an individual contributor.
- Deep expertise in payer contracting, reimbursement strategy, and value‑based care models across commercial and government payers.
- Experience in diagnostics, MedTech, digital health, or healthcare innovation strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes through expertise and influence, rather than formal authority.
- What's in It for You
- This is a full‑time position offering a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
- paid holidays and PTO
Nice to have
- Licensed clinical background (e.g., PharmD, RN) preferred but not required.
- Working knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to scientific and non‑promotional communications is a plus.
Compensation
- Estimated Pay Range
Benefits
- iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease.
- Monitor and synthesize emerging reimbursement, contracting, and policy trends across diagnostics and healthcare technology
- Serve as a subject‑matter expert and strategic advisor to Market Access and senior stakeholders on payer dynamics, reimbursement innovation, and market opportunities.
Company info
- As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
- If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com
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