Director Of Payor Relations, Sports Medicine

Smith+Nephew

US
Base: $150,000-260,000 usd annually; bonus/equity:...
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8-10+ years payer relations experience
U.s. commercial payer engagement expertise
Sports medicine or orthopaedics background
** Smith+Nephew is seeking a Director of Payor Relations for their Sports Medicine division to develop and execute payer engagement strategies that enhance patient access to their products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payer relations within the healthcare or medical device sector, with a strong focus on U.S. commercial payers. **

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the primary interface between the organization and key payer stakeholders to shape value narratives and influence policy.
  • The position requires a leader who can partner closely with Commercial, Sales, Marketing, and HEOR teams to align payer strategies with business objectives.
  • Smith+Nephew offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and flexible work arrangements.

Matching Summary

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** Smith+Nephew is seeking a Director of Payor Relations for their Sports Medicine division to develop and execute payer engagement strategies that enhance patient access to their products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payer relations within the healthcare or medical device sector, with a strong focus on U.S. commercial payers. **

Salary

Base: $150,000-260,000 USD annually; Bonus/Equity: Bonus and benefits included; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Tuition Reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-10+ years payer relations experience
  • U.S. commercial payer engagement expertise
  • Sports Medicine or Orthopaedics background
  • Influencing national coverage strategy
  • HEOR principles and value proposition development

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree in MBA, MPH, MHA, or PharmD
  • Established relationships with C-Suite executives
  • Strong cross-functional leadership skills
  • Experience with coding and utilization management
  • Ability to translate complex clinical data

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 8-10+ years of experience in market access or reimbursement
  • Demonstrated experience engaging U.S. commercial payers
  • Proven track record of influencing payer policy outcomes

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