Field Patient Access Director
Ascendis Pharma
September 07, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Salt Lake City, UT)
Worldwide
Market Access
Role: Senior leadership position overseeing regional patient access functions, including PALs and FRMs, to optimize therapy access and patient outcomes. Responsibilities: lead, coach, and develop field teams, set KPIs, and drive performance; manage patient access strategies for product launches and ongoing initiatives; collaborate with cross-functional teams in Market Access, Sales, and Patient Support; ensure operational efficiency and compliance with regulations; monitor performance metrics and translate insights into actionable improvements. Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 10+ years in pharma, biotech, or healthcare with progressive field leadership experience; expertise in supporting rare disease or specialty products; in-depth knowledge of reimbursement pathways, specialty pharmacy, and access regulations; strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills. High-Value: experience supporting rare diseases or specialty medications, reimbursement expertise, compliance knowledge, and leadership of field-based teams. WorkSetup: Field-based role with regional responsibilities; no explicit travel details provided.