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Cencora

Distributes medicines and supports patient care

Nurse Case Manager

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCA$64.3k - CA$99k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A diploma in healthcare or a related field is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Active registration as a registered nurse or registered practical nurse/licensed practical nurse with the College of Nurses in the province of employment is required.
  • At least two years of experience in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, insurance, or a related field is required.
  • Fluency in French and/or English is required.
  • At least five years of nursing experience is stated in the French qualifications.
  • Experience in third-party public or private reimbursement, sales, care management, or clinical support in the pharmaceutical industry is an asset, not a requirement.
  • Experience in healthcare and case management in a medical practice or hospital, insurance, or biopharmaceutical industry is preferred.
  • Bilingualism in French and English is preferred.
  • Experience in hematology and/or nephrology is an asset.
  • Ability to multitask, work under pressure, work independently, and meet deadlines consistently.
  • Strong customer service, telephone, oral and written communication, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to communicate and understand medical information and handle sensitive topics involving differing opinions, including negotiation.
  • Business and financial acumen, presentation skills, and proficiency in Internet research and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office programs.
  • Availability to travel at least 15% of the time annually and to be on call as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patients and healthcare providers with information about patient support services, diseases, and therapies based on manufacturer-provided materials and product monographs.
  • Assist patients and caregivers with assessments related to patient support services.
  • Act as a liaison among patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding medication access.
  • Address inquiries about program services, disease states, and product-related topics using provided materials, and provide ongoing support for disease- or product-related questions to support patient adherence.
  • Refer patients to healthcare providers for clinical questions beyond program materials.
  • Document patient information and interactions in the electronic patient record, and conduct ongoing file reviews and updates to reflect the patient journey.
  • Follow case-management protocols for data collection, patient follow-up, monitoring therapy disruptions or discontinuations, adverse-event reporting, and liaison with primary healthcare providers.
  • Collaborate with reimbursement specialists and physicians to secure therapy funding and explore alternative funding sources.
  • Coordinate and track patient services against key performance indicators to expedite access to therapy.
  • Attend specialized training for specific therapies provided by the pharmaceutical team.
  • Attend pharmaceutical, patient, and conference meetings, and work with patient associations and advocacy groups as needed.
  • Coordinate with healthcare providers, pharmacies, and infusion or injection clinics on treatment logistics and issue resolution.
  • Maintain clear communication with the manager, team, and client about patient case management.
  • Assist in training new nurse case managers and provide feedback on protocols, databases, processes, and interdepartmental processes.
  • Report adverse events and serious adverse events according to program procedures.
  • Provide telephone support, including maintenance and adherence-support calls, as needed.
  • Manage the database and continually verify case files and entered information.
  • Collaborate with other program staff on disease-management program development and implementation, including defining clinical requirements, drafting patient materials, determining adherence-program parameters, conducting needs assessments, and developing protocols.
  • Maintain partnerships with the pharmaceutical team and liaise with other organizations as needed to coordinate infusions and medication administration and resolve issues.
  • Remain available for periodic after-hours and weekend consultations and emails based on program needs; on-call duties may be required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • A graduate degree or specific experience managing a practice is preferred.
  • Experience in third-party public or private reimbursement, sales, care management, or pharmaceutical-industry clinical support is an asset.
  • Experience in healthcare and case management in medical or hospital settings, insurance, or the biopharmaceutical industry is preferred.
  • Bilingualism in French and English is preferred.
  • Experience in hematology and/or nephrology is an asset.

About the Company

Cencora

Distributes medicines and supports patient care

Cencora buys and distributes medicines for pharmacies, hospitals and physician practices, while helping drug manufacturers bring treatments to patients. Its businesses combine wholesale supply networks with specialty distribution for complex therapies and services that support prescribing and patient access. Customers order medicines through its distribution systems, and its teams manage sourcing, storage and delivery alongside pharmacy operations and manufacturer support. It earns revenue from pharmaceutical sales and fees for logistics and healthcare services. The parent company was formed in 2001 through the merger that created AmerisourceBergen, adopted the Cencora name in 2023, and is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Conshohocken, PA
Founded
2001

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