Health Outcomes Liaison/Senior Health Outcomes Liaison, Field Medical Affairs (East Region)

The Health Outcomes Liaison/Senior Health Outcomes Liaison at Axsome Therapeutics is responsible for evaluating scientific needs within the payer environment and directly communicating the value of our products to healthcare decision-makers. They work closely with internal teams to align strategies for improving patient outcomes, ensuring compliant coordination with Market Access teams, and contributing to research initiatives in health economics.

Candidates for the Health Outcomes Liaison/Senior Health Outcomes Liaison position at Axsome Therapeutics typically hold a PhD, PharmD, MD, or DO. Alternatively, candidates with a Master’s degree and substantial relevant experience may be considered. Additionally, a minimum of 5 years in a field-based managed care or health outcomes role is preferred, particularly in CNS areas.

The anticipated salary range for the Health Outcomes Liaison/Senior Health Outcomes Liaison role at Axsome Therapeutics is between $170,000 - $205,000, with flexibility based on experience and qualifications. The employment package also includes an annual bonus, significant equity, and access to a comprehensive benefits package, all aimed at supporting our team's diverse needs.

The Health Outcomes Liaison/Senior Health Outcomes Liaison at Axsome Therapeutics contributes to patient outcomes by actively engaging with decision-makers at payers and healthcare institutions. By effectively communicating the value of Axsome’s therapies and collaborating on health economics research, you will help ensure patients have access to the necessary treatments, ultimately contributing to their overall health and well-being.

Axsome Therapeutics supports career growth for Health Outcomes Liaison/Senior Health Outcomes Liaison roles through exposure in diverse healthcare settings and direct interaction with key opinion leaders. Continuous training, participation in conferences, and collaboration with cross-functional teams also provide significant professional development opportunities within our innovative and supportive environment.

When asked about your experience in health economics, it’s vital to provide specific examples where your knowledge has directly influenced outcomes in previous roles. Explain your familiarity with methodologies used in health economics outcomes research and how you've applied them in partnership with payers or healthcare systems to drive access to therapies.

Address this question by emphasizing the importance of evidence and understanding the decision-maker’s concerns. Mention how you would prepare by bringing relevant data and case studies to demonstrate Axsome’s product value while actively listening to their reservations and addressing them comprehensively.

To answer this question, outline a specific collaboration where your contributions led to a positive outcome. Detail the challenges faced, your role, and how fostering open communication and strategic planning led to successful alignment and execution of market access objectives.

Discuss your approach to conducting thorough market analyses and building relationships with key stakeholders in the region. Highlight how you would gather data, identify trends, and synthesize information to ensure that Axsome’s offerings align with the needs of the healthcare market.

Explain your methods for staying informed, such as subscribing to reputable health policy journals, attending conferences, and participating in professional organizations. Illustrate how this knowledge directly influences your strategies in the Health Outcomes Liaison role.

Highlight your understanding that evidence-based medicine is essential for ensuring patient care is supported by the best available research. Discuss how you would utilize this approach to advocate for treatment access and address concerns from payers and healthcare providers effectively.

When answering this question, share a specific experience where your advocacy through presentations or discussions led to a positive formulary decision. Focus on the strategies you used and the importance of aligning the product's value proposition with the formulary's criteria.

Discuss the key factors you take into account, such as the specific needs of healthcare professionals, the importance of providing clear, concise information, and ensuring that all tools are aligned with the latest data and compliant with regulatory standards.

Explain that you would assess effectiveness through feedback mechanisms, such as surveys or follow-up discussions, and by tracking resulting patient access and outcomes metrics. Highlight the importance of continual improvement based on this evaluation.

Reflect on your personal motivation and interests in CNS disorders, perhaps sharing a story or detail that showcases your commitment. Discuss how this passion translates into your work and drives you to seek solutions that can significantly impact patients' lives.