WHO WE ARE
When it comes to health were always looking for waysto push for better. Its why we were founded in the first 1957 ourfounder pharmacist William Wilkinson witnessed a mother sacrifice her healthby forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughters prescription. Heknew there had to be a better way. So he introduced North Americas firstprepaid drug plan and GreenShield was born as a not-for-profit with a missionto support better health for all Canadians.
We arent just a health and benefits company. Werethe only not-for-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage andcare together all in one place.
Were noble challengers purposefully building a betterway and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach thattakes care of the mind and body.
Our mission is to create better health for allCanadians and we know that starts with our employees.
THEROLE IN A NUTSHELL
Base Salary: CAD $51383.00 - 79261.00
The One Point Patient Care Specialist is the primary point of contact for assigned physicians and their patients enrolled in the patient support program. This role ensures seamless coordination of care from enrollment through therapy initiation and ongoing treatment. Acting as a patient advocate the One Point Patient Care Specialist facilitates communication between patients physicians and the pharmacy team while also navigating reimbursement pathways and ensuring timely access to therapy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Physician & Patient Communication
- Serve as the single point of contact for assigned physicians and patients.
- Provide ongoing updates to physicians regarding patient status and follow up to ensure continuity of care.
- Conduct welcome calls with new patients gather relevant information obtain consent and introduce them to program offerings.
- Inform patients about available support services (case management reimbursement support self-injection training prescription coordination adherence support).
- Maintain professional empathetic and proactive communication to resolve client and patient issues.
Care Coordination & Patient Support
- Manage all patient starts from enrollment through therapy initiation.
- Ensure coordination of program services including self-injection training and medication delivery.
- Contact patients periodically to confirm adherence and coordinate medication delivery schedules.
- Act as a patient advocate by exploring funding options assisting with reimbursement processes and supporting continuity of care.
Clinical & Reimbursement Expertise
- Maintain expert-level knowledge of assigned molecule(s).
- Demonstrate strong understanding of reimbursement mechanisms in public and private sectors specifically within assigned territory.
- Administer financial means tests and manage all aspects of patient financial assistance as applicable.
- Develop and maintain accurate documentation to support successful reimbursement outcomes.
Collaboration & Compliance
- Work collaboratively with Program Management Patient Care Specialists and Field/Case Managers to address escalations or interruptions in the patient journey.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the CRM system.
- Report all Adverse Events (AE) and Product Technical Complaints (PTC) promptly in accordance with policies and procedures.
WHO WERE LOOKING FOR
- Post-secondary degree in healthcare life sciences nursing pharmacy or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Minimum of 35 years of experience in patient support programs case management or specialty pharmacy setting (specifically reimbursement and patient data coordination).
- Strong understanding of reimbursement processes in Canadian healthcare (public and private).
- Excellent communication organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a cross-functional team.
- Proficiency in CRM systems (at least one year of experience with Kroll preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficiency in Power BI preferred.
- Bilingualism (English/French) is considered a strong asset.
THE CULTURE
We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just ameans to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyones voice is heard andvalued. Because thats what it takesto create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And weredriven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that yourworkplace should empower you to be the best version of yourself. Thats why we provide aplace where you can be inspired challenged and rewarded.
Where your growth means our growth.
Where your voice is heard and valued.
Where your work has purpose. And purpose matters.
We believe our people arecritical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger smarter andmore informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diversebackgrounds perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture topositively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isnt just about personalachievements its about making adifference together.
Heres to Better Health for All!
AFEW MORE DETAILS
Proficiency in English is requiredfor this position. As part of this role you will be required to communicatewith colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for thisposition we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their rolescollaborate and communicate effectively and contribute to the success of ourorganization.
GS supports diversity equity andinclusion in our teams and communities and we value the unique contributionsmade by all. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly to everyrequirement we invite you to apply. We encourage applications fromall candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislationthroughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let usknow of any accommodation through Information received relating toaccommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Providing this information givesGS consent to use your personal information to assess your suitability forspecific positions future opportunities or for your personnel file. Yourrésumé will be held in strict confidence and will be viewed only by theOrganization. Information may be stored outside of Canada and could be used foraggregate statistical purposes (which uses no personal identification).
AI Usage - GreenShield leverages AI to help produce Job Descriptions and ideate on interview questions. We also leverage AI for interview transcription support.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type : Contract
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 51383 - 79261