Research Manager, Medical Technologies
Mass General Brigham · Somerville-MA
What the posting says
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- PayStated
- $79,560–$115,721 a year
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- Remote OK
- ShiftStated
- day
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 2-5 years
- EducationStated
- ['bachelor degree', 'postgraduate degree']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Bachelor's degreerequired
Bachelor's Degree required
from the posting - Medical technology researchrequired
At least 3-5 years of research experience related to medical technology and/or healthcare services required
from the posting - Research skillsrequired
Strong research and analytical skills
from the posting - Medical coding systemsrequired
Working knowledge of medical coding systems (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10) and reimbursement methodologies
from the posting - Regulatory requirementsrequired
Familiarity with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements (e.g., CMS, state insurance regulations, NCQA)
from the posting - Communication skillsrequired
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear committee materials
from the posting - Microsoft Officerequired
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
from the posting - Claims/coverage policy systemsrequired
comfort learning claims/coverage policy systems
from the posting - Interpersonal skillsrequired
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others at all levels of an organization
from the posting - Cross-functional collaborationrequired
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
from the posting - Project executionrequired
Strong, demonstrated track record of ability to execute on time, on budget, and on scope
from the posting - Health plan or managed carepreferred
At least 2-3 years of health plan, managed care, or health insurance industry experience preferred
from the posting - Medical policy developmentpreferred
At least 1-2 years of experience with medical policy development, utilization management, or health technology assessment preferred
from the posting - Master's degreepreferred
Master's Degree preferred
from the posting
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham Health Plan is an exciting place to be within the healthcare industry. As a member of Mass General Brigham, we are at the forefront of transformation with one of the world’s leading integrated healthcare systems. Together, we are providing our members with innovative solutions centered on their health needs to expand access to seamless and affordable care and coverage.Our work centers on creating an exceptional member experience – a commitment that starts with our employees. Working with some of the most accomplished professionals in healthcare today, our employees have opportunities to learn and contribute expertise within a welcoming and supportive environment that embraces their unique and varied backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We are pleased to offer competitive salaries and a benefits package with flexible work options, career growth opportunities, and much more.
Conducts and leads research related to medical technologies, products, and services. Support decisions on coverage, utilization management tools, including prior authorization, and medical policy development. Manages the Medical Technology Assessment Committee and the Prior Authorization Committee in collaboration with committee chairs. Partners closely with medical leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to identify policy needs, to make strategic decisions on coverage and utilization management policies, to support configuration, and to ensure alignment with clinical best practices and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions
-Prepare the agenda for the Medical Technology Assessment Committee (in collaboration with the Medical Directors and the Manager, Research and Policy Development).
-Research and summarize medical literature, benchmarking, coding, regulations, and medical economics analysis for new medical technologies and for products/services designated as Experimental/Investigational.
-Update and maintain the list of services designated as Experimental/Investigational for each line of business.
-Make recommendations on coverage status based on the synthesis of the research.
-Prepare agenda for the Prior Authorization Committee (in collaboration with the chair, co-chair, and analytics team).
-Research relevant coding, benchmarking, and regulations for the Prior Authorization Committee and the Medical Policy Committee.
-Make recommendations to the Prior Authorization Committee on utilization management strategies, informed by value factor analysis and other relevant considerations.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree required and Master's Degree preferred; experience can be considered in lieu of a degree
Experience
- At least 3-5 years of research experience related to medical technology and/or healthcare services required
- At least 2-3 years of health plan, managed care, or health insurance industry experience preferred
- At least 1-2 years of experience with medical policy development, utilization management, or health technology assessment preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong, demonstrated track record of ability to execute on time, on budget, and on scope.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others at all levels of an organization.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Working knowledge of medical coding systems (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10) and reimbursement methodologies.
- Familiarity with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements (e.g., CMS, state insurance regulations, NCQA).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear committee materials and present findings to medical leadership.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort learning claims/coverage policy systems.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Working Conditions
This is a remote role that can be done from most US states
Monday through Friday, eastern business hours required
Remote workdays require a stable, secure, quiet, and HIPAA-compliant workspace. This will be confirmed via Microsoft Teams video for all employees
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
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