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Valeris

Patient Care Associate

Jeffersonville, IN · On-site

Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience so that ... patented technology, PharmaCord Lynk) by using your critical thinking skills and your knowledge of ...

Valeris

Executive Case Manager

Jeffersonville, IN · On-site

Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience so that ... patented technology, Lynk). This role requires a strong understanding of pharmacy and medical ...

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How much do life science patent agent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for life science patent agent in Indiana is $109,860.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,100.00 and $109,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges faced by life science patent agents in their day-to-day work?

Life Science Patent Agents often encounter the challenge of translating complex scientific research into clear and precise legal documents that meet strict legal standards. Staying current with rapidly evolving technologies and shifting patent laws requires continual learning and adaptability. Agents frequently collaborate with scientists, inventors, and attorneys, so effective communication skills are essential for bridging technical and legal perspectives. Navigating tight deadlines and large caseloads is also common, which makes strong organizational skills and attention to detail especially important for success.

What is a life science patent agent?

A Life Science Patent Agent assists in drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications related to biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and other life sciences innovations. They work closely with inventors and legal teams to secure intellectual property rights. While they are not attorneys, they are registered with the USPTO and have a strong technical background in life sciences. Their role involves analyzing scientific inventions, conducting patent searches, and ensuring compliance with patent laws.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a life science patent agent?

To excel as a Life Science Patent Agent, you need a strong background in biological sciences or related fields, expertise in patent law concepts, and a degree in science or engineering, often coupled with registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Familiarity with patent filing software, prior art search databases, and intellectual property management systems is essential. Excellent written communication, analytical thinking, and client management skills distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are vital for translating complex scientific innovations into robust patent applications, ensuring legal compliance, and effectively collaborating with inventors and legal teams.

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Infographic showing various Life Science Patent Agent job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 56% In-person, 11% Hybrid, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,860 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Executive Case Manager

PharmaCord LLC

Jeffersonville, IN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Valeris is a fully integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions that span the entire healthcare value chain. Formed by the merger of PharmaCord and Mercalis, Valeris™ revolutionizes the path from life sciences innovation to real-life impact to build a world in which every patient gets the care they need. Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience so that patients can access and adhere to critical medications. Backed by proven industry expertise, a deep commitment to patient care, the latest technology, and exceptionally talented team members, Valeris provides the data and strategic insights, patient support services and healthcare provider engagement tools to help life sciences companies successfully commercialize new products. Valeris provides commercialization solutions to more than 500 life sciences customers and has provided access and affordability support to millions of patients. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina and Jeffersonville, Indiana. To learn more about Valeris, please visit www.valeris.com.
A typical day in this role will include ownership of your patient journey from initiation to closure by using your critical thinking skills and your knowledge of the program and industry rules and standards. This includes completing benefit investigations, tracking prior authorizations / denial appeals, and assisting patients or other callers/stakeholders through resolution (via email, inbound/outbound calls and using our patented technology, Lynk). This role requires a strong understanding of pharmacy and medical billing and coding, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex reimbursement processes.
The Executive Case Manager provides expertise on insurance coverage and common access and reimbursement challenges affecting patients, healthcare providers and clients. The Executive Case Manager responsibilities include education on the access and reimbursement support tools available from PharmaCord and participating program, advising HCPs and/or patients and caregivers on the benefits and program eligibility for a specific patient, and educating HCP offices on Payor processes and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Relationship Management
    • Builds trusted relationships with patients, prescribers, and appropriate client stakeholders regarding reimbursement inquiries and challenges through proactive communication, timely and accurate execution of deliverables and demonstrated relentless passion for helping patients.
  • Manages all relationships in a manner that adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, program-specific operating procedures and industry standards related to access and affordability, including HIPAA and insurance guidelines.
    • Managed through call/contact center structure, this role supports inbound and outbound calls to patients, caregivers, specialty pharmacies and healthcare professionals.
    • Performs post Benefits Investigation calls to patients and/or physicians explaining coverage options and next steps in the access journey.
    • Manages all client inquiries as appropriate, such as case specific statuses.
    • Manages HCP inquiries, as applicable, pursuant to business rules.
  • All communications with the client's field teams will remain compliant and adhere to ways of working protocols outlined between PharmaCord and the client teams. Inbound Call Management
    • Manages inbound calls as directed by the program-approved FAQs
    • Triage patients to internal or external resources as appropriate.
  • Personalized Case Management
    • Provides personalized case management to patients and HCPs including outbound communication to HCPs, specialty pharmacies and patients to communicate benefit coverage and/or appropriately help drive next steps in obtaining coverage and/or access to prescribed medicine. All communications for case management will follow the guidelines set forth for the program and only provide information publicly available and/or outlined in the patient insert.
    • Leverages electronic tools to identify benefits and payer coverage; completes manual benefit investigation as needed.
    • Identifies and communicates patient's plan benefit coverage including the need for prior authorization, appeal, tier exception, and/or formulary exclusions.
    • Serves as a subject matter expert to internal team as required and appropriate.
    • Uses electronic resources to obtain benefit coverage outcome and if needed, outbound call to payers and HCPs to follow up on proper submission and/or outcome.
    • Coordinates nurse teach with nurse educators, as applicable to program.
    • Supports adherence services as applicable to program.
    • Identifies peer support resources for patients.
    • Proactively communicates needs for reverification of prior authorization or re-enrollment.
    • Identifies and reports adverse events, product complaints, special situation reports and/or medical inquiries received in accordance with program operating procedures and the Business Rules.
    • Documents all activities within the PharmaCord Lynk system, maintaining detailed records of reimbursement activities, including claims status, payments, and appeals.
    • Generate reports and analysis as needed to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.in accordance with business requirements.
    • Utilize Valeris' values as the driving force behind the team's success
    • On time adherence to training deadlines for all corporate policies and procedures
    • Ensure all SOPs are followed with consistency
    • Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned

Qualifications:
  • Completion of Bachelor's degree (or higher) required. Degree in healthcare administration, social science or similar related fields is strongly preferred. In lieu of a degree, five plus years of experience in insurance reimbursement, patient access, direct patient care, and/or patient education is required.
  • Two years of experience in insurance reimbursement, patient access, direct patient care, and/or patient education is required.
  • Minimum two years of experience in healthcare access delivery or management is strongly preferred.
  • Will consider other certifications and five or more consecutive years of experience in relevant field. Certification examples include PACS (Prior Authorization Certified Specialist), CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) or CCM in healthcare or social science (Certified Case Manager).
  • Strong understanding of medical terminology, coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), and insurance processes.
  • Demonstrated examples of executing within guardrails recognizing urgency and consistently delivering patient centric results.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrates the ability to think critically and issue resolution.
  • Knowledge of healthcare compliance regulations, including HIPAA and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.
  • Bi-lingual skills are a plus.
  • We are located in Jeffersonville, IN. Flexibility to travel on-site may be necessary.
  • Remote work eligibility is subject to all work from home criteria met and based on business need

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Prefer candidates who can type at least 35 words per minute with 97% accuracy.
  • Although very minimal, flexibility to travel as needed is preferred.
  • This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.

Why Work for Valeris:
We're committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team members. As part of our organization, full-time employees can expect:
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
  • Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
  • Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to your annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
  • Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% you contribute, with immediate vesting
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave to support work-life balance
  • Team members receive nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement in a company that supports personal and professional growth
  • A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
  • Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create an inclusive workplace
  • A mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, depending on the position, a drug screen in accordance with company standards. Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities associated with the position. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified at any time, with or without notice.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
At Valeris, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Valeris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Important Notice
Due to an increase in hiring scams, please be aware that if you are selected to move forward in our hiring process, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will contact you directly using an official @valeris.com and/or @echo.newtonsoftware.com email address regarding next steps in our interview process.
Please Note:
  • PharmaCord will never use Microsoft Teams to reach out to candidates for interview scheduling. However, video interviews are typically conducted via Microsoft Teams. Official meeting links will always be sent from an @valeris.com or @echo.newtonsoftware.com email address, or through our scheduling platform, Calendly.
  • We will never request your bank account information at any stage of the hiring process.
  • We will never send a check (electronic or physical) to purchase home office equipment.

If you receive any suspicious communication regarding employment with PharmaCord, please report it to our Talent Acquisition team immediately at careers@valeris.com
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