JobBobsReal-time global job discoveryLive

Regional Director, Field Patient Access (Northeast)

Compasspathways · New York, United States · 2026-06-29

executive
Apply on the employer's site

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Company introduction:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) is a biotechnology company dedicated to accelerating patient access to evidence-based innovation in mental health. The Company is headquartered in London, UK, with offices in New York City in the US. We focus on developing novel treatments that have the potential to improve the lives of those who are suffering with mental health conditions and who are not helped by current treatments.   </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are pioneering a new paradigm for treating mental health conditions focused on rapid and durable responses through the development of our investigational COMP360 synthetic psilocybin treatment, potentially a first in class treatment. COMP360 has Breakthrough Therapy designation from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has received Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) designation in the UK for treatment-resistant depression (TRD) due to the pressing unmet need in this area. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are currently in phase 3 for TRD, have completed phase 2 studies for both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anorexia nervosa and are planning a further late-stage study in PTSD. We envision a world where mental health means not just the absence of illness but the ability to thrive. - </span><a style="font-size: 12pt;" href="https://compasspathways.com/">Compass Pathways</a><span style="font-size: 12pt;">.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Job overview</strong>:<strong>  </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Regional Director, Field Patient Access will play a critical role in enabling how patients access COMP360 therapy within a defined geography.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This leader will hire, manage, train, and develop a team of Patient Access Liaisons (PALs) while serving as a hands-on, field-based expert to support treatment sites, patients, and caregivers navigating the complex access, reimbursement, and operational pathways required to deliver COMP360 therapy. Success will require a leader who can simplify complex processes, remove barriers to care, and ensure consistent, high-quality execution across their region.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Regional Director, Field Patient Access will operate as a <strong>player/coach</strong>, balancing team leadership with direct engagement in solving complex access challenges in real time. This includes supporting sites with coverage navigation, coding and billing education, care coordination processes, and therapy preparations.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This role requires strong collaboration across Patient Engagement, Market Access, Commercial, Medical Affairs, Legal, and Compliance to ensure that patients and providers are supported with accurate, appropriate, and compliant access education and resources. The Regional Director, Field Patient Access will also translate field insights into actionable feedback to improve access pathways and patient experience at scale.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in reimbursement and access, experience leading field-based reimbursement and access teams, and a strong personal commitment to Compass’ mission of improving patient outcomes in mental health. They are energized by navigating complex systems, making them more accessible, and supporting both patients and providers through challenging journeys with empathy and professionalism.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Above all, this leader is patient-centered—recognizing that behind every process, policy, and workflow is a patient seeking access to care—and is motivated to ensure access is delivered in a safe, compliant, and supportive manner.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Location:</strong></span> <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Field-based and able to travel ~70% within region via plane, train, or car.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Reports to:</strong></span><strong> </strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Senior Director, Field Patient Access.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Roles and responsibilities <br></strong>(<em>Include but are not limited to</em>): </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Regional Leadership & Execution:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of Patient Access Liaisons (PALs), building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and patient-centered problem solving</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Operate as a true player/coach, stepping in to navigate complex access and reimbursement challenges while elevating team capabilities</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size:…

Similar jobs

Apply on the employer's site

Your next role is already in here.

Search live openings from thousands of employers, save the ones worth a second look, and let JobBob keep watch for the rest.