Healthcare Market Access Counsel

Veracyte, Inc.

. Lead legal strategy and provide senior-level counsel on payer contracting, reimbursement, coverage, and broader market access matters .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $152,000 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in healthcare law, payer contracting, and reimbursement strategies, with the ability to translate complex legal requirements into actionable business guidance. Proven leadership in navigating regulatory landscapes and developing scalable legal frameworks for market access.

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Juris Doctor (JD)Healthcare LawPayer ContractingU.S. Healthcare ReimbursementContract Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Legal StrategyComplex Agreement DraftingRegulatory ComplianceReimbursement FrameworksPayer Policy EvaluationAppeals StrategiesContractual Provisions AnalysisMarket Access GuidanceHealthcare RegulationsBilling and Coding Systems

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationIntegrityJudgmentAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Market AccessManaged Care OrganizationsPrivate PayorsLife SciencesDiagnosticsClaims AdjudicationUtilization ManagementFederal Healthcare RegulationsState Healthcare RegulationsPAMA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead legal strategy and provide senior-level counsel on payer contracting, reimbursement, coverage, and broader market access matters
Independently lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of complex agreements with private payors, commercial insurers, and managed care organizations
Advise Market Access and senior business leaders on payer strategy, reimbursement frameworks, coverage initiatives, and market access opportunities and risks
Translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical business recommendations
Lead legal support for reimbursement and appeals strategies
Advise on compliance with federal and state healthcare laws, regulations, and guidance affecting billing, coding, reimbursement, payer contracting, and coverage
Evaluate payer policies, coverage determinations, reimbursement requirements, and contractual provisions, identifying legal, regulatory, and business risks
Influence cross-functional decision-making with pragmatic legal guidance
Develop legal frameworks, playbooks, contracting positions, templates, and scalable processes
Establish and deliver guidance and training on payer contracting, reimbursement requirements, healthcare regulatory developments, and market access considerations
Monitor changes in the healthcare legal and regulatory landscape, including PAMA, defrayal obligations, and state biomarker coverage legislation
Partner with Legal and Compliance leadership on complex or high-risk matters and escalate issues appropriately
Provide leadership and subject-matter expertise in healthcare, reimbursement, payer contracting, and market access
Work collaboratively in accordance with company values

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
5+ years of relevant legal experience, including healthcare law, market access, or payer contracting
Experience reviewing and negotiating contracts with private payors, health plans, or managed care organizations
Strong understanding of U.S. healthcare reimbursement and coding systems, including commercial insurance and managed care structures, the MolDx program, AMA CPT codes, and the CLFS
Demonstrated experience supporting or advising on appeals strategies, coverage disputes, or reimbursement challenges
Ability to translate complex legal and regulatory issues into clear, actionable guidance for business partners
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with a track record of working effectively across cross-functional teams
High level of integrity, sound judgment, and attention to detail
Experience in diagnostics, life sciences, or laboratory services environments preferred
Familiarity with payer policy development, utilization management, or claims adjudication processes preferred
Experience working closely with market access, billing, revenue cycle, or reimbursement teams preferred
Knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations impacting diagnostics and coverage preferred
Prior in-house experience in a growth-oriented healthcare or biotech organization or a commercial insurance company preferred
Comfort navigating ambiguity and contributing to evolving processes in a dynamic, mission-driven environment preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and benefits
Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses/incentives
Potential eligibility for restricted stock units
Inclusive workforce and workplace culture
Career opportunities and professional growth in a purpose-driven environment
Great Place to Work-certified workplace