Global Health Economics & Reimbursement Intern, Summer 2024

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our University Programs are designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of our talented people across the globe, including early career professionals seeking to explore and establish themselves within the medical device industry. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. As a Global Health Economics & Reimbursement Intern with us, you’ll find motivation and inspiration in a culture that emphasizes passion for patients as you discover your own strengths.

Dedicated to innovation, our Surgical business unit is focused on identifying and solving critical, unmet needs in cardiac surgery. In understanding the challenges of open-heart surgery, we partner with surgical teams to deliver modern technologies intended to enhance patients’ quality of life and expand their potential treatment opportunities. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

How you will make an impact:

• Support the Surgical Structural Heart Global Health Economics & Reimbursement (GHER) team.

• Play a key role in the messaging strategy and deployment of evidence generation initiatives, including the economics of lifetime management of aortic stenosis.

• Support the creation of commercial collateral to educate facilities on appropriate billing and reimbursement in the US.

• Conduct data analysis and communicate strategic recommendations from the analysis results

• Understand and document the coding, coverage, and reimbursement policies for Surgical  therapies.

• Understand how GHER supports the product development cycle through real-world evidence work.

• Analyze the latest reimbursement trends and policies that impact cardiovascular surgery, including hospital profitability

• Support reimbursement initiatives globally, including US and Asia Pacific

• Develop a foundational understanding of health economics & reimbursement in the US and Asia Pacific

What you'll need (required):

• Internship applicants must be enrolled in an accredited graduate business program or healthcare business program for the entire duration of their internship. Examples include - MBA, MPH, MHA, Healthcare Decision Analysis, PharmD.

• Must graduate December 2024 or later.

• Must be in good scholastic standing (3.5+ GPA or equivalent)

• Must be available to work 10-12 weeks full-time over the course of the summer. Specific dates flexible depending on school schedule.

• Strong interest in pursuing relevant industry experience within the healthcare and medical devices industry is a plus.

• Must not require company sponsorship for an employment-based visa now or in the future.

What else we look for (Preferred) :

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel.

• Proven successful project management leadership skills.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $54,000 to $72,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.   

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In c