Vaidehi Shah
San Jose
Summary
Pharmacist currently serving as a Senior Case Manager at Genentech within the Rare Disease division, supporting patients with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in therapy initiation and long-term access. Collaborate closely with field-based teams, including Area Managers and Patient Access Liaisons, to navigate reimbursement strategies, coordinate with specialty providers, and remove access barriers across complex healthcare systems. Recognized for strong provider engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and ability to execute in fast-paced clinical environments. Seeking to leverage clinical expertise, field partnership experience, and strategic access knowledge in a medical device role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Case Manager - Rare Disease
Genentech
09.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with Area Managers and Patient Access Liaisons to ensure timely therapy initiation and continuity for SMA patients.
- Coordinate with neurology clinics, specialty pharmacies, and payers to secure timely access to Evrysdi.
- Navigate prior authorizations, appeals, and financial assistance programs across complex payer landscapes.
- Identify and resolve access barriers to prevent therapy delays and improve adherence.
- Acted as liaison between providers, field teams, and internal stakeholders to enhance workflow efficiency.
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Provided counseling to patients on chronic disease management and medication adherence, fostering better health outcomes.
- Worked with providers to address medication access and insurance issues, improving patient care.
- Enhanced vaccine uptake and patient satisfaction by optimizing workflow.
- Administered immunizations and conducted point-of-care testing.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) - Pharmacy
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Fort Worth, TX01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA01-2018
Skills
- Field collaboration
- Provider engagement
- Healthcare navigation
- Reimbursement strategy
- Patient access solutions
- Cross-functional communication
- Relationship building
- Healthcare Quality Improvement
Certification
- Registered Pharmacist, Texas
- ACLS & BLS Certified
Personal Information
Title: PharmD
Timeline
Senior Case Manager - Rare Disease
Genentech
09.2025 - Current
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens
01.2020 - 01.2024
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) - Pharmacy
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University