Key Account Manager, Long Term Care (Midwest Region)

Posted 8/17/2026 · last confirmed live 8/26/2026

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, as well as multiple novel product candidates addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at  www.axsome.com  and follow us on  LinkedIn  and  X . About This Role Axsome  Therapeutics is currently searching for a  field based   Long-Term Care (LTC)   Key  Account Manager  ( K AM ) ,  to  drive   LTC  commercial activities for  assigned  geograph ies   in accordance with  sales and  marketing strategies . The LTC KAM will  be responsible for  building  brand and company  awareness  while  supporting product adoption  across approved  indications.    The  LTC KAM   is responsible for  developing and executing strategic business plans across regional and national  long-term  care accounts to  optimize  patient access, product  adoption  and business growth . This role serves as a  key member of the LTC field leadership and  primary commercial lead for key stakeholders within LTC pharmacy  networks ,  integrated delivery systems,  regional healthcare organizations,  skilled nursing facilities, behavioral health  organizations  and affiliated  healthcare  providers.    The KAM will collaborate cross functionally with Sales, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Trade, Marketing and Operations to drive performance and strengthen strategic partnerships in the LTC channel.    Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Develop and execute strategic account plans for targeted LTC customers and pharmacy organizations.    Identify opportunities to expand product utilization and increase market share within accounts.    Deliver compelling customer engagement activities across both virtual and live settings.   Build and maintain executive level relationships with key decision makers including: LTC Pharmacy Leadership Medical Directors Consultant pharmacist Health system administrators Behavioral health leadership IDN Stakeholders   Deliver compelling clinical and business presentations tailored to customer needs.  Promote   within our approved labeling in a comprehensive, fair, and ethical manner that is consistent with industry- and company-specific legal and regulatory guidelines and policies   Operate in full compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and healthcare laws.    Develop strong customer relationships by better understanding the customer’s needs   Serve as a resource to customers and staff regarding payer policies and processes (i.e., eligibility and benefit verification, prior-authorization, and appeals/denials)    Support education and awareness of market access and reimbursement dynamics, including payer requirements, pharmacy fulfillment processes, patient access programs, and reimbursement tools.    Communicate territory activity in an accurate and timely manner as directed by management   Provide feedback to sales and commercial leadership, LTC sales colleagues, marketing, market access, and other internal departments about changing environment and results   Successfully complete all training classes in a timely manner   Complete administrative duties in an accurate and timely fashion   Manage efforts within assigned promotional budget   Attend medical congresses and society meetings as needed   Ensure timely access for patients through patient services and savings programs support.   Overnight travel as indicated by the needs of the business   Frequent driving, including extended periods of time behind the wheel   Additional responsibilities as assigned   Qualifications / Requirements  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university   10+ years of top performing pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or LTC account management experience Experience managing complex health systems, institutional, or LTC customer relationships Strong understanding of reimbursement, formulary access and healthcare delivery systems in the LTC market Launch experience strongly preferred   Must live in the territory's geography   Experience strategizing within cross-functional teams, utilizing differential resources to achieve business goals   Proven ability to successfully manage multiple tasks concurrently under aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment   Comfortability with uncertainty and high expectations   Patient support services experience a plus   Strong digital marketing aptitude   Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills   Frequent driving, including extended periods of time behind the wheel Prolonged sitting and standing as part of daily job functions Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs regularly Overhead reaching required to close and secure liftgates or similar equipment Salary & Benefits The anticipated salary range for this role is $190,000 - $215,000. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package. Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.

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