Head of Payer Product
HeadwayNew York, New York, United States • San Francisco, California, United States • Seattle, Washington, United States
Posted August 26, 2025
297500 - 350000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Headway is a mental healthcare platform connecting patients with therapists who accept insurance, making therapy more accessible. Founded in 2019, Headway has scaled to power over 600,000 appointments monthly, raising $325 million from top investors. The company prioritizes diversity and inclusion, offering remote work options across the US.
Job Description
Headway is a fast-growing mental health care company aiming to expand access to therapy by integrating technology with insurance companies. They are seeking a Head of Payer Product to lead the evolution of mental healthcare finance. The role involves building innovative products and partnering with large healthcare companies to improve payer and patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Deep knowledge of payer/insurance models.
- Ability to build clarity, structure, and strategy in ambiguous spaces.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in digital health startups, healthcare consulting, or industry ownership.
Benefits
- Equity compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- HSA / FSA
- 401K
- Work-from-Home Stipend
- Therapy Reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Flexible PTO
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and professional development