CRISTINA HUTTER BSN, RN
Pittsboro
Summary
Healthcare leader and registered nurse with 17 years of clinical and industry experience in solid organ transplant, hematology/oncology, bone marrow transplant, and CAR-T cell therapy. Demonstrated success in cross-functional leadership and strategic site onboarding for novel cellular therapies. Expertise in stakeholder engagement and patient advocacy, with a focus on effective implementation of cell and gene therapies across various healthcare environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cellular Therapy Account Director
Pierre Fabre Pharmaceuticals
08.2024 - Current
- Identify and engage with HCPs and the medical team, within the southern mid-atlantic territory, in the fields of BMT and SOT managing PTLD.
- Proven success in site activation, onboarding, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong relationships with transplant teams and academic centers.
- Clinical expertise in cell and gene therapy implementation and patient advocacy.
- Lead discussion to better understand the patient journey of diagnosis, treatment and referral process, while also engaging on site onboarding for allogeneic cell therapies.
- Educate physicians on the severity of PTLD, current standard of care and identify patients with high unmet needs.
- Lead institution mapping which includes understanding of decision-making process, patient flow within institutions, and patient referral networks pre and post approval.
- Engage with other key stakeholders to understand disease burden and awareness and map relevant processes.
- Collaborate with marketing in the development of US promotional materials to prepare for successful launch.
- Facilitate and ensure collaborative cross-functional communication and relationships with internal (Value and Access, Medical Affairs, Technical Operations, Legal and Compliance, Marketing and Patient Affairs) as well as institutional stakeholders, including C-Suite personnel.
- Provide support at professional meetings, including national and regional congresses, reporting on scientific sessions and facilitating meetings with HCPs, APPs and Administrative Directors of the transplant team.
- Keep up to date with the latest clinical data.
- Serve as liaison while aligning Pierre Fabre corporate objectives with external academic stakeholders’ interests.
- Operate in compliance with all laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of Pierre Fabre activities and adhere to all US State and Federal Regulations.
Transplant Manager
Eurofins Transplant Genomics
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Cultivated strong relationships with transplant care teams, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.
- Managed large accounts across mid-Atlantic territory with a proven track record.
- Coordinated operational activities for site setup and patient product use.
- Educated site staff on product applications and best practices.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative departments to streamline onboarding processes.
- Served as primary contact for activated sites, facilitating communication and addressing Portal inquiries.
- Guided team members in successful product adoption, improving customer outcomes.
- Identified challenges proactively, reducing customer error rate and increasing operational efficiency.
Transplant Coordinator – Kidney Transplant
UNC Chapel Hill
06.2018 - 01.2022
- Orchestrated patient referrals and evaluations for kidney transplants, ensuring timely care delivery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive follow-up and support.
- Responded to organ offers during on-call duties, addressing patient concerns and providing guidance.
Transplant Coordinator – Stem Cell and CAR-T
NYP/Weill Cornell
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Facilitated interprofessional communication among healthcare team members throughout the transplant process.
- Evaluated donor suitability based on comprehensive medical history and lifestyle assessment.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory standards governing transplantation services.
- Coordinated organ donor-recipient matching to enhance compatibility and success rates.
- Arranged transportation for patients requiring specialized care during transit.
- Maintained detailed records of patient information, including medical history and medications.
- Secured insurance prior authorizations for transplant surgeries by initiating insurer contact.
- Developed transplantation policies to improve service efficiency and outcomes.
RN – Neonatal ICU
WakeMed Hospital
01.2014 - 08.2014
RN – Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Stony Brook University Hospital
08.2007 - 01.2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stony Brook University
NYSkills
- 18 years of clinical experience in oncology, transplant, and cellular therapy
- Site activation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Territory growth
- Marketing
- New product launch
- Brand promotion
- Territory management
Accomplishments
- Awarded President's Club (2023) as a Top 3 National Performer for excellence in site activation, retention and growth.
- Maximized cell therapy site engagement (100%), streamlining onboarding and activation.
- Provided strategic insights as a Trakcel OCELLOS Portal Advisory Committee member, improving platform functionality and user experience.
- Consistently expedited site readiness, minimizing barriers to clinical adoption.
- Experience in rare disease
- KOL development
- Large territory management. Serving DE, MD, D.C., VA, NC, SC and TN
Websites
Timeline
Cellular Therapy Account Director
Pierre Fabre Pharmaceuticals
08.2024 - Current
Transplant Manager
Eurofins Transplant Genomics
01.2022 - 08.2024
Transplant Coordinator – Kidney Transplant
UNC Chapel Hill
06.2018 - 01.2022
Transplant Coordinator – Stem Cell and CAR-T
NYP/Weill Cornell
08.2014 - 06.2018
RN – Neonatal ICU
WakeMed Hospital
01.2014 - 08.2014
RN – Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Stony Brook University Hospital
08.2007 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stony Brook University
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