Business Development Assistant

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care is seeking a proactive Business Development Assistant to enhance outreach and strengthen relationships in the nursing home sector in NYC. This full-time position involves conducting in-person visits and maintaining partnerships, ideally suited for individuals with a background in healthcare or marketing within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in business development or marketing preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within the NYC metro area.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach and relationship management efforts.
• Schedule nursing home visits and coordinate meetings.
• Prepare meeting materials and maintain CRM.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

College degree in related field

Tools

CRM systems

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Essen Health Care, we care for that!

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

At Essen Health Care, we care for that!

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Position Title Business Development Assistant - Nursing Home Marketing & Outreach

Location New York City Metro Area (In-Person 2x/Week)

Employment Type Full-Time

Job Summary We are looking for a proactive and organized Business Development Assistant to support our outreach and relationship management efforts across a network of nursing homes in the NYC area. This role is ideal for someone with a background in healthcare, marketing, or healthcare operations who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

You will play a key role in scheduling nursing home visits, coordinating on-site meetings, managing follow-up actions, and helping to grow and strengthen our partnerships with long-term care facilities. Previous supervisor or managerial experience is highly preferred. Clinical knowledge or experience (e.g., CNA, LPN, RN background) is beneficial but not required.

This is a marketing-driven, field-based role with required in-person visits 2x per week, primarily within the NYC area.

• Outreach & Relationship Building
• Assist in maintaining and growing partnerships with nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
• Serve as a liaison between our organization and facility staff, administrators, and decision-makers.
• Represent the company during in-person visits, meetings, and community events.
• Scheduling & Coordination
• Organize and maintain a rotating schedule of in-person nursing home visits (minimum 2x/week).
• Track follow-ups and ensure timely completion of key action items from meetings and visits.
• Help coordinate marketing events, presentations, and staff introductions.
• Administrative & Operational Support
• Prepare meeting materials, marketing collateral, and visit summaries.
• Maintain CRM or internal tracking tools to document outreach activities and progress.
• Support data collection, reporting, and communication with internal teams.
• Marketing & Brand Representation
• Ensure brand presence and messaging is consistent and professional across all touchpoints.
• Distribute promotional materials and represent the company at onsite visits.
• Gather feedback from facilities to inform ongoing marketing and operational strategies.
  
  

• Required
• College degree required, in related field preferred
• Prior experience in a business development, outreach, or marketing role—preferably in healthcare or senior care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional, client-facing demeanor.
• Ability to manage time, schedule visits, and follow through on tasks with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel within the NYC metro area (reliable transportation required).
• Preferred
• Clinical background (e.g., CNA, LPN, RN) or familiarity with healthcare workflows is a plus.
• Experience working with or marketing to nursing homes, long-term care, or home health agencies.
• Comfort with CRM systems, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and communication tools.
  

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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