Business Development Consultant

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Business Development Consultant to foster relationships with referring physicians and employers. This hybrid role involves strategic analysis and marketing to enhance service awareness and increase patient referrals. Join a team recognized for excellence in healthcare, where your contributions will directly impact community health and patient satisfaction. With a commitment to employee well-being, this organization offers comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, and tuition assistance. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Pension Plan

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in business development or related field.
• Strong ability to build and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with referring physicians and community partners.
• Develop strategic marketing strategies to enhance hospital services.

Skills

Relationship Building

Strategic Analysis

Marketing Strategies

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

BJH is hiring for a Business Development Consultant. This is a hybrid position. We are looking for applicants who can build relationships with referrals. Some travel is involved.

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is Missouri's largest hospital and is ranked among the top hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's staff includes full-time academic faculty and community physicians from Washington University School of Medicine, supported by residents, interns, fellows, and other medical professionals. Recognized for excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Business Development Consultant is responsible for maintaining and strengthening relationships with referring physicians, employers, and patients. The role involves collaborating with service lines to promote hospital services, increasing patient referrals and admissions, and exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain and strengthen relationships with referring physicians, nurses, hospitals, third-party payers, and the community by coordinating innovative continuing medical education programs, including teleconferences, videoconferences, and educational events.
2. Support the Strategic Workgroup in developing strategic analysis and marketing strategies to increase awareness of the hospital's services and providers. Identify market opportunities related to hospital, physician, and managed care alignment; make strategic recommendations; and support the implementation of the hospital's long-range strategic plan.
3. Identify and target appropriate physician practices to increase referrals to the hospital.
4. Maintain and strengthen relationships between the hospital, its medical staff, and referring physicians. Evaluate patient satisfaction and recommend strategies to improve satisfaction and market share. Enhance relationships to increase appropriate referrals and meet market goals.
5. Develop and maintain departmental databases for mailing lists and reporting. Engage in relationship-building activities through visits, phone contacts, and electronic communication with key referring physicians, nurses, and hospitals.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• 2-5 years

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Associate's Degree in Business, Social Services, or related field
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Social Services, or related field

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC, we are committed to providing benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available from the first day after hire
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan and 403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available from day one
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off, combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
• Adoption assistance

For more information, visit www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs.

This description provides a general overview of the work performed in this position and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. BJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.