Business Development Consultant

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Development Consultant to enhance relationships with referring physicians and employers. In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for promoting services, increasing patient referrals, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. The position requires a proactive approach to identify market opportunities and develop strategic plans, all while engaging with key stakeholders through various communication channels. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a leading healthcare environment, with a focus on collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance paid by BJC

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance available from day one

Paid Time Off including vacation and sick days

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in business development or related field.
• Strong ability to maintain and strengthen relationships with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate innovative quality continuing medical education programs.
• Support strategic analysis and marketing strategies to increase awareness.
• Develop and maintain databases for reporting and relationship-building.

Skills

Relationship Building

Strategic Analysis

Marketing Strategies

Customer Satisfaction Evaluation

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 required.

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked among the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's staff includes full-time academic faculty, community physicians affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine, and a house staff of 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

Responsible for maintaining and strengthening relationships with referring physicians, employers, and patients; collaborating with service lines to promote services; increasing patient referrals and admissions; and exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain and strengthen relationships between referring physicians, nurses, hospitals, third-party payers, and the community by coordinating innovative quality 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 and support the implementation of strategic plans.
3. Identify and target physician practices for increased referrals to the hospital.
4. Evaluate patient satisfaction with service line directors and develop strategies to improve satisfaction and market share, strengthening relationships with medical staff and referring physicians.
5. Develop and maintain departmental databases for mailing lists and reporting; engage in relationship-building activities via visits, calls, and electronic communication with key physicians, nurses, and hospitals.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• 2-5 years

Preferred 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’re 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 starting first day after hire
• Disability insurance paid by BJC
• Pension Plan/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available from day one
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
• Paid Time Off including vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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

*Benefits may vary by position and employment status.

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