Business Development Consultant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Development Consultant to enhance relationships with referring physicians and promote their services. This hybrid role involves strategic analysis, customer service, and relationship management to increase patient referrals and admissions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. Join a team that values innovation and quality care, and make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Pension Plan and 403(b) Plan

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with referring physicians and increase patient referrals.
• Support strategic marketing efforts to promote hospital services.
• Develop databases for reporting and relationship-building activities.

Skills

Relationship Building

Strategic Analysis

Customer Service

Market Analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Business or Social Services

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Social Services

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. Its staff includes full-time academic faculty and community physicians of 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 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 and assist the Strategic Workgroup in developing strategic analysis and marketing to increase awareness of the hospital's services and providers. Identify market opportunities related to hospital, physician, and managed care alignment, and recommend strategies. Support the implementation of strategies outlined in the long-range strategic plan.
3. Identify and target appropriate physician practices to increase referrals to the hospital.
4. Maintain and enhance relationships between the hospital, medical staff, and referring physicians. Evaluate patient satisfaction with service line directors and propose strategies for improvement. Aim to increase referrals and market share.
5. Develop and maintain departmental databases for mailing lists and reporting. Engage in relationship-building activities through visits, phone calls, and electronic communications 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 fields
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Social Services, or related fields

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC, we’re committed to providing benefits and resources to support your 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 covering vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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

*Not all benefits apply to all roles.

This description provides a general overview of the job's nature and level. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer.