Business Development Manager

Maxim Healthcare; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with company matching

Employee Discounts

Recognition & Awards

Career Advancement

Training & Mentorship

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare is hiring a Business Development Manager in Chattanooga, TN. The role blends entrepreneurial vision with leadership, compliance, and relationship-building to drive growth.

Expect a base salary of $55,000 per year plus commission, with weekly paychecks and robust benefits. Responsibilities include strategic marketing, field engagement, and leadership of recruitment efforts while maintaining strong client relationships and meeting KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or RN license preferred in a related field.
• Proven customer service orientation and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with high motivation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic marketing and business development plans.
• Spend ~80% of time in the field educating customers on services and benefits.
• Maintain and deepen relationships with existing accounts and create tailored proposals.
• Lead recruitment, conduct interviews, and manage recruiters.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and KPIs.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Public speaking

Independent & motivated

Technology aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Healthcare Administration, or RN license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Business Development Manager (BDM)

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Salary Range: $55,000 annually + Commission

Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Business Development Manager (BDM) to develop and execute strategic marketing and business development plans for a defined geographic area. This role combines entrepreneurial vision with leadership, compliance, and relationship-building to drive organizational growth.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks: Reliable compensation you can count on
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) savings plan with company matching
• Employee Discounts: Access to hundreds of nationwide vendor discounts
• Recognition & Rewards: Be celebrated through our awards and recognition programs
• Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow within a supportive organization
• Training & Mentorship: Benefit from structured onboarding and ongoing development

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement marketing and business development strategies, including business plans and referral targets
• Community Engagement: Spend ~80% of time in the field educating customers on services and benefits
• Account Management: Maintain and deepen relationships with existing accounts; create tailored proposals
• Growth Initiatives: Develop at least 10 pursuit plan target accounts annually and achieve financial goals
• Collaboration: Partner with Clinical and Operational teams to align strategies with office capabilities
• Customer Service: Deliver exceptional service, including conflict resolution and troubleshootingRecruitment Leadership: Interview, hire, and manage recruiters; lead daily Red Zone meetings and ensure recruiting strategies are executed
• Compliance: Maintain knowledge of federal and state laws, healthcare reform, and organizational requirements
• Reporting: Complete all required reports and activity tracking to meet KPIs
• Other Duties: Serve as Administrator where required; perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Healthcare Administration, or RN license preferred
• Minimum 2 years of business development experience in healthcare or related field
• Strong customer service orientation and excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and public speaking)
• Ability to work independently, creatively, and with high motivation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with technology

Lead Growth and Recruitment in Healthcare

Maxim Benefits

Health and Wellness

Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement And Financial Security

Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits

Lifestyle Benefits

Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.