Psychiatric Account Manager

Syneos Health; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Company match 401k

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Psychiatric Account Manager in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. This role involves building relationships with Community Mental Health Clinics and hospital systems. Candidates should have 5+ years of pharmaceutical sales experience, particularly in psychiatry, and must be driven and self-motivated. The position offers competitive compensation, with an annual base salary range of $150,000 to $160,000, alongside comprehensive health benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct selling experience to healthcare professionals in the Pharmaceutical, Biotech or Healthcare industry.
• Psychiatric experience required; working knowledge of the Schizophrenia field strongly preferred.
• Must live near to territory boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the relationship with target institutions and community accounts.
• Achieve success in a complex, matrixed selling environment.
• Identify key influencers and achieve designated customer interaction expectations.

Skills

Direct selling experience

Account management

Communication skills

Business analytics

Motivation

Education

BA/BS degree

Life Sciences preferred

Job description

Overview

Updated: March 12, 2026 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States Job ID: 14489-OTHLOC-C8wvYfwR

Join Syneos Health, in partnership with Luye Pharma USA Ltd., as a Psychiatric Account Manager and become a part of a fast-paced and challenging environment where our compassion and dedication drive us to meet the unique needs and goals of our clients. The Psychiatric Account Manager is responsible for building relationships with recognized experts, and prioritized stakeholders in the therapeutic area, Community Mental Health Clinics, hospital/institutional systems and integrated delivery networks (IDNs).

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the relationship with target institutions and community accounts, including establishing and maintaining positive relationships with key influencers and decision makers within the accounts.
• Achieve success in a complex, matrixed selling environment with cross-functional collaboration as needed, including with Account Partners, Market Access, Medical, Marketing and Operations colleagues.
• Develop a strong, collaborative partnership with field-based colleagues to ensure cross-functional support for customers within a defined geography and for developing and executing pull-through strategies.
• Identify key influencers and achieve designated customer interaction expectations with a focus on top target customers.
• Use data tools and insights, and other information sources to determine strategies and tactics for business decision-making.
• Demonstrate account-based selling skills (including group presentations) and build relationships in institutions aligned with customer segmentation.
• Plan and organize activities to ensure regular and consistent coverage of the territory according to a plan of action.
• Deliver clinical brand-specific presentations of product(s) to physicians and other appropriate health care professionals.
• Develop deep product and competitor knowledge and understanding of local and regional market trends.
• Manage territory budget to support sales and marketing activities.
• Complete all administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Execute the company brand strategy and tactics within the assigned geographic area.
• Participate in training and development programs.
• Maintain adherence and compliance with all corporate, industry policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required; Life Sciences preferred.
• 5+ years of direct selling experience to healthcare professionals in the Pharmaceutical, Biotech or Healthcare industry.
• Psychiatric experience required; working knowledge of the Schizophrenia field strongly preferred.
• CMHC account management and/or Hospital/Institutional experience strongly preferred.
• Established relationships in the geography strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of formulary approval process and driving formulary approvals preferred.
• Must live near to territory boundaries.
• Proven track record of success in a high science competitive selling environment.
• Ability to identify key decision makers, develop positive relationships and strong customer dedication.
• Proven track record of success in exceeding results.
• Self-starter, highly motivated to succeed.
• Strong communication, business analytics and account management skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Compensation

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $160,000. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. In addition, some positions may include eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and/or individual performance.

Why Syneos Health

At Syneos Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We also encourage you to join our Talent Network to stay connected to additional career opportunities.

Benefits and culture Here, the work is challenging, and the pace is exhilarating. By joining one of our commercial teams, you’re empowered to succeed with the support, resources, and autonomy you need. The diversification and breadth of our new and existing partnerships create a multitude of career paths and employment opportunities. Syneos Health has launched more sales teams in the last 5 years across all major therapeutic areas than the top 25 pharma companies combined. Join our game-changing, global company dedicated to creating better, smarter, faster ways to get biopharmaceutical therapies to patients. Experience the thrill of knowing that your everyday efforts are contributing to improving patients’ lives around the world.

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Syneos Health companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled).

Syneos Health has a voluntary COVID-19 vaccination policy. We strongly encourage all employees to be fully vaccinated. Additionally, certain local governments or Syneos Health customers may have vaccine requirements that apply to some of our employees. These employees are required to submit proof of vaccination to Syneos Health and maintain compliance with these requirements.

At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position will include a competitive compensation package, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Discover what our more than 25,000 employees already know: work here matters everywhere. We work hard and smart, all in the name of getting much-needed therapies to those who need them most. A career with Syneos Health means your everyday work improves patients’ lives around the world. Selecting us as an employer secures a career in which you’re guaranteed to succeed.

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