Psychiatric Account Manager

Syneos Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Company match 401(k)

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Syneos Health is seeking a Psychiatric Account Manager in Whittier, CA. The role involves building relationships with key stakeholders, achieving success in a complex selling environment, and delivering product presentations. Candidates should have a BA/BS, 5+ years of direct selling experience, and psychiatric experience. Salary ranges from $140,000 to $147,000, with potential for bonuses. The position offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct selling experience in Pharma, Biotech or Healthcare.
• Must have Psychiatric experience, ideally in Schizophrenia.
• Established relationships in the territory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with target institutions and community accounts.
• Achieve success in complex, matrixed selling environments.
• Deliver clinical brand-specific presentations to healthcare professionals.

Skills

Direct selling experience to healthcare professionals

Psychiatric experience

Strong communication skills

Business analytics skills

Account management skills

Education

BA/BS degree

Life Sciences preferred

Job description

Updated: April 27, 2026
Location: Whittier, CA, United States
Job ID: 14489-OTHLOC-C8yvYfwT

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 in which the need for collaboration and cross‑functional discipline is critical. Cross‑functional partners may consist of Account Partners, Market Access, Medical, Marketing and Operations colleagues.
• Develop a strong, collaborative partnership with field‑based colleagues to ensure the appropriate level of 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 informational sources to determine strategies and tactics for business decision‑making.
• Demonstrate account‑based selling skills (including group presentations, etc.). 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 their assigned geographic area.
• Participation in training and development programs.
• Maintain adherence and compliance with all corporate, industry policies and procedures.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree required; Life Sciences preferred.
• 5+ years of direct selling experience to healthcare professionals in the Pharmaceutical, Biotech or Healthcare industry required.
• Psychiatric experience required. A working knowledge of the Schizophrenia field is strongly preferred.
• CMHC account management and/or Hospital/Institutional experience strongly preferred.
• Established relationships in the geography are strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of formulary approval process and driving formulary approvals is 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.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $140,000 to $147,000. 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.

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. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. We also encourage you to join our Talent Network to stay connected to additional career opportunities.

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 401(k), 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.

Syneos Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, marital status, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status and will not be discriminated against. If you are an individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to complete any part of our application process, including the use of this website, please contact us at: Email: [emailprotected] One of our staff members will work with you to provide alternate means to submit your application.

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