Psychiatric Account Manager

Syneos Health, Inc.; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible paid time off

401k company match

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical solutions organization is seeking a Psychiatric Account Manager in Whittier, CA. This role involves building relationships with key stakeholders in the healthcare sector, particularly within psychiatric care. The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS degree, experience in direct selling to healthcare professionals, and a strong understanding of psychiatric conditions. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $160,000 annually, with benefits tailored to support personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct selling experience to healthcare professionals.
• Psychiatric experience is required, with a preference for a working knowledge of Schizophrenia.
• Ability to identify key decision makers and develop strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive relationships with target institutions.
• Achieve success in a complex selling environment.
• Deliver product presentations to healthcare professionals.

Skills

Relationship Building

Account Management

Communication Skills

Business Analytics

Self-Motivated

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Updated: March 12, 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).

Successful Psychiatric Account Manager will:

• 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 experience required.
• Psychiatric experience is 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 is 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 $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.

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.

Benefits include a competitive compensation package, Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), Company match 401k, flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. 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 companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)