Sr. Business Representative

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

This job builds and maintains effective long-term relationships in assigned areas in order to stimulate growth of the company’s services and/or programs. Analyzes the demand of the market, assesses data and assists in the development and implementation of plans based on department criteria or business demands. Assigned areas at this level may include larger or more visible service lines or territories.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, healthcare or related.

Work Experience

Required - 2 years of experience in business, sales, marketing, employee relations, healthcare or related.

Preferred - 1 year of experience in healthcare sales.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to develop and present proposals clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to analyze information, evaluate results and implement strategic growth plans. Strong negotiation skills and ability to identify benefits of services and/or programs from the client perspective.
• Strong analytical/critical thinking skills.
• Strong marketing skills and ability to track industry trends.
• Strong project management/organization skills and ability to estimate cost/budgets and manage/prioritize competing demands.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible schedule, including working weekends, holidays, and on call.

Job Duties

• Develops and implements targeted corporate sales, marketing plans, and strategic referral growth plans for assigned areas.
• Partners with current assigned client groups to build relationships and works with leadership to develop solutions to expand the company’s services and/or programs.
• Identifies prospective clients and referrals.
• Participates in marketing activities to promote programs by exhibiting in events or attending events for networking opportunities.
• Collaborates with marketing and business leaders to identify, design and produce all sales and marketing collateral including promotional items.
• Reports activities and business results.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for emplo