Business Development Representative

We are seeking a passionate and results-driven Business Development Representative to serve as the Pediatric Care Consultant with our team in the West Houston service area. This role combines business development, marketing, and relationship management to help expand our pediatric services within the community. As a Pediatric Care Consultant, you will play a vital role in building strong partnerships with physicians, case managers, referral coordinators, and other key stakeholders to drive growth and ensure families receive the best care possible. Care Options for Kidsconnects leading pediatric specialists with families to provide best‑in‑class pediatric nursing, therapy, and school‑based services. We seamlessly integrate into children’s lives by bringing individualized care to children where they live, work, and play. Our pediatric specialists are committed to providing high‑quality pediatric services that help children and families live their best lives. We empower our community of clinicians to meet children where they are by providing the support and resources necessary to decrease administrative burdens. This focus allows our clinicians to obtain optimal work‑life balance. Organizational Competencies Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values. Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Duties and Responsibilities Implement sales/marketing plan for in‑home healthcare. Responsible for census development through the implementation of external and internal sales & marketing programs with both existing and new accounts. Work with families and community partners both virtually and in person to provide guidance on programs designed to improve patient outcomes. Maintain up‑to‑date key account records including background, contact history, objectives, referral trends, etc. Ability to develop an adequate knowledge of State, Federal and other regulatory requirements related to the facility. Maintain up‑to‑date information, as needed, on specifically assigned competitors including pricing, census, product information, and marketing strategies. Report progress versus goals and census development barriers. Contact key physicians and other health care representatives on a regular basis. Perform sales calls on a routine basis. Work with other agencies and promote good community relations through involvement in community events. Provide input and advice concerning advertising and promotion activities including print, online, electronic media and direct mail. Other duties as assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change. Education and Experience High School diploma required; college degree in marketing or business preferred. Two years of experience in healthcare sales experience preferred. Ability to work independently, possess strong self‑management skills in the field. Must be highly motivated, goal oriented and energetic. Ability to build credibility quickly and build relationships to nurture and maintain strong relationships with the clinicians in the territory. Possess strong communication skills to include presentations and writing skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain organized and focused on multiple priorities. Special Requirements Possession of a valid state driver's License with reliable transportation and applicable car insurance, or reliable transportation available to timely make appointments as assigned. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk. Ability to regularly sit, stand, bend, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. Ability to frequently use hands to type, write, push, file, handle, or feel. Ability to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions in the process of travel to outside appointments. The work environment is highly variable, as duties are provided in a variety of community sites. Lighting, acoustics, air quality, temperature and environmental hazards are not predictable. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. Travel The employee is required to travel frequently to complete agency business. What We Offer A supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunity to join a rapidly growing, fast‑paced organization. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Generous paid time off. 401(k) retirement plan. A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. Care Options For Kids is an equal opportunity employer. The Equal Employment Opportunity Policy of Care Options For Kids is to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. Care Options For Kids hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. Care Options For Kids believes that associates should be provided with a working environment which enables each associate to be productive and to work to the best of his or her ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining a discrimination and harassment‑free atmosphere. *Restrictions Apply #J-18808-Ljbffr