Director of Business Development

Manatee Memorial Hospital, located in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a dynamic leader for the role of Director of Business Development. StartDate: ASAP. The Position The Director of Business Development will lead and coordinate all physician relations, community outreach, and business development activities to strengthen relationships with physicians, healthcare partners, and the community. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director will develop and execute strategic business development plans designed to grow priority service lines, including orthopedics, cardiology, and general surgery. Serve as a liaison between executive leadership, medical staff, nursing departments, and physician offices to support communication, collaboration, and organizational alignment. Identify new growth opportunities and implement strategies that enhance physician engagement, referral development, and market presence. This leader will oversee and mentor a team of Professional Relationship Managers, providing guidance, direction, and accountability for departmental goals and outreach initiatives. Coordinate internal and external communication efforts to ensure physicians and office staff remain informed about hospital services, programs, and capabilities. Evaluate opportunities for improvement (OFIs), develop action plans, and lead initiatives that address operational or relationship-based challenges. Represent the organization in the community through consistent visibility, relationship-building, and service excellence initiatives while supporting additional strategic projects assigned. Requirements Master’s degree is required. Acute Care experience is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr