Job Description
Job Summary

Job Summary

The Director of Business Development is responsible for originating net‑new permanent physician search agreements with hospitals and healthcare systems. This role is a pure hunting position, focused on identifying, pursuing, and closing new client partnerships through a consultative, insight‑driven sales approach.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in physician permanent placement sales, thrives in a quota‑driven environment, and is skilled at building executive‑level relationships that result in long‑term search engagements. This role requires a disciplined sales process, comfort navigating complex hospital organizations, and the ability to consistently generate new business.

Key Responsibilities
New Business Development & Hunting

Prospect, develop, and close net‑new permanent physician search agreements with hospitals, health systems, and medical groups.
Lead consultative sales conversations with C‑suite executives, physician leaders, and operational decision‑makers.
Drive outbound sales activity, including cold outreach, networking, referrals, and in‑person or virtual client meetings.
Own the full sales cycle from initial outreach through contract execution.

Strategic Sales Execution

Develop and execute a targeted territory or market strategy to consistently generate new search opportunities.
Identify and pursue partner targets to expand revenue and introduce additional service lines over time.
Apply a structured, metrics‑driven approach to pipeline development, forecasting, and deal management.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation of client activity, interactions, and contracts in CRM systems.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Serve as a knowledgeable partner to internal recruiting, operations, and leadership teams to support successful search launches.
Ensure smooth handoff of new agreements and alignment on client expectations and delivery timelines.
Build relationships with relevant third‑party organizations to support business development objectives.

Market & Brand Growth

Represent the organization professionally in the market and strengthen brand presence with healthcare leaders.
Support initiatives to grow overall market share for permanent physician search services.

Key Skills & Competencies

Consultative Sales & New Logo Acquisition
Permanent Physician Search Sales
Prospecting & Pipeline Development
Contract Negotiation & Close
Executive‑Level Relationship Building
Strategic Territory Management
Healthcare Industry Knowledge

Qualifications
Education & Experience

Associate’s Degree with 5–7 years of experience in Physician Perm sales or healthcare staffing sales
High School Diploma/GED with 7–9 years of equivalent experience in physician perm sales or healthcare staffing sales

Required / Strongly Preferred Experience

5+ years of experience in sales, business development, or hunting roles within healthcare staffing
Proven success selling permanent physician recruitment or search services
Demonstrated ability to originate net‑new business, not solely manage existing accounts
Experience selling into hospitals, health systems, or physician groups
Strong closing skills with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

Work is performed in an office/home office environment.
Team Members must have the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Our Core Values

● Respect ● Passion ● Continuous Improvement ● Trust ● Customer Focus ● Innovation

At AMN we recognize that in-person connections have value and promote collaboration. You will be expected to come into an AMN Healthcare office at a frequency dependent on the work arrangement for your role.

Pay Rate$76,000 - $94,500 Salary

Final pay rate is dependent on experience, training, education, and location.

This position may include additional compensation such as bonus or commission. Please ask your recruiter for more information.

AMN Healthcare

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