Cardinal Health

Physician Relations Manager

Cardinal Health$90K — $116K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred
  • 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • 3+ years in healthcare sales or physician relations, ideally in oncology, imaging, or urology
  • Proven success in territory management and meeting sales targets
  • Deep understanding of healthcare market and physician engagement
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM tools

Responsibilities

  • Develop in-depth product and competitor knowledge to inform strategy
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians to enhance referrals
  • Meet and exceed sales quotas through effective customer education
  • Identify and adapt strategies for optimal partnership outcomes
  • Conduct market research to uncover trends and customer needs
  • Engage in outreach programs to strengthen customer relationships
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support marketing efforts

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off plan
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • 401k savings plan
  • Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Work-life resources
  • Paid parental leave
  • Healthy lifestyle programs
Full Job Description
Direct Sales is responsible for driving sales and services to new and/or existing customers through face-to-face or telephone contact to meet individual and organizational sales objectives.

Physician Relations Management is responsible for cultivating and maintaining on-going customer relationships with an assigned set of customers. Provides new and existing customers with the best possible service and recommendations in relation to billing inquiries, service requests, improvements to internal and external processes, and other areas of opportunity. Provides product service information to customers and identifies upselling opportunities to maintain and increase income streams from customer relationships.

Territory includes the Southern and Eastern parts of San Diego. Relocation is not being offered currently.

Analyzing physician referral patterns to develop customer-level strategic plans, the Physician Relations Manager will identify opportunities and utilize market intelligence to increase volume with existing referrers and develop new referral channels for market growth. As you work closely with the Operations, Sales, and Marketing teams to drive sales and achieve revenue targets, you'll own and execute the following core tasks, building lasting and impactful relationships with customers:

Responsibilities
• Develop deep product, service, and competitor knowledge, and understanding of local and regional market trends
• Positively represent, develop, and maintain strong relationships with physicians and other healthcare professionals to drive referrals
• Meet and exceed sales quotas by educating prospects on the benefits of our services, utilizing effective sales strategies and tactics to exceed growth targets
• Assess strategic partnership opportunities while continuously adapting strategies and tactics to ensure optimal win/win outcomes
• Uncover, monitor, and analyze market trends, competitive activity/intel, and customer needs and feedback, including but not limited to conducting real-world market research
• Build a robust customer base by leveraging and utilizing the necessary tools and resources for customers/clinicians to facilitate SSG
• Assist the marketing team with social media content, including Facebook, etc.
• Develop and execute outreach programs designed to engage and support customer relationships and brand awareness
• Partner and collaborate with JV partners, KOLs, and customers
• Understand disease indication trends and implementations with targeted outreach initiatives such as disease-specific campaigns, facilitating lunch and learns, dinner programs, CMEs, health fairs, tumor boards, grand rounds and other events that promote brand awareness/education

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• 4-8 years of experience, preferred
• Strong communication skills
• 3+ years of successful healthcare sales/physician engagement/relations (or service-based sales), preferably in oncology, imaging or urology, preferred
• Previous experience prospecting, managing territory/routing, analyzing performance, and communicating value to customers
• Self-motivated with demonstrated success/meeting sales targets in customer growth and retention with a winning "hunter" mentality
• Exceptional communication/presentation and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to interface at all levels expressing complex messages, and selling services through written and verbal communication to a variety of practice stakeholders (including physicians and administrative staff)
• Deep understanding of the healthcare market, including physician relationships applying a strategic and creative mindset with problem-solving capabilities
• Coachable with the ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools, and time to meet deadlines and achieve desired results
• Exceptional knowledge of the healthcare industry and competitive landscape with the ability to learn, analyze, understand, and convey complex information
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM tools

What is expected of you and others at this level
  • Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
  • May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
  • Works on complex projects of large scope
  • Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
  • Completes work independently receives general guidance on new projects
  • Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
  • May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues


Location and Travel Requirements
• This person will need to be located within an hour of San Diego. When they are not visiting with clients, they are working from their home office
• > 80% travel within the Southern and Eastern parts of San Diego

Anticipated pay range: $90,600-$116,460
Bonus eligible: Yes
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 10/12/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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About Cardinal Health

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Cardinal Health Careers

Joining Cardinal Health means becoming part of a team committed to pushing the boundaries of healthcare innovation and leadership. As a global leader in healthcare services and products, we offer unparalleled job opportunities designed to empower your career growth. Work You’ll Do At Cardinal Health, we are dedicated to creating an environment where professionals can thrive through diverse training and robust career development. We believe in fostering a culture that values diversity and drives innovation. Lead in a Dynamic Field Take a leading role in the healthcare industry with Cardinal Health. Our team is at the forefront of developing solutions that improve patient care and reduce costs. With positions ranging from logistics and operations to advanced analytics and pharmaceutical development, your work will directly impact lives around the world. Join Our Inclusive Team Be part of a culture that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Cardinal Health, we understand that unique perspectives lead to innovative ideas and better decision-making. Innovate with Us Our commitment to innovation is fundamental. Cardinal Health is a place where you can work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with industry experts to deliver solutions that make healthcare safer and more effective. Grow Your Career Cardinal Health supports your professional growth with comprehensive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and a clear path to advancement. From leadership programs to internships, we provide the tools to build your skills and advance your career. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship, a full-time position, or a leadership role, Cardinal Health offers a range of employment options to help you meet your career goals. Our hiring process is designed to match your skills and interests with the right opportunities within our company. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are always looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Development Enhance your career with our networking events, professional development sessions, and comprehensive benefits designed to boost your career journey. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Cardinal Health. Join Cardinal Health today and be part of a team that’s dedicated to improving the future of healthcare. Explore our careers page to find out how you can contribute to our mission and advance your professional journey.
Learn more about Cardinal Health
Size
47,300 employees
Market Cap
$20.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1971
5 Year Trend
+6.9%
Revenue
$156.4 billion
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