GENERAL PURPOSE:

La Diferencia Hospice Marketing Representative will work with patients and their loved ones, physicians, nurses, hospitals, nursing home facilities staff, doctors’ offices, and other community members to assist them in learning about hospice services, the benefit of hospice care, and how the caring and committed team at La Diferencia Hospice works to meet the needs of patients and their families in our service areas. The desired candidate should have a dedication to compassion, kindness and caring toward patients and their families, as well as toward the clinicians and practitioners who work with them.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·Provide feedback to the agency regarding the needs of the community.

·Establish professional relationships with physicians, discharge planners, social workers, facilities, and healthcare decision-makers through ongoing education and integration of successful sales strategies.

·Educate the community, referral sources, patients, and families on hospice services through daily planned activities including in services, one on one presentations, and group meetings.

·Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws relating to the promotion of the agency.

·Collaboratively develops new programs to promote the agency’s positioning within the marketplace.

·All other duties as assigned by leadership.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

·Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

·Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

·Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.

·Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

·Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

·Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

·Strong communication and presentation skills.

·Ability to work well with others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

·Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Marketing or Business is preferred.

·2 years of sales/business development experience in the healthcare industry

·Hospice, Pharmaceutical, Skilled Nursing, Durable Medical Equipment and/or Home Health Experience Preferred.

·Proven track record of excellent sales performance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

·Prolonged periods of sitting while traveling.

·Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

BENEFITS:

·Medical

·Dental

·Vision

·401K

EDUCATION:

Preferred: Bachelor’s or better in Marketing or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

Preferred: 2 years of sales/business development experience in the healthcare industry.

Required: Auto Insurance, Driver’s License

REPORTS TO: Administrator/Director of Clinical Services

I have read the above job description and understand the duties and responsibilities associated with the position. I can perform the essential functions of this position without specific accommodations.