Director of Business Development

Manatee Memorial Hospital, located in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a dynamic leader to take on the role of Director of Business Development!

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 (CEO), 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 (PRMs), 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.
• Must represent the organization in the community through consistent visibility, relationship-building, and service excellence initiatives while supporting additional strategic projects assigned.

Requirements

• Masters degree is required.
• Acute Care experience is required.

The Organization

• Manatee Memorial Hospital is a full-service acute care hospital serving Bradenton and the surrounding Gulf Coast communities for over 70 years.
• Manatee Memorial Hospital is a 319-bed facility, the hospital delivers a wide range of services including emergency care, surgery, cardiovascular services, oncology, orthopedics, and womens and childrens care.
• Part of Manatee Health, which is operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS)one of the nations largest healthcare management companies.
• Features advanced clinical programs and centers of excellence, including heart and vascular, stroke, orthopedic and spine, lung, and breast care services.
• Manatee offers robotic-assisted surgery and advanced cardiac procedures, along with a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the only pediatric center in Manatee County.
• Recognized for quality and patient safety, including national awards for stroke care and accreditation by The Joint Commission.

The Community

• Located along Floridas Gulf Coast, Bradenton offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with beautiful waterfront views and easy access to the stunning beaches of Anna Maria Island.
• The city features a vibrant arts and culture scene, highlighted by attractions like The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and a lively downtown riverwalk.
• Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy year-round recreation, from boating and fishing to golf and nature trails along the scenic Manatee River.
• Conveniently located near Sarasota and within commuting distance of Tampa, Bradenton combines relaxed coastal living with access to major metro amenities.

Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:

Jill Ettori

Executive Search Director

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