Optum · 6 hours ago
Account Executive, Provider Engagement - Columbus, OH - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $164K/yr
5+ years expOptum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. They are seeking an Account Executive to develop and maintain provider relationships, generate program referrals, and implement strategies to increase market share within the assigned territory. This role requires a self-starter with a proven track record in building relationships with providers.
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Responsibilities
Build relationships and establish partnerships with provider accounts (medical clinics & staff) to generate behavioral health referrals to OBC clinics and virtual services
Implement strategies and develop sales plans to effectively penetrate the assigned provider markets; Develop and implement strategies to increase market share through identification of targeted providers
Demonstrate proficiency in the development and implementation of small group and individual presentations for targeted providers/clinics that cover all aspects of OBC programs
Manage clinic specific issues within established guidelines in conjunction with cross-functional team support
Conduct joint calls with clinical staff to develop strong customer relations with providers
Present reporting and outcomes as part of ongoing clinic engagement
Complete training and maintain clinical, product, and market dynamics knowledge, including competitors within territory
Work with established expense guidelines to maximize return on investment
Conduct job functions in a manner that promotes a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers
Coordinate efforts with other resources including Marketing, local Clinical Managers, and Regional Directors
Represent company and business at regional events providing education and awareness on services-such as conferences and other forums
Qualification
Required
5+ years of relevant experience in Account Management or customer leadership facing roles
Experience in a territory management capacity
Medical or behavioral healthcare environment experience
Experience calling on and presenting to physicians
Proven track record of success
Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel locally daily to providers
Permanent residence within a commutable distance to Columbus, OH
Preferred
Experience selling directly to medical groups
Behavioral health knowledge
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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