Medical Sales Representative

COMPANY : SHIELDS HEALTH

JOB TITLE : MEDICAL SALES / MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE

LOCATION : MAINE REGION

REPORTS TO : CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

Who We Are :

Shields Health is an independent, Massachusetts-based medical service provider with a national reputation for blending exceptional customer service with superior technology.

Patients, partners and colleagues define our 35 + years of quality healthcare services as a true mark of successful teamwork.

Known for our advanced diagnostic imaging, we are a sought after provider not only because of our technology but also because of our teamwork and tremendous opportunities for professional growth.

The Team :

Shields Health’s Marketing Representatives support the integrity of the organization with their commitment to excellence.

The Marketing representative seeks, establishes, maintains successful relationships with the referring community, and is a conduit between the community and the company.

The Role :

• Achieve or exceed objectives set by management annually
• Establish a territory management plan
• Submit daily / weekly call reports to your reporting manager
• Establish and continually foster relationships with existing and potential referring physicians and their staff.
• Seek out new physician offices / groups to contact.
• Visit existing and potential clients. Provide and fully explain marketing materials presented during the visit.
• Review and fully explain the information provided in the SHC first-time referral package to new or potential clients.
• Educate the referring community about developments in our imaging technology, e.g., new or improved equipment and / or studies available, and the advantages to them and their patients.
• Participate with other Shields Marketing Representatives to call on a specific region of physician offices and groups on a specified day and time (a.

k.a. a Marketing Blitz).

• Track and monitor referral volume and identify current trends.
• Update Competitive Survey Report on a regular basis.
• Update the Shields Marketing Database as changes occur.
• Participate in weekly conference calls and monthly meetings with SHC Marketing team to report on progress and outstanding items.
• Attend center monthly staff meetings to report on marketing initiatives and to relay comments from the referring community, if applicable.
• Attend and fully participate in bi-annual Marketing Strategy Review Meetings
• Retrieve and respond to voicemail messages regularly throughout the day. Retrieve and respond to email messages on a regular basis, but at least once daily
• Responsible for accurate and timely expense reporting

The Skills :

• 2 years of prior medical sales experience
• Skilled in written and verbal communications. Excellent interpersonal skills required.
• Skilled in tactful persuasion.
• Skilled in the use of automated computer systems and software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to work under pressure and deadlines.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, which at times will involve evenings and weekends
• Must be an organized self-starter

In addition, the applicant will need :

• B.A. or B.S., concentration in Business, Economics, Healthcare Administration or Marketing. Healthcare related Associate Degree and healthcare experience would be considered.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to utilize computer and telephone systems.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle for short or long periods.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 20 pounds.
• Proof of valid driver’s license and automobile insurance or a reliable transportation plan.
• Employee is responsible for making employer aware of status change of license, insurance or transportation plan.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

NOTE : It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work

functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of lower or

equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.