Area Director of Business Development

Gentiva Health Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking an experienced Area Director of Business Development in Miami, Florida. This role involves leading sales strategies for hospice care, managing a team, and building strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in healthcare sales leadership and must be willing to travel extensively within their territory. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of direct sales experience in the healthcare service industry.
• 1+ years of healthcare sales leadership experience required.
• Proven ability to lead teams and exceed sales quotas.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of business development representatives.
• Develop and implement territory-specific sales strategies.
• Identify and cultivate referral sources through community engagement.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic partnership building

Data analysis

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Marketing

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB)

Job description

Overview

Drive Growth. Lead Teams. Make a Difference.

Are you a healthcare sales leader with a proven track record of driving referral growth, leading high-performing teams, and building strategic partnerships? We’re seeking an experienced Area Director of Business Development to lead sales strategy and manage a team of business development professionals across a defined hospice territory.

This high-impact role reports directly to the Area Vice President of Business Development and is responsible for driving census growth, optimizing sales performance, and developing new business opportunities in alignment with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of business development representatives, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management
• Develop and implement territory-specific sales strategies to meet or exceed census growth and admission targets
• Identify and cultivate referral sources through community engagement, physician relationship building, facility partnerships, and outreach
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and referral patterns to improve effectiveness and strategy
• Provide regular field coaching, joint sales calls, and ongoing professional development to your team
• Maintain continuity with existing referral partners while actively pursuing new market opportunities
• Collaborate with internal clinical, operational, and executive teams to ensure seamless onboarding of new patients
• Represent the company at community events, industry conferences, and partner meetings to promote brand awareness and referral relationships
• Monitor compliance with sales methodologies, performance metrics, and regulatory requirements
• Support and implement short- and long-range growth goals aligned with company initiatives

About You

What You Bring

Education: Bachelor’s degree required (Healthcare Administration, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of direct sales experience in the healthcare service industry (Hospice, Home Health, DME, Palliative Care, or Post-Acute preferred)
• 1+ years of healthcare sales leadership experience required
• Proven ability to lead teams, exceed sales quotas, and build lasting referral partnerships
• Experience using CRM systems, referral tracking software, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Prior experience with HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) preferred
• A top-performer with a track record of achieving growth goals in a metrics-driven environment

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance (travel required across assigned territory)
• Ability to travel routinely within the area to conduct field visits, training, and partner development (up to 75%)

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Apply Today

Step into a role where you can lead with purpose, innovate for growth, and build strong teams that change lives.

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace