Market Development Representative
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Garden City, KS
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 27.28-39.59 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
Position will be responsible for providing education and information to physicians and providers at assigned facilities and hospitals that frame opportunities for additional awareness and referrals. The approach will be directed by the organizational strategic plan and key service lines business plans. Additionally, the Representative will support the organization’s retention efforts through communication of concerns raised by physicians as they relate to hospital operations and physician referral development. Uncovers, progresses and implements organization-driven business development opportunities
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
● Understands and executes growth goals to achieve monthly, quarterly and annual metrics.
● Provides weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to Leadership and provides input into the monthly and
quarterly operating reports (MOR) on sales encounters and activities tracking to specific predetermined goals
in specified timelines. Develops along with leadership the bridge plan if the metrics are not being achieved.
● Allocates the majority time to building existing and new relationships with physicians or key individuals;
proactively identifies needs and presents ways that Hospital/Market service lines can add value to
physician/client service needs.
● Researches physician clients, gathers market and physician/specialty information from internal sources,
researches needs and growth initiatives of service line; creates physician/practice profile prior to initial visit.
Performs sales calls and visits with community physicians, their office staffs on a routine and consistent basis,
and within guidelines set by the VP of Market Development.
Coordinates internal sales activity with others who have responsibility for sales efforts such as laboratory,
radiology, out-patient services etc., enabling appropriate call schedules.
● Maintains excellent working relationships with all physicians and their staff, facilitating problem resolution as
identified by the client while promoting and utilizing the most efficient and appropriate communication tools
and developing an approach that will address the individual physician’s preferences.
● Reports issues to the VP of Market Development, the appropriate Service Line Director and Hospital Leadership to identify root
cause and problem resolution. Responds as directed by administration to situations requiring immediate
attention.
● Participates in monthly meetings lead by the VP of Market Development with service line directors and other key hospital
personnel to coordinate activities, share visit information gathered and set target lists for future sales
activities. Maintains issues and status completion log from each meeting and provide appropriate follow-up
with internal and external customers.
● Maintains encounter file of visits and discussions to enable prompt follow-up and monitoring utilizing account
management platform.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
● Bachelors degree. Equivalent experience (4 years professional level)
may be considered in lieu of degree
● Min of three (3) years sales exp. preferably in physician recruitment
and/or medical/pharmaceutical sales
Physical Requirements: Sedentary work -(prolonged periods of sitting and exert up to 10lbs force occasionally)
Where You'll WorkWith more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
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Frequently asked questions
This position focuses on nurturing relationships with physicians and healthcare providers to boost referral channels. By delivering tailored education and understanding physician needs, the representative aligns hospital services with client priorities, directly impacting strategic growth in Garden City's healthcare market.
Success hinges on strong communication and relationship-building skills rather than just sales experience. Leveraging market research and understanding physician workflows allows a candidate to identify growth opportunities effectively, even with a non-traditional background.
Professionals often progress into roles like Market Development Manager, Business Development Director, or strategic leadership positions within healthcare organizations. Gaining expertise in physician relations and market analytics can open doors to higher responsibility and broader impact.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes continuous learning and provides access to resources that support representatives’ growth. Training often includes market insight sessions, leadership support, and tools to enhance physician engagement strategies.
Balancing multiple service lines and addressing diverse physician concerns require adaptability. The role demands proactive problem-solving and collaboration with internal teams to resolve operational issues while fostering trust among healthcare providers.
Market Development Representatives in Garden City typically earn between $50,000 and $65,000 annually, depending on experience and performance. This range aligns with healthcare sales roles in similar Midwestern markets, factoring in local cost of living and industry demand.
Garden City’s healthcare sector is growing steadily, creating moderate demand for market development professionals. The presence of multiple care facilities increases opportunities, but competition remains manageable, favoring candidates with strong local network knowledge.
While not mandatory, certifications in healthcare sales or market research, like Certified Medical Sales Professional (CMSP), can provide an edge. Familiarity with regional healthcare regulations and compliance standards is also highly valued.
Daily tasks include visiting physicians' offices, gathering market intelligence, coordinating with hospital service lines, and preparing detailed reports for leadership. The role requires balancing direct outreach with strategic planning to meet growth metrics.
Representatives are key in translating strategic plans into actionable outreach, aligning their activities with service line business objectives. They serve as communication bridges between providers and hospital leadership, ensuring client concerns inform operational improvements.