Hiring: Patient Advocate Specialist Company: Essen Health Care Location: Bronx, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 11:04:53 Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid About the job Required Skills: •This role is based in Bronx, New York •We’re seeking a motivated and compassionate individual for a hybrid role that blends business development with patient engagement to support the expansion of our interventional psychiatry services in partnership with mental health practices. These cutting-edge treatments offer life-changing support to patients with serious mental illness. •As the Business Development Lead, you’ll play a critical role in growing our clinical partnerships and patient base. You'll build referral relationships with healthcare providers, communicate the value of our services to prospective patients, and support them through their treatment journey with empathy, clarity, and professionalism. •The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, goal-oriented, and thrives in a performance-driven environment. A background in sales or business development, coupled with a genuine passion for patient care and advocacy, is essential for success in this role. •Develop and execute growth plans for target clinics. •Identify and engage patient referral sources, including psychiatrists, primary care providers, therapists, payors, and hospitals in the community •Build and maintain strong relationships with referral partners to ensure consistent patient flow. •Organize marketing efforts such as webinars, lunch-and-learns, and community events Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree (preferable) •Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities. •Compassionate demeanor with a commitment to patient-centered care. •Fluent in English and Spanish •Persistence in identifying growth opportunities and working toward sales performance targets. •Empathetic communication and interpersonal skills. •Team collaboration across clinical and administrative functions. •Demonstrated capacity to work within highly regulated environment where compliance is key. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!