Director of Marketing and Business Development

Job Summary

We are seeking a Director of Marketing & Business Development to join our team of passionate patient caregivers.

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio (a partnership with Summa Health) is a state‑of‑the‑art inpatient rehabilitation facility dedicated to helping patients overcome disabling injuries and illnesses. We specialize in intensive rehab for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Our compassionate, multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a supportive, healing environment.

Joint Commission‑accredited and certified in stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, Summa Rehab Hospital is nationally recognized (including being named one of America’s Best Rehab Hospitals by Newsweek) for delivering patient‑centered care that helps individuals regain independence.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus on enhancing employees’ work experience, recognizing and celebrating achievements. We also encourage staff to share their experience through “My Ernest Journey” and our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened.” These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short‑and‑long term disability

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off – start accruing vacation time on start date

Required Skills:

• Three to five years current experience in healthcare required, preferably in a hospital setting or sales.
• Strong background in client services and relationship management preferred.
• Supervisory/leadership experience required.
• Current, valid, and active driver’s license, auto insurance, and clean driving record required.
• Ability to travel using publicly available air and ground transportation.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare field, marketing, or related field preferred.

Additional Qualifications/

Skills:

• Demonstrates an understanding of patient mix, regulatory requirements, reimbursements, etc. that impact overall hospital operations.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic sales plans.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in relation to reports, plans, projects and other job responsibilities.

Is the individual primarily responsible for the planning and execution of all marketing efforts including public relations, marketing, and sales to ensure full occupancy of the facility. Manages and directs the staff in the Marketing and Business Development Department. Provides administration with summaries and recommendations from market research evaluations. Coordinates the production and placement of advertisements. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.