Physician Liaison

Verbal Beginnings•Columbia, MD

About The Position

Verbal Beginnings is a BCBA-owned, BHCOE-accredited autism therapy provider serving children in Maryland and Virginia. The Physician Liaison represents the organization in the local healthcare community and develops referral partnerships with providers who support families seeking autism evaluations. The role is responsible for managing a territory, growing referrals, and helping children access ABA therapy. Applicants must live in Maryland or Northern Virginia. The role offers a base salary of $72,000 per year and performance-based bonus potential of up to $25,000 per year, based on established business development goals and key performance indicators. Benefits include 25 paid days off each year, paid parental leave, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a professionally managed 401(k) plan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in pediatric healthcare, behavioral health, autism services, or ABA.
3–5+ years in business development, physician relations, healthcare sales, provider outreach, or field sales.
A track record of building relationships with physicians and referral sources and meeting measurable goals.
Ability to manage a territory independently.
CRM experience; Salesforce preferred.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Reliable car, valid driver’s license, and clean driving record.
Must live in Maryland or Northern Virginia.

Responsibilities

Build and manage a territory plan to grow referrals and admissions across Maryland and Northern Virginia.
Visit provider offices, host lunch-and-learns, and deliver educational presentations.
Strengthen existing referral relationships and develop new ones, including in underserved areas.
Represent Verbal Beginnings at networking events, conferences, and community events.
Partner with intake, marketing, and clinical teams to help referred families have a smooth path to care.
Track activity and results in Salesforce and share market insights with leadership.