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Spire Orthopedic Partners
Middletown, Connecticut

Physician & Community Relations Manager

OrthopedicsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$73k-$110k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

  • Salary Range: $73,400.00 - $110,200.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: VariedJob Category: Health CarePhysician & Community Relations Manager Who we are: Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. What you’ll do: The Physician & Community Relations Manager serves as a key representative of Spire Orthopedic Partners and the assigned practice(s), strengthening relationships with referring providers, community organizations, athletic programs, and strategic partners throughout the organization's geographic footprint. This role is responsible for expanding referral networks, coordinating community outreach initiatives, supporting sponsorships, and identifying opportunities to increase brand awareness, strengthen physician relationships, and drive patient growth. As a member of Spire Orthopedic Partners' Marketing & Communications team, the Physician & Community Relations Manager partners closely with Operations and Practice Leadership, Physician Leadership, and the broader Marketing & Communications team to execute community outreach, referral development, sponsorship, and engagement initiatives that support the organization's strategic growth objectives. This role also works collaboratively with the marketing team to identify and capture stories, photos, and video content that showcase physicians, patients, community partnerships, and events while strengthening the organization's presence throughout the communities it serves.
  • ability, new services, scheduling updates, and practice resources. Distribute referral guides, physician directories, marketing collateral, and educational materials. Monitor referral trends and identify opportunities to strengthen existing referral relationships and establish new referral sources. Track referral activity and provide regular reporting on outreach efforts and referral growth. Community Outreach, Sponsorships & Events Manage organizational sponsorships, community partnerships, and outreach initiatives that increase awareness of [Insert Practice Name]. Coordinate participation in health fairs, community events, races, educational seminars, employer wellness events, and other outreach opportunities. Identify new sponsorship, partnership, and community engagement opportunities that align with organizational growth objectives. Coordinate event logistics, branded materials, giveaways, signage, and on-site representation. Represent the practice professionally at community events and networking opportunities. Marketing & Content Support Partner with the Marketing & Communications team to identify and capture compelling stories that showcase physicians, patients, community partnerships, and organizational initiatives. Capture photos, short-form video, interviews, and other digital content during practice visits, community events, sponsorship activations, and athletic partnerships for use across social media, website, digital marketing, and other communications. Coordinate with the Director of Content Strategy and Social Media Manager to identify upcoming opportunities for content creation and promotional campaigns. Assist in gathering physician testimonials, patient success stories, event highlights, and behind-the-scenes content that supports marketing initiatives. Collaboration & Reporting Collaborate closely with Marketing & Communications, Operations, Practice Leadership, and Physician Leadership to support strategic growth initiatives. Track and report community engagement activities, referral development efforts, sponsorship performance, and partnership outcomes. Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, referral meetings, community contacts, and follow-up actions. Represent the practice with professionalism, integrity, and exceptional customer service in all interactions.

Qualifications

Who you are: Education Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Healthcare Administration, Public Relations, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Experience 5-8 years of experience in physician relations, healthcare marketing, provider outreach, business development, community engagement, or a related healthcare relationship management role. Experience developing relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, or community organizations preferred. Healthcare sales preferred, with proven track record in physician relationship building and management. Experience coordinating events, sponsorships, or community engagement initiatives. Experience within healthcare, orthopedic, or multi-site physician practice environments is preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Comfortable presenting to physicians, healthcare professionals, and community organizations. Strong attention to detail and follow-through. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Power BI, Marketware or additional relationship management tools preferred. Willingness to travel regularly throughout the assigned service area and attend evening and weekend events.

What we offer

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities Dynamic environment Access to a diverse network of practitioners Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience Competitive Compensation Generous PTO Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

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Key Responsibilities

The Physician & Community Relations Manager is responsible for strengthening relationships with referring providers and community organizations to drive patient growth and referral volume. They also coordinate community outreach initiatives and collaborate with the marketing team to capture content that showcases the practice's physicians and services.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field, along with 5-8 years of experience in physician relations or healthcare business development. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to travel regularly, and proficiency in relationship management tools are essential for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Event coordinationPresentation skills

Orthopedics — Physician Career Context

Of the 30 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% are remote, 57% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 10.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$92k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Middletown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$390k
Typical market rent
$1,987/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Spire Orthopedic Partners

Medical Practices
Middletown, Connecticut
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous PTO
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k)