Business Development Coordinator- Sarasota/Tampa

Business Development Coordinator

ZipTek

Join ZipTek, an innovative medical device startup developing breakthrough resorbable locking button technology for soft tissue repair. With 440+ successful surgeries, FDA clearance across multiple indications, and growing investor interest, we're positioned for rapid growth in the $20B global surgical repair market.

Why You Should Join Us

We're seeking a dynamic Business Development Coordinator in the Sarasota/Tampa, FL area to serve as the operational backbone of our growing organization. This role encompasses executive support and business operations for ZipTek, administrative support for Dr. Bennett's orthopedic practice, and some physician liaison responsibilities. Perfect for a growth-minded professional who wants to break into the med tech industry and thrives in a fast-paced startup environment.

What You’ll Do

As a Business Development Coordinator, you will:

• CRM Management: Serve as primary administrator for HubSpot CRM, managing investor databases, lead tracking, and follow-up workflows

• Investor Relations Support: Manage database of 400+ potential investors, coordinate follow-up communications, and track funding pipeline

• Stakeholder Communications: Interface with investors, advisory board members, vendors, and key business partners

• Meeting & Event Coordination: Organize investor meetings, clinical presentations, trade show participation, and strategic planning sessions

• Vendor & Contract Management: Communicate with suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers; coordinate contract manufacturing activities

• Trade Show Support: Assist with booth setup, lead capture using scanning technology, and post-event follow-up campaigns

• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare presentations, investor updates, board materials, and executive correspondence

• Project Management: Support cross-functional initiatives, ensuring follow-through on strategic priorities and deadlines

• Administrative Support: Calendar management, travel coordination, expense management, and general executive assistance

• Practice Administration: Provide executive assistance for Dr. Bennett's low-volume orthopedic practice in Sarasota

• Patient Communications: Handle occasional patient callbacks and scheduling follow-ups (approximately 2 calls per day)

• Procedure Support: Assist with administrative aspects of shoulder surgeries using ZipTek devices, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatments, and stem cell procedures

• Clinical Coordination: Help coordinate surgical schedules, patient follow-ups, and practice-related communications

• Technology Management: Support cloud-based practice management systems and automated scheduling platforms

• Surgeon Communications: Conduct professional phone interactions with orthopedic surgeons and healthcare professionals

• Clinical Follow-up: Manage outreach campaigns to surgeons who have expressed interest in ZipTek products

• Relationship Building: Help maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and clinical partners

• Meeting Coordination: Schedule and coordinate clinical meetings, journal club presentations, and product demonstrations

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or related field

• Previous experience in medical device, healthcare, or B2B technology industries

• HubSpot Certification or experience: Marketing Hub, Sales Hub, or CRM certifications preferred

• Experience with trade shows, events, or conference coordination

• Understanding of fundraising processes and investor relations

• Physician liaison or healthcare sales support experience

Perks of the Job

Compensation: 

• $70,000 - $90,000