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We’re a growth-driven strategy and marketing company focused exclusively on healthcare

Founded in 2005, Sage Growth Partners has always done things a lot differently than other healthcare marketing agencies. Our deep market experience allows us to really deliver for our clients. From unexpected insights and strategies to the hard-working tactical plans and execution that actually drive growth. You get it all with Sage.

What makes Sage, Sage.

Deep team of healthcare experts
SME-laden delivery teams
100% focus on the business of healthcare
Able to embrace inherent complexities and less evident contours
Sharp insights help clients find their voice and less obvious opportunities
Market connections delivered through research practices
Growth Strategies
Positioning and Messaging
Campaigns
Communications
Value Articulation

What makes Sage, Sage.

Deep team healthcare of healthcare experts
SME-laden delivery teams
100% focus on the business of healthcare
Able to embrace inherent complexities, less evident contours
Sharp insights help clients find their voice, less obvious opportunities
Market connections delivered through research practices
Growth Strategies
Positioning and Messaging
Campaigns
Communications
Value Articulation

Our Clients

From startups to publicly traded firms, we build relationships that deliver and endure.

Healthcare Sectors We Serve

Health Tech &
Service Companies

Providers &
Delivery Systems

Health Benefits
& Insurance

Life Sciences

Investors

Medical Devices

Grow your career with Sage

Sage is always looking for marketing, communications, and strategy pros with expertise in healthcare.
If that sounds like you, and you’re passionate about making a difference in the industry, we want to hear from you.

Manager, PPC and Growth Performance

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and data-driven leader for Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and Pay-Per-Click (PPC) campaign management to drive high-performing digital marketing strategies for our healthcare clients. In this role, you will lead the development, execution, and optimization of paid search and display campaigns, ensuring maximum ROI and alignment with client goals. Your expertise in Google Ads, paid search, LinkedIn, and performance-driven digital marketing will be critical in guiding our clients’ success and enhancing our agency’s leadership in healthcare marketing.

You should be a proactive, strategic thinker with deep experience in search engine marketing (SEM), pay-per-click (PPC) campaign management, and performance analytics. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working collaboratively with in-house teams and external partners to deliver data-driven, ROI-focused campaigns.

This position reports directly to the Sr. Director, Digital Marketing, and works closely with account leaders and creative teams within the agency. Occasional travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead PPC and SEM Strategy: Develop and execute high-impact paid search (Google Ads, Bing Ads), display advertising, and paid social campaigns to drive measurable results for healthcare clients.
  • Campaign Execution and Optimization: Manage day-to-day execution, performance tracking, and continuous optimization of PPC, SEM, and paid media campaigns.
  • Budget and Bid Management: Oversee paid media budgets, adjusting bids and allocating spend strategically to maximize click-through rates (CTR), conversions, and ROI.
  • Performance Analysis and Reporting: Analyze campaign performance metrics (CPC, CTR, conversion rates, ROAS) and provide actionable insights to improve results.
  • Landing Page and Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO): Work closely with design and content teams to optimize landing pages for better ad relevance, quality scores, and conversion rates.
  • SEO and Paid-Organic Integration: Collaborate with SEO specialists to align organic and paid search strategies, ensuring a cohesive search presence.
  • Social Media Advertising: Oversee paid social campaigns (Facebook Ads, LinkedIn Ads, etc.), ensuring they complement SEM efforts and drive engagement.
  • Stay Ahead of Trends: Keep up with the latest advancements in Google Ads, AI-driven bidding, audience targeting, and ad formats to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Competitor and Market Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on competitor strategies and industry trends to refine PPC and digital ad strategies.
  • Team and Vendor Collaboration: Work with internal teams and external partners (agencies, ad networks) to ensure seamless execution of digital advertising initiatives. Work closely with the content and design teams to develop high-performing ad creatives.

Role Qualifications / Experience:

  • Undergraduate degree in marketing, business, or a related field
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in PPC advertising, SEM, and digital performance marketing.
  • PPC and SEM Expertise: Proven success in managing Google Ads, LinkedIn, and Meta, optimizing for lead generation and conversions. Bing Ads a plus.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Google Ads, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, keyword research tools (e.g., SEMrush, Ahrefs), and bid management platforms.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Strong analytical skills with experience using Google Analytics, Data Studio, and other analytics platforms to track and optimize campaign performance.
  • SEO and Paid Search Synergy: Working knowledge of SEO best practices to ensure alignment between organic and paid search strategies.
  • A/B Testing and CRO: Experience running A/B tests for ads, landing pages, and bidding strategies to improve performance.
  • Healthcare Industry Experience: Prior experience in healthcare marketing or regulated industries is preferred but not required.
  • Project and Budget Management: Ability to manage multiple campaigns, prioritize tasks, and handle budget allocations effectively.
  • Excellent Communication and Collaboration: Strong ability to present insights, influence stakeholders, and work collaboratively across teams.

Additional Information:

  • This position is virtual, allowing for flexible remote work.
  • Travel: Some travel may be required to support client engagements.

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Associate

Job Summary:

The Associate role is an integral member of the Sage Growth Partners team, contributing to the success of our strategy consulting engagements. As an Associate, you will support client projects from inception to completion, driving research, analysis, and strategic insights that empower our clients to navigate complex challenges and seize opportunities in the dynamic healthcare industry. This role provides the opportunity to work directly with senior team members and clients, helping drive innovation in healthcare. Key activities include:
  • Supporting one or more work streams within strategy consulting engagements
  • Interacting and building relationships with client project team members
  • Leading research efforts
  • Assisting with the development of client deliverables

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform primary market research, including preparing for and conducting qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys
  • Perform secondary research, as needed
  • Construct and lead data analysis as required by engagements specific to:
    • Market size and segmentation
    • Market share and quality of market algorithms
    • Quantitative survey analysis and insight visualization
  • Assist in the development of client deliverables including reports and presentations
  • Plan, organize and prioritize project activities
  • Coordinate and deliver effective presentations to client audiences

Role Qualifications:

  • We are seeking candidates who demonstrate intellectual curiosity, a strong analytical mindset, and a passion for driving change in healthcare
  • Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS)
  • Demonstrated interest in healthcare
  • Ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand environment while balancing multiple priorities
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment where flexibility, collaboration and adaptability are important
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Familiarity with U.S. health system economics and financing, strategic planning or decision support analytics (preferred)
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Experience in working with SQL (preferred) with desire and aptitude to further develop analytic skills

Additional Information:

  • This position is virtual, allowing for flexible remote work.
  • Travel: Some travel may be required to support client engagements.

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Public Relations Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Public Relations (PR) Director to guide our healthcare clients’ public relations efforts, driving brand visibility, thought leadership, and reputation management. As the PR Director, you will craft compelling narratives that position our clients as innovators in the healthcare sector, manage media relations, and develop integrated communication strategies to amplify client messages across multiple channels. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent storytelling abilities and deep industry knowledge to build trust and influence across diverse stakeholders.

You will lead and mentor a team of PR professionals, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that PR activities are fully integrated with marketing and digital initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a passion for healthcare, a proven track record of media success, and strong leadership and communication skills.

The PR Director reports directly to the Vice President of PR and Media Relations and collaborates with account teams across the agency. Occasional travel may be required for client meetings and media events.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic PR Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies that align with clients’ business objectives and position them as thought leaders in the healthcare industry.
  • Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, reporters, and influencers in healthcare, technology, and business sectors to secure high-profile media placements.
  • Crisis Communication: Lead crisis management efforts, developing proactive communication strategies to address potential issues, and ensure consistent and transparent messaging in high-pressure situations.
  • Thought Leadership: Work with clients to craft thought leadership platforms through press releases, bylined articles, op-eds, case studies, and speaking engagements.
  • Content Creation: Develop compelling press materials, including press releases, media kits, talking points, FAQs, and executive bios, ensuring alignment with clients’ key messages and goals.
  • Integrated Communications: Collaborate with internal marketing, digital, and creative teams to ensure PR efforts complement broader marketing and brand initiatives, driving holistic communication campaigns.
  • Media Monitoring and Reporting: Track and analyze media coverage, preparing reports that demonstrate the effectiveness of PR efforts, provide insights, and inform future strategies.
  • Client Relations: Serve as the main PR contact for key healthcare clients, offering strategic counsel on all communications-related matters and fostering strong, long-lasting relationships.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Experience: 6+ years of public relations experience is required.
  • Healthcare Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of the healthcare industry, with a proven ability to translate complex topics into compelling stories that resonate with media and stakeholders.
  • Media Relations Expertise: Extensive experience managing media relations and securing placements in top-tier outlets, with a strong network of media contacts.
  • Crisis Management Experience: Demonstrated ability to lead effective crisis communication strategies and manage reputational risks.
  • Exceptional Writing Skills: Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting clear, engaging, and persuasive content across various formats.
  • Project Management: Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple client accounts, deadlines, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze media trends, measure the impact of PR activities, and adjust strategies to improve results.
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and creatively to solve problems, generate fresh ideas, and elevate client visibility in the marketplace.

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Our Mission

To accelerate commercial success for growth-minded healthcare organizations

Our Vision

Crush traditional healthcare consultancies and agencies

Always be curious.

“Always be curious” describes how we strive for innovation and new ways of solving problems; how we challenge ourselves, the market, and the customer; how we are resourceful and never stopping until satisfied; and, how we are big thinkers who are practical too.

Work together.

Our work is best described as collaborative. We value diverse disciplines and approaches, prioritize team brainstorms over individual contributions, and leverage our collective strengths to find new paths for growth.

Be humble and have high integrity.

We know that trust is the solid core of any great insight; as such, we place greater stock in truth than outcome. We are honest, ethical, and modest, and we always assume personal responsibility for our work and our actions.

No matter what, our goal is growth.

With Sage, you don’t get just a healthcare strategy consulting firm. Or just a marketing and comms agency. You get a true partner who can help solve your most challenging market problems, create value, and achieve sustainable growth.