Account Executive - Hospice

Traditions Health•Peoria, IL

1d•$69,300 - $81,900

About The Position

The Account Executive (AE) assumes responsibility for achieving financial goals by implementing marketing and sales strategies, in the assigned territory, aimed at effectively selling and promoting Traditions portfolio of services to skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, senior living facilities and senior communities. The AE is also accountable for executing educational activities with administrators, case workers, event planners, and social workers to explain the Traditions value proposition. The AE works with the other sales teams and support teams for the achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue generation, and long-term account goals in line with company vision and values. Traditions Health is becoming The Care Team, aligning with a leading provider of hospice care, committed to providing the best possible care to their patients and families, and employees. Candidates selected for this position will transition to employment with The Care Team effective in 2026. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, supported by The Care Team values, resources, and commitment to caring for the communities we serve. You will be offered The Care Team benefits plan with PTO in 2026. Covering/Territory: Macomb and Galesburg areas!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
1-2 years healthcare specific outside sales experience preferred.
1-2 years outside sales experience preferred or considerable transferrable experience.
Excellent communicator both verbal and written
Effective technical selling skills
Good presentation skills
Detail oriented
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent management skills.
Ability to establish and expand relationships with diverse referral sources
Must be comfortable making cold calls
Create territory sales plans
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Reliable transportation.
Valid and current auto insurance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule with extended hours.
Ability to travel locally with some exposure to inclement weather.
Must have reliable transportation, valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance.
Prolonged sitting and some standing is required.
Occasional need to lift, pull, carry and push items weighing up to 50 lbs.
Frequent need to stoop, kneel, and reach while accessing files.
Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and agency needs.
Requires excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Responsible for achieving and exceeding of territory admission goals.
Meets short- and long-term target account goals.
Ability to achieve 8 - 10 admissions per month in 4-6 months productivity.
Develop relationships with key facility accounts and service these accounts in a legal and compliant manner
Makes sufficient number of sales calls to meet with 8-10 decision makers per day.
Demonstrates the technical selling skills and product knowledge necessary for the Account Executive to effectively present Traditions values and expertise.
Partner with the clinical team to ensure that highest level of service and support to our patients, referral sources, and community
Demonstrates effective communication skills with referral sources.
Demonstrates effective presentation skills.
Educates referral sources on the components of the company’s services.
Responsible for public education relative to home health care and hospice services available through the agency and methodologies for obtaining such services.
Assists with development and implementation of quarterly Strategic Business Plans and the maintenance of target lists.
Prioritizes accounts in accordance with the market sales plan.
Has a working knowledge of community resources/vendors.
Develops networking relationships in the community.
Maintains a professional attitude and works well with others.
Identifies and appropriately resolves referral source concerns.
Responds to customer complaints in a timely manner.
Gathers all needed materials to facilitate patient admission, as needed.
Meets minimum administrative standards: a. Document the minimum expectation of sales calls daily in CRM (including pre and post call notes); b. Maintain a complete, up-to-date record of targeted referral sources in territory in CRM.
Maintains accurate expense reports, weekly territory reports and account profile sheets. Reports are submitted on a timely basis.
Attends weekly sales calls/meetings.
Completes assignments, as assigned by supervisor.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Full range of health insurance-medical (BCBS with 3 medical plan options), dental & vision.
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Company sponsored life insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Accident & Critical Illness
Employee Assistant Program
Generous PTO (that increases with your tenure)
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Mileage reimbursement
Performance incentive program
Continuing education opportunities