Hospice Sales Representative
About The Position
The Hospice Sales Representative (also referred to as Hospice Liaison/Hospice Sales Rep) generates referrals and drives census growth by building relationships with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and community providers. The role educates partners about hospice services, facilitates timely referrals and smooth care transitions, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team while maintaining a compassionate, patient-first approach. The position travels 50% or more within the assigned territory. Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The company describes a culture of caring, connecting, and growing together, and offers development opportunities for other roles. The role is with UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare-related business development or outreach role.
- Reliable transportation, a current driver's license, and liability insurance.
- Travel 50% or more within the assigned territory.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Educate health care professionals, patients, and families about home care services.
- Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and physician offices, to generate leads.
- Coordinate patient admissions with the team, including obtaining required documentation to complete the referral-to-admission process.
- Conduct on-site visits to assess patient needs and identify barriers to care.
- Maintain accurate records of patient interactions and referrals.
- Achieve admissions, product, and payor-mix goals.
- Meet short- and long-term target account goals.
- Document the minimum expected number of daily sales calls in the CRM, including pre- and post-call notes.
- Maintain a complete, up-to-date CRM record of targeted referral sources in the territory.
- Attend community events to promote Amedisys.
- Respond to customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Development opportunities for other roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
