Sales Account Manager - (Travel)
Optum/UHG · Salt Lake City, Utah, United States · US
Sales
Remote
Not yet analysed
Demand75
Career growth60
Healthcare fit55
Remote potential40
5-year outlook
Base salary ranges from $50,000 to $115,000 with bonus potential; experienced sales professionals in healthcare can see growth into senior account management or sales leadership roles, potentially increasing total compensation significantly.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
broad
Seniority
mid
Employment type
–
Date found
2026-09-22
Intelligence details
Why this is worth applying to
Clinicians with sales aptitude and experience in skilled nursing or senior care settings may find this role a viable entry into healthcare sales, leveraging their clinical knowledge to build rapport with facility staff. However, the heavy travel and sales pressure are significant considerations.
Who should apply
Nurses, allied health professionals, or IMGs with prior sales experience or strong communication skills who are comfortable with travel and target-driven environments. Those with experience in skilled nursing facilities or geriatrics would have an edge.
CV angle
Highlight clinical experience in skilled nursing or senior care to demonstrate understanding of the patient population and facility dynamics. Emphasize any sales, marketing, or account management experience, and quantify achievements like patient education or relationship building.
Skills to highlight
- Sales and negotiation
- Account management
- Medicare/health insurance knowledge
- Communication and presentation
- Relationship building
- Documentation and compliance
- CRM proficiency
Role summary
A field-based sales role at Optum/UHG responsible for enrolling Medicare beneficiaries in skilled nursing facilities into a UnitedHealthcare Institutional Special Needs Plan (ISNP). The role involves developing account strategies, educating facility staff, and generating enrollments while traveling extensively.
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