Medicare Sales Agent - Hybrid in Maryland Heights, MO

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About the position

UnitedHealthcare (UHC) is seeking dedicated sales professionals for their team in Maryland Heights, MO. This inbound call role offers a competitive base salary plus bonuses based on sales performance. The agent will consult customers on their insurance needs, matching them with appropriate coverages, products, and benefits. UHC provides training and support for obtaining the required state insurance licenses, with no prior license needed. New hires must complete UHC Portfolio Agent New Hire training and demonstrate proficiency. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with two in-office days per week, offering flexibility for the seasonality of the business. The role is full-time and requires flexibility. The training program is onsite in a standard day shift for 6-10 weeks. After successful completion of training and nesting, employees can work from home up to 3 business days per week.

Responsibilities

  • Answer incoming phone calls from prospective members, identify the type of assistance and information the customer needs with the goal of converting caller to a qualified lead and sale
  • Follow up with members on questions or to review current or new products and services
  • Navigate multiple computer systems to document member information while maintaining active listening and engagement with members
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the product portfolio by addressing needs of members, explaining the differences between products, and assisting selection of products to best meet their needs
  • Assist in completing the enrollment application over the phone, staying consistent with product requirements and enrollment guidelines
  • Meet the goals established for the position in the areas of performance, attendance, and consumer experience
  • Meet and maintain requirements for agent licensure, appointments, and annual product certification

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED OR 4+ years of customer service/sales experience
  • Within 30 days, must obtain all appropriate state insurance licenses (may be completed during training)
  • Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts, including the training period, with the flexibility to adjust daily schedule and work overtime and/or weekends as needed
  • Must live within commutable distance to our 13655 Riverport DR, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 office

Nice-to-haves

  • Previous sales experience
  • Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications
  • Flexibility to customize approach to meet all types of caller communication styles and personalities

Benefits

  • Up to \$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL & INTERNAL APPLICANTS
  • Guaranteed base pay + monthly sales incentive earning potential
  • Medical Plan options
  • Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
  • Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance
  • Short-term disability and Long-Term disability coverage
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
  • 15 days accrued Paid Time Off during first year of employment
  • 8 Paid Holidays
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