Medicare Specialist

First Mid Bank & Trust; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission incentive pay

Health, dental & vision coverage with?

401(k) with employer match + ESPP

Generous PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement & bonuses

Job summary

First Mid Bank & Trust is hiring a Medicare Specialist in Champaign, IL to educate members on Medicare options, support enrollments, and provide ongoing customer service. The role focuses on driving new member enrollment and sales growth while expanding cross-sell opportunities.

The position requires strong communication, sales skills, and licensure in health insurance, with a base salary in the $51k–$55k range and additional incentive pay described in Total Rewards.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to educate members on Medicare options.
• Consultative sales approach to guide enrollment decisions.
• Commitment to high-quality member service and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Consult with and educate prospective and existing members on Medicare products, benefits, and coverage options through inbound and outbound calls.
• Assess individual needs, recommend appropriate Medicare plans, and facilitate enrollments while delivering a high-quality customer experience.
• Meet established production, retention, and performance goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of member interactions, sales activity, and enrollment activity within company systems.
• Identify additional coverage needs and cross-selling opportunities while maintaining a member-focused approach.
• Stay informed on Medicare guidelines, carrier products, and organizational procedures to ensure accurate communication and service delivery.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Consultative sales

Customer service

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Active health insurance license (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Position: Medicare Specialist

Location: Champaign, IL

Job Id: 4783

# of Openings: 0

Pay Range: $51,000 - $55,000 per year

At First Mid, base salary is one component of our Total Rewards program. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as (but not limited to) education, skills, internal equity, and experience. This position offers additional compensation in the form of discretionary short-term incentives (i.e. bonus, incentives, and/or commission). Benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare, well-being benefits, paid family leave as well as generous paid time off. Total Rewards also include banking perks, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and a 401K plan with company match. Incentives and benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

The Medicare Specialist (Sales) is responsible for engaging prospective and existing members with Medicare sales and plan education, enrollment support, and ongoing customer service. This role serves as a primary point of contact for individuals seeking guidance on Medicare products and coverage options while ensuring a high-quality member experience. The position exists to drive new member enrollment and sales growth, support retention efforts, cross-selling and identifying additional coverage needs, and build trusted relationships through accurate product knowledge and effective communication.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Consult with and educate prospective and existing members on Medicare products, benefits, and coverage options through inbound and outbound calls
• Assess individual needs, recommend appropriate Medicare plans, and facilitate enrollments while delivering a high-quality customer experience
• Meet established production, retention, and performance goals
• Maintain accurate documentation of member interactions, sales activity, and enrollment activity within company systems
• Identify additional coverage needs and cross-selling opportunities while maintaining a member-focused approach
• Stay informed on Medicare guidelines, carrier products, and organizational procedures to ensure accurate communication and service delivery

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
• Previous experience in Medicare sales, health insurance, customer service, or inside sales preferred
• Active health insurance license (or ability to obtain and maintain licensure as required)
• Demonstrated ability to meet sales, production, and enrollment goals
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills

Skills

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and explain Medicare products clearly
• Consultative sales skills with the ability to guide individuals toward appropriate coverage solutions
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to manage sensitive or confidential information professionally
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for accurate documentation and enrollment processing
• Ability to consistently meet sales, production, quality, and performance expectations

Total Rewards:

• Commission Incentive Pay available for personal and department goals achievement
• Competitive health, dental & vision coverage with HSA match
• 401(k) with employer match + Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous PTO, paid holidays & parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement & performance-based bonuses
• Visit our Total Rewards page to see our full list of benefits

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT