Sales Development Representative

Ascendco Health; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive sales and technical training

Mentorship from industry leaders

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Ascendco Health is looking for a driven Sales Apprentice to join an 18-month apprenticeship program aimed at building a career in healthcare technology sales. This role includes extensive travel to hospitals for platform implementation and client relationship building.

The successful candidate will develop their sales skills, assist with prospecting and lead qualification, and gain extensive knowledge through mentorship and technical training. This position offers potential for career advancement upon completion of the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in healthcare, technology, business, or related fields.
• Strong interest in sales, digital transformation, and healthcare technology.
• Highly self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and adapt to frequent travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist Account Executives with prospecting, lead qualification, and pipeline management.
• Support product demonstrations and sales presentations for prospective clients.
• Collaborate with teams for platform implementation projects.

Skills

Strong interest in sales

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related fields

Tools

CRM experience

Job description

Ascendco is seeking a driven and ambitious Sales Apprentice to join our 18‑month apprenticeship program. This program is designed for individuals looking to build a career in healthcare technology sales. As part of the apprenticeship, you will gain hands‑on experience in platform implementation, client relationship building, and consultative sales training.

This role involves extensive travel (up to 70%) to hospitals nationwide to assist with platform implementation. Additionally, you will need reliable personal transportation to visit and support nearby hospitals in your area. By the end of the program, you will be well‑positioned to interview for sales or client success roles within Ascendco.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Account Executives with prospecting, lead qualification, and pipeline management to achieve and surpass sales targets.
• Support product demonstrations and sales presentations for prospective clients.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, addressing needs and identifying upsell opportunities.
• Shadow senior sales representatives to learn closing strategies and account expansion techniques.

Platform Implementation & Training (60%)

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support platform implementation projects.
• Provide hands‑on technical support and ensure seamless software integration for healthcare clients.
• Travel extensively (up to 70%) across the country to assist with on‑site platform implementation at hospitals.
• Act as a liaison between clients and internal teams to resolve issues and optimize workflows.

Learning & Professional Development (10%)

• Develop deep product knowledge and stay current with industry trends to improve sales performance.
• Participate actively in team meetings, sales strategy sessions, and mentorship programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in healthcare, technology, business, or related fields.
• Strong interest in sales, digital transformation, and healthcare technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and adapt to frequent travel.
• Reliable transportation for visiting nearby client hospitals.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; CRM experience is a plus.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive sales and technical training with mentorship from industry leaders.
• Exposure to all stages of the sales cycle, from prospecting to closing and client management.
• Career advancement opportunities post‑apprenticeship in sales or client success roles.
• Competitive salary and potential for relocation after program completion.