Summary
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
Sales Development & Client Engagement (30%)
- 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.
- Use personal transportation to visit and support local hospital clients.
- 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.
Hiring Location(s):
Candidates must live within close proximity to a major airport.
- North East – Remote (with up to 70% travel)
- South West – Remote (with up to 70% travel)
- Colorado – Remote (with up to 70% travel)
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Relocation:
Possible relocation post-apprenticeship
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply!
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What We Do
Ascendco Health is an emerging health tech company that is devoted to empowering surgical teams with the tools and information they need to create a better work-life and ultimately deliver the highest levels of patient care. We believe that better data, better software, and better collaboration is the key to creating better habits and, most importantly, better care. Hospitals are filled with all sorts of amazing instruments that save resources, time, and lives. But when we look at the big picture we see something far more instrumental — you. The healthcare professionals that make everything go. With our platform every key stakeholder has the tools and information required for surgical excellence and superior patient care, 100% of the time.
Why Work With Us
Getting to the top takes work, but with the right people and technology it's a rewarding journey. We value teamwork, ownership, innovation, and above all fun. At Ascendco, we are a collaborative team of unique individuals striving to challenge the status quo with an energy that accelerates results.
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