Medicare Specialist
First Mid · Mattoon, IL · 2 mo ago
OTHRFull-time
About the role
The Medicare Specialist is responsible for assisting prospective and existing members with Medicare 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 enrollment growth, support retention efforts, cross-selling, and build trusted relationships through accurate product knowledge and effective communication.
Responsibilities
- Educate prospective and existing members on Medicare products, benefits, and coverage options through inbound and outbound calls
- Assist individuals with plan selection, enrollments, and policy-related inquiries while delivering a high-quality customer experience
- Meet established production, retention, and performance goals
- Maintain accurate documentation of member interactions and enrollment activity within company systems
- Stay informed on Medicare guidelines, carrier products, and organizational procedures to ensure accurate communication and service delivery
Qualifications
- 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)
Skills
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and explain Medicare products clearly
- 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 meet established production, quality, and performance expectations consistently
Benefits
- 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