Community Care Area Sales Manager
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Lakeland, FL, 33813-2607
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
- The Community Care Area Sales Manager represents the Agency in activities involving professional contacts with physicians, hospitals/facilities, senior living communities, professional associations, and similar health groups and institutions, to apprise them of the availability of the Agency’s Medicare services.
- The Community Care Area Sales Manager will be responsible for enhancing account relationships with a strong emphasis on senior housing environments to include: Assisted Living Facilities, Independent Living Facilities, Residential Care communities, and similar health groups and institutions.
- The Community Care Area Sales Manager will be responsible for monitoring service provision through ongoing quality assurance sales calls with referral source contacts.
- The Community Care Area Sales Manager will also be responsible for the direct marketing and sales of Community Care Programs through the Agency and payor sources.
- The Communities Area Sales Manager will be responsible for meeting and/or exceeding admission goals as set by their Division Manager with approval from Senior Management.
Qualifications
Education, Skills & Experience (Essential): Must have a college degree or equivalent experience base or be a licensed professional. At least one-year experience in the business community or in professional practice is required.
Qualifications: Must have excellent communication skills, the ability to interact well with a great diversity of individuals and the ability to organize and execute selling processes.
Requirements:
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license and automobile liability insurance
- Must be currently licensed in the State of employment if applicable
- Automobile liability insurance as required by law
- Dependable transportation kept in good working condition
- Must be able to drive an automobile in a variety of weather conditions
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
Lakeland's healthcare market values strong ties with senior living communities, making local relationship-building crucial. Compared to larger metros, sales managers here often engage more directly with regional facilities, adapting approaches to the area's demographic and healthcare infrastructure nuances.
While not always mandatory, certifications like Certified Sales Professional (CSP) or healthcare-specific credentials can boost credibility. In Lakeland, understanding Medicare regulations and local healthcare compliance often holds more weight for Community Care Area Sales Managers.
Success hinges on exceptional communication tailored to healthcare professionals, deep knowledge of senior living environments, and the ability to navigate complex referral networks. Strong organizational skills combined with empathy for patient-centered care elevate performance in this niche.
Progression often involves moving into regional or director-level sales roles, leveraging growing expertise in healthcare networks and strategic account management. Developing leadership competencies and healthcare policy knowledge can also open doors to executive positions.
Daily tasks blend client meetings at assisted living and residential care facilities, quality assurance follow-ups, and strategic outreach to referral sources. Coordinating with clinical teams and maintaining up-to-date electronic records also plays a big part in workload management.
Encompass Health provides cutting-edge technology tools and ongoing training to empower sales managers. Their incentivized bonus plans and collaborative culture foster motivation, ensuring staff have resources to effectively engage referral sources and exceed admissions goals.
Encompass Health emphasizes inclusivity and ethical standards, promoting a collaborative environment that respects diversity. Employees benefit from continuous professional development and robust benefits, supporting both career growth and personal well-being.
Lakeland's growing senior population drives steady demand for skilled sales managers in home health care. Competition remains moderate, with employers valuing candidates combining sales acumen with healthcare knowledge and local community connections.
Salaries typically fall between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and performance incentives. Given Lakeland's cost of living and healthcare sector standards, compensation packages often include benefits like bonuses, insurance, and retirement matching.
Extremely important—this position requires frequent travel across Lakeland and surrounding senior care facilities. Dependable transportation ensures timely visits and maintains professional consistency, directly impacting client relationships and sales outcomes.