William Talero *** Grenada Drive, Jupiter, FL ****8
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abhwvh@r.postjobfree.com . Phone 561-***-****
Sales Representative - IT
Summary
Successful sales professional in the healthcare industry with a stellar
performance record is seeking an opportunity to continue applying skills,
knowledge, and leadership in the sales and marketing of products in the
Information Technology industry as a career change. My successful track
record establishing relationships within the healthcare industry has
demonstrated that I already have a vast knowledge of promoting and selling
IT products. Extensive background in new product launch, product management
and account management and retention.
. Developed the very first JCAHO accredited Home Sleep Testing Program
in the US (6/2010).
Experience
Medical Decision Services, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 2007 to Present
Sales/Strategic Alliances
Market, sell, and promote new sleep diagnostic services and DME to
hospitals, clinics, physicians, and other durable medical equipment
providers. Work closely with team members and vendor representatives to
coordinate presentations, strategies and programs for product advancement.
. Hired to market, sell, and promote, a new concept in the sleep
disorders diagnostic industry and to create strategic alliances in order
to gain rapid market share and name recognition.
. Negotiated strategic partnerships with other companies that
complimented our products which contributed to a built in stream of leads
and new sales.
. Spearheaded project to obtain medical coverage guideline updates from
major insurance carriers for our product. Directly responsible for
obtaining coverage for our product from United HealthCare Insurance
Plans.
. Designed effective marketing campaigns to generate higher awareness
and availability of our products.
Total HealthCare Solutions, Miami, FL 2005 to 2007
Sales/Representative
Marketed and sold practice management services to physicians, clinics, and
other healthcare professionals in medical office, hospital, and clinical
settings.
. Consistently exceeded company expectation by selling 200% of quota
and obtaining better than 95% customer retention and satisfaction.
. Performed outstanding customer relationship management, ensuring
educated clients, customized products and services and creative, turnkey
solutions.
. Played an integral role in developing new areas of business that
ultimately increased sales and improved customer satisfaction levels
within existing clients.
Hemex Laboratories, Phoenix, AZ 2003 to 2005
Sales/GYN/Coagulation Specialist
Marketed and sold specialty coagulation services to hospitals, clinics, and
physicians with an emphasis in the obstetrical and gynecology specialties.
Directed all CME lectures and presentations for all southeastern U.S.
. Revitalized inactive accounts through consistent sales calls,
achiving an 80% reactivation in first year.
. Turned around underachieving territory by creating and implementing
new lines of sales revenue that resulted in first bonus paid to a sales
team member for the 1st time in 3 years.
. Grew my territory 300% within first 6 months for company with
annualized sales of over $1 million.
ThromboCare Diagnostics, Dallas, TX 2000 to 2003
Sales/Research Specialist
Marketed and sold diagnostic coagulation services to hospitals, and
clinics, meeting with administrators, physicians, nurses, and pharmacists.
Managed budgets for territory advertising, promotional events and
conventions and fostered name recognition of company throughout the
community.
. Increased sales at competitor's expense after assessing competitive
market position. Performed sales, marketing, and market trends research,
identified and tested markets, set-up prospect database, developed
marketing campaign, and handled follow-up.
. Built sales territory from $200k in annual revenue in 2000 to over
$600k in annual revenue by 1993.
. Organized and conducted numerous seminars such as new products and
continuing education for physicians.
Esoteric Testing Laboratories, Indianapolis, IN 1996 to 2000
Director of Contracting
Prepared, reviewed, and processed contracts with new providers. Developed
and implemented office, operations, and systems instructions, policies, and
procedures. Determined equipment costs and formulated and coordinated
policies to monitor contract profitabilitiy.
. Expanded product line, forecasted to generate additional revenue per
year.
. Identified and negotiated agreements with major vendors.
. Maintained hands-on responsibility for cold calling to initiate and
develop new business and grow accounts.
Horizons Medical Laboratories, Miami, FL 1992 to 1996
Sales/Representative
Marketed and sold general diagnostic services to physicians and other
healthcare professionals in medical offices, hospitals, and clinical
settings.
. Exceeded quota expectations every year, earning top Sales
Representative in my territory.
. Assisted in the growth of new territories and team members.
. Turned around underachieving, clients through evaluation and
restructuring of customer needs on a quarterly basis.
National Health Laboratories, Hollywood, FL 1986 to 1991
Client Services Coordinator
Involved with all aspects of customer service including solving problems,
answering questions, and working with customers to ensure fantastic
service. Maintained positive company image during difficult situations.
Assisted in business administration functions, which increased productivity
levels within the department.
. Implemented a "zero tolerance" complaint system. Improved incoming
complaints by reducing response time and rapid resolution policy within
24hrs, which resulted in improved customer service.
. Enthusiastically represented the company by professionally greeting
visitors.
. Scheduled regular staff training to enhance product knowledge,
improving customer service.
US NAVY, National and International 1981 to 1985
Hospital Medic
Provided clinical care encompassing both acute and chronic medical
conditions and injuries, admissions, discharge summaries, and managed the
ER junior medics. Performed histories and physical examinations.
. Remained calm in dangerous or crisis situations
. Provided emergency response to 911 calls, including traffic
accidents, domestic violence, fires, explosions, accidents, and serious
sudden illnesses
. CPR instructor for recertification of hospital staff.
Education
Miami Dade Community College, Miami, FL 1989
A.A.
Advanced courses in organic chemistry and bio-chemistry.
Wm and Mary College, Williamsburg, VA 1983
Completed credited honors english composition class which has significantly
contributed to my excellent writing and communication skills.
St. Augustine College, St. Augustine, FL 1984
A.S.
EMT/ Paramedic. Completed emergency medicine program for advanced cardiac
life support and paramedical science.
American Heart Association, Jacksonville, FL 1985
Certificate
Completed program: Certified Instructor for CPR certification of healthcare
professionals.
National Federation of Professional Fitness Trainers, Indianapolis, IN
2003
Certificate
Completed course and obtained certification as a First Class Personal
Fitness Trainer.