OPT Regional Account Executive Jobs
Regional Account Executive roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, marketing, or communications. These positions typically involve managing a geographic territory, growing client accounts, and hitting revenue targets, which aligns well with the 12-month standard OPT window and STEM extension eligibility for qualifying employers.
Find OPT Regional Account Executive JobsOverview
Showing 4 of 8+ Regional Account Executive jobs
See all Regional Account Executive Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Regional Account Executive roles.
Get Access To All JobsPosition Summary:
Under general direction of the Vice President Corporate Accounts, the Regional Account Executive will market PruittHealth Pharmacy and additional services to area prospects to meet or exceed individual goals. The Regional Account Executive will also be responsible for assisting in the retention of existing customers. Previous Long-Term care sales experience is preferred, but not mandatory. Must be organized and have strong communication skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Vice-President of Sales and Area Vice-President of Pharmacy Operations, in evaluating and qualifying new business opportunities in order to achieve annual goals.
- Work with Vice-President of Sales and Area Vice-President in identifying business opportunities through sales calls, referrals, tradeshows, and marketing reports in communicating (verbally and in writing) with nursing, assisted living, and behavioral health facilities to assess market needs.
- Work with Vice-President of Sales in developing strategic territory plans, executing those plans effectively, and targeting high potential prospective customers.
- Work with Vice-President of Sales and Area Vice-President in finalizing contracting, coordinating startup of new accounts and transitioning account services to pharmacy operations, upon obtaining service commitment from client.
- Work with Vice-President of Sale, Area Vice-President, Pharmacy Managers and Account Management to maintain and strengthen customer relationships by providing ongoing support.
- Communicate with other pharmacy team members to uncover leads.
- Complete sales reporting spreadsheets and other administrative procedures as determined by the Vice-President of Sales in a timely and accurate manner.
- Participate in local, and state trade shows as required to grow area of responsibility.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor´s Degree required.
- 2+ years of prior sales experience in pharmaceutical, medical equipment, consumer products and services/solutions sales experience is required. Preferably in the Long Term Care market.
- Two (2) years experience in Healthcare Sales/Marketing or equivalent combination of experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Demonstration of the principles of the sales process in the post-acute and assisted living pharmacy environment.
- Ability to manage a territory, to conduct sales calls and presentations, and to generate new business opportunities by building business partnerships.
- Ability to develop operational knowledge base to support sales activities.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with various disciplines in the healthcare environment.
- Ability to analyze territory, establish sales goals and write a sales plan.
- Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.
- Results orientation, adaptability, sales process methods, product/service knowledge, oral communication, planning/organizing and ability to travel extensively.
Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
For Florida Job Postings Only:
For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Position Summary:
Under general direction of the Vice President Corporate Accounts, the Regional Account Executive will market PruittHealth Pharmacy and additional services to area prospects to meet or exceed individual goals. The Regional Account Executive will also be responsible for assisting in the retention of existing customers. Previous Long-Term care sales experience is preferred, but not mandatory. Must be organized and have strong communication skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Vice-President of Sales and Area Vice-President of Pharmacy Operations, in evaluating and qualifying new business opportunities in order to achieve annual goals.
- Work with Vice-President of Sales and Area Vice-President in identifying business opportunities through sales calls, referrals, tradeshows, and marketing reports in communicating (verbally and in writing) with nursing, assisted living, and behavioral health facilities to assess market needs.
- Work with Vice-President of Sales in developing strategic territory plans, executing those plans effectively, and targeting high potential prospective customers.
- Work with Vice-President of Sales and Area Vice-President in finalizing contracting, coordinating startup of new accounts and transitioning account services to pharmacy operations, upon obtaining service commitment from client.
- Work with Vice-President of Sale, Area Vice-President, Pharmacy Managers and Account Management to maintain and strengthen customer relationships by providing ongoing support.
- Communicate with other pharmacy team members to uncover leads.
- Complete sales reporting spreadsheets and other administrative procedures as determined by the Vice-President of Sales in a timely and accurate manner.
- Participate in local, and state trade shows as required to grow area of responsibility.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor´s Degree required.
- 2+ years of prior sales experience in pharmaceutical, medical equipment, consumer products and services/solutions sales experience is required. Preferably in the Long Term Care market.
- Two (2) years experience in Healthcare Sales/Marketing or equivalent combination of experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Demonstration of the principles of the sales process in the post-acute and assisted living pharmacy environment.
- Ability to manage a territory, to conduct sales calls and presentations, and to generate new business opportunities by building business partnerships.
- Ability to develop operational knowledge base to support sales activities.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with various disciplines in the healthcare environment.
- Ability to analyze territory, establish sales goals and write a sales plan.
- Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.
- Results orientation, adaptability, sales process methods, product/service knowledge, oral communication, planning/organizing and ability to travel extensively.
Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
For Florida Job Postings Only:
For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
See all OPT Regional Account Executive Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new OPT Regional Account Executive Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Regional Account Executive
Target companies with established sales hiring programs
Large enterprise software, SaaS, and technology companies hire regional account executives at scale and are far more likely to have HR infrastructure built around visa sponsorship. Smaller firms often lack the process even when willing.
Quantify your sales or business development experience
Hiring managers for regional roles want proof of revenue impact. Lead your resume with specific metrics from internships or campus roles: pipeline generated, accounts managed, or conversion rates. Numbers close interviews faster than job descriptions.
Frame your international background as a territory asset
Regional roles covering diverse markets benefit from candidates who understand cross-cultural communication. Position your background as a competitive advantage for accounts with international decision-makers, not just as a visa complication to manage.
Prioritize roles with STEM OPT extension eligibility
If your degree is in a STEM field, target companies that qualify as E-Verify employers. A STEM extension gives you 24 additional months of work authorization, which significantly extends your sponsorship runway and reduces employer urgency around H-1B timing.
Prepare a clear explanation of your work authorization status
Know the difference between your OPT EAD card, I-20 end date, and the 60-day grace period. Employers ask directly, and a confident, accurate answer signals professionalism and reduces the perceived administrative burden of hiring you.
Regional Account Executive OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Regional Account Executive on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Regional Account Executive is a qualifying role for F-1 OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. Business, marketing, communications, and related degrees typically satisfy this requirement. You must have your EAD card in hand before your start date, and your employment must begin within the OPT authorization period listed on your I-20.
Do Regional Account Executive jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on the employer. Enterprise technology, SaaS, and financial services companies that hire regional account executives at volume are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas than smaller regional businesses. The best approach is to ask directly during the offer stage, not after accepting. Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, which makes it easier to identify employers who have sponsored in the past.
Does a Regional Account Executive role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
The role itself does not determine STEM OPT eligibility. Your degree does. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month STEM extension regardless of your job title. A regional account executive at a qualifying employer with a qualifying degree can absolutely use the STEM extension.
How should I handle OPT timing when a Regional AE role has a long ramp period?
Regional account executive roles typically have three to six month ramp periods before full quota assignment. If you start a role with only six to eight months of OPT remaining, your employer will need to initiate H-1B sponsorship almost immediately. Raise this with hiring managers before accepting an offer so both sides can confirm the sponsorship timeline is workable.
Can I work remotely as a Regional Account Executive on OPT?
Yes, remote work is permitted on OPT. However, your employer's address on file with your DSO and on your EAD application should reflect where the company is based, not just where you work from. If you relocate or your work location changes significantly, notify your DSO and update your SEVIS record. Remote regional roles are increasingly common and do not affect your OPT authorization status.