ACADIA Pharmaceuticals

Long-Term Care Sales Specialist - Orlando N, FL

ACADIA Pharmaceuticals$92K — $115K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Florida, US
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in life sciences.
  • 3 years of sales experience required, with 1 year in pharmacy or healthcare sales; neuroscience experience preferred.
  • For Sr. Specialist: 8 years in healthcare sales, with 2 years in complex selling environments required.
  • For Executive level: 12 years in healthcare sales, with 3 years in account-based environments required.
  • Proven leadership and mentorship capabilities at the regional level.
  • Must reside within the territory or 30 miles from its border, near a major airport.
  • Ability to travel 80% of the time, including overnights and after-hours.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with the LTC care team members.
  • Deliver compliant clinical and reimbursement education tailored to customer needs.
  • Address customer questions and concerns using advanced selling skills.
  • Develop knowledge of customers and market trends to inform business planning.
  • Execute quarterly territory business plans to maximize reach and impact.
  • Advise on pricing and reimbursement, acting as a liaison for access-related inquiries.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to address business needs.
  • Represent Acadia at industry events and contribute to initiatives.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and discretionary bonuses.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Employer-paid life, disability, and business travel insurance.
  • 401(k) with a fully vested company match up to 5%.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a two-year price lock-in.
  • 15+ vacation days and 10 days of paid sick leave.
  • Paid parental leave and tuition assistance.
Full Job Description
Seeking talent near: Orlando, FL

Position Summary
Responsible for driving sales, developing business, and addressing customer needs within an assigned long-term care (LTC) territory. Manages relationships with prescribers, pharmacists, facility decision-makers, and other members of the LTC care team to ensure appropriate patients are identified, started, and maintained on therapy.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with all members of the LTC resident care team, including physicians, physician-extenders (NP/PA), consultant pharmacists, dispensing pharmacists, and nursing facility leadership/staff.
  • Promote Acadia products by delivering compliant clinical, disease state, and reimbursement education tailored to customer needs.
  • Identify and address customer questions, concerns, and objections with advanced selling skills.
  • Develop deep knowledge of customers, practices, and local/regional market trends; apply this insight to business planning.
  • Create and execute quarterly territory business/action plans, leveraging data to maximize reach, frequency, and impact within budget.
  • Provide guidance on pricing, reimbursement, and LTC-specific profitability parameters; act as liaison between customers and Acadia for access-related questions.
  • Collaborate with sales management, territory teammates, and cross-functional partners (e.g., managed markets, marketing, operations, training) to address business needs.
  • Represent Acadia at conferences, exhibits, product launches, and training sessions; contribute to regional and national initiatives.
  • Mentor and train new/junior Sales Specialists; share field insights and participate in cross-functional projects.
  • Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, and LTC regulations affecting medication use and resident care.

Knowledge & Expertise
  • In-depth knowledge of neuroscience, LTC market dynamics, payer systems (Part A, Part D), specialty distribution, and applicable LTC regulations.
  • Ability to position Acadia as a valued partner in the LTC community, earning recognition as a subject-matter expert.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual engagement platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx).

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required, with an emphasis in the life sciences preferred.
  • To qualify for Sales Specialist requires 3 years of sales experience with at least 1 year in pharmaceutical, and/or other related healthcare sales, with an emphasis on neuroscience preferred.
  • To qualify for Sr. Specialist level, requires a minimum of 8 years of healthcare sales with at least 2 years of experience in complex or account-based selling environments is required.
  • To qualify for Executive level, requires a minimum of 12 years of healthcare sales with at least 3 years of experience in complex or account-based selling environments is required.
  • Proven leadership, mentorship, and role-model capabilities at a regional level.
  • Strong business acumen, organization, and self-motivation with a business ownership mentality.
  • Must reside within the territory (or within 30 miles of its border) and, if required, within reasonable proximity to a major airport.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; ability to drive a company vehicle daily and travel independently by air. Travel may be up to 80%, including overnight stays and occasional after-hours work.
  • Must meet vaccination and facility access requirements for customer visits and event participation.

Scope
Operates with a high degree of autonomy and expertise, addressing complex business challenges with creativity and sound judgment. Shapes territory strategy, influences regional initiatives, and acts as a trusted partner to internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and maintain visual, verbal, and auditory communication both in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedule or business needs.

Must reside within the territory (or within 30 miles of its border) and, depending on territory needs, within reasonable proximity to a major airport. Requires eligibility to drive a company vehicle and ability to travel independently by air. Travel may be up to 80% of the time, including occasional after-hours work based on business needs.

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In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.

Salary Range

$92,000-$115,000 USD

What we offer US-based Employees:
  • Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
  • 15+ vacation days
  • 13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
  • 10 days of paid sick time
  • Paid parental leave benefit
  • Tuition assistance

About ACADIA Pharmaceuticals

ACADIA Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative medicines to address unmet medical needs in central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The company's lead product, Nuplazid (pimavanserin), is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson's disease psychosis. ACADIA's pipeline includes product candidates for the treatment of schizophrenia, dementia-related psychosis, and major depressive disorder. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Learn more about ACADIA Pharmaceuticals
Size
500 employees
Market Cap
$2.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$281.5 million
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+94.6%
Revenue
$441.7 million
NASDAQ

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