Careers that Change LivesBring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we're a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to sell medical technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. Our expanding portfolio delivers measurable clinical and economic value – and opens doors. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare.Join us for a career in sales that changes lives.Business DescriptionMedtronic pioneered the field of neuromodulation with the first commercially available spinal cord stimulator to treat chronic pain and engineered the first deep brain stimulation (DBS) system to treat movement disorders and the first implantable drug pump to deliver medication directly to the intrathecal space of the spine. More than 40 years later, we continue to innovate, constantly challenging ourselves to disrupt the markets we created. We advance science by thinking and acting boldly, bringing together the right people with the right breadth of expertise to engineer groundbreaking therapies and technologies.Click here to learn more about products.A Day in the LifeAt Medtronic, the Associate Clinical Specialist, supports the Neuromodulation Pain and Target Drug Delivery Therapies in the areas of surgical coverage, follow-up support, troubleshooting, customer service and education. This person will be engaged in basic market development activities depending upon the needs of the assigned territory and district.Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:Represents Medtronic as device specialist during surgical procedures by ensuring all necessary equipment and products required are available, providing technical support and device selection, and performing programming and testing of all device systemsEducates and manages patients through all phases of the clinical process including pre and post implantationEducates and trains physicians, hospital personnel and office staff on products and therapies. This is expected by, but not limited to, coordinating one on one teaching sessions, formal in-services, education programs, seminars and/or outside symposia (based off quarterly Plan of Action as directed by Leadership)Responds promptly and professionally to device-related inquiries by customers and patients Ability to be flexible with schedule while working and/or attending clinical events, possibly outside of normal business hours and at the discretion of Clinical Specialist ManagerAdheres to company policies and complies with required event reporting and documentation, utilizing Medtronic technology toolsResponsible for managing inventory within specified guidelinesContributes to the achievement of quarterly goals associated with specific initiatives at the district, regional and/or national level by partnering with colleagues and communicating effectively and regularly with LeadershipMaintains a working knowledge of competitive productsRegularly visits accounts to establish/maintain relationships with office staff and Health care providersAssists in new employee training within the district and mentors Associate Clinical SpecialistsEffectively utilizes Excel, a mobile phone, an IPAD, a laptop, and/or a Samsung tablet regularlyManages business expenses and budget effectively and in given timeframe.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.We seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader —that's why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients.To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click HereMust Have: Minimum RequirementsTo be considered for this role, please ensure these minimum requirements are evident on your resume.A High School Diploma or GED with a minimum 4 years of clinical or medical sales experience; orAn Associate's Degree with a minimum 2 years of clinical or medical sales experience; orA Bachelor's degreeNice to HaveBachelor's degree in a health care related fieldMaster's degreeRegistered nurse or HCP with experience in a sterile environmentClinical experience with implantable neurological products and patient careExperience in servicing medical personnel on product useExperience with a medical device company or pharmaceutical company, and clinical experience in a specialty area: neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedic, operating room, pain management, or home health careUnderstands basic reimbursement and healthcare environmentExcellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressureAbout MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsRequired to function using healthcare universal precautions to minimize exposure to infectious disease and radiationAbility to serve as the primary resource for scheduled and unscheduled clinical events, periodically required to work weekends, evenings and nights and may be required to engage in overnight travel within own district or neighboring districtsAbility to work efficiently and autonomously with little direction when outside of clinical eventsAbility to attend national meetings, district meetings and other training as requestedAbility to wear a 7-9 lbs protective lead apron for extended periods of time in the operating roomAbility to lift up to 40 poundsAbility to sitting, standing, and/or walking for 8+ hours per dayAbility to bend/stoop, squat and balance frequentlySpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in relation to travel and operating a personal computer.Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application. Must be able to drive approximately 50% of the time within assigned territory and may require overnight travel.The physical demands described within the Day in the Life section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefitshere.In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. Learn more about total rewards here.The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
