Clinical Sales Specialist (Chicago, IL)

Cordis•Elk Grove Village, IL

21h

About The Position

The Clinical Sales Specialist supports Cordis’s cardiovascular and endovascular product portfolio within an assigned territory, with a strong focus on procedural case coverage. Working closely with the Territory Manager and reporting to the Regional Sales Director, the specialist supports revenue growth by increasing product adoption, serving current and prospective customers, and improving account performance. The role combines hands-on clinical support with strategic sales assistance to promote consistent execution, customer satisfaction, and improved patient outcomes across targeted healthcare accounts. The position requires regular travel to customer sites throughout the assigned territory, including hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. The specialist must be able to drive extensively, with occasional overnight travel depending on territory size and business needs, and must reside in or be willing to relocate to the assigned territory.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience in a combination of the medical device and/or pharmaceutical field, such as cath lab or nursing, or a related area.
High level of expertise in coronary and interventional procedures.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to work in stressful environments such as CCL and EP settings, with keen self-awareness.
Above-average reading, verbal, and written communication skills; proficiency in business English and grammar; good arithmetic skills and attention to detail for records and reports.
Proficiency with PC-based office computers and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Ability to drive extensively throughout the assigned territory and travel regularly to customer facilities; occasional overnight travel may be needed.
Must reside within or be willing to relocate to the assigned territory.
A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Clinical background with strong sales skills and a track record.
Bachelor’s degree; equivalent experience will be considered.
Long-term interest in becoming a Territory Manager or sales representative; mobility within the sales organization may be supported based on factors such as performance and business need.

Responsibilities

Partner with Territory Managers and sales leadership to support territory growth through clinical education, procedural coverage, and customer engagement.
Meet revenue-generation targets for assigned accounts on a quarterly, semi-annual, and/or annual basis.
Increase product use and account penetration by cultivating new physician users and re-engaging lost customers.
Conduct in-services and presentations for physicians, mid-level providers, nurses, technicians, management, and other staff.
Complete training and obtain certification for the full Cordis product suite, demonstrating competency as defined by the training team.
Travel within the assigned territory and/or region.
Communicate daily with territory team members and provide regular updates on competitive, clinical, and customer situations.
Track sales and support activities as directed by the Regional Director in coordination with additional sales support.
Manage product complaints appropriately, report them to Medical Affairs and sales leadership, and identify steps to re-engage customers.
Maintain professionalism, ethics, and integrity while representing Cordis in the field.
Complete required Ethics & Integrity training before engaging in customer-facing activities.
Comply with company policies and external regulations governing interactions with healthcare professionals, including anti-kickback statutes, the Sunshine Act, and other applicable laws and industry codes.