Clinical Specialist, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) - Gainesville, FL

Medtronic•Gainesville, FL

12d•$76,000 - $114,000•Remote

About The Position

Medtronic is hiring a field-based Clinical Specialist to support its Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Therapy group. The position is remote from a Medtronic site, but the employee must live within the assigned territory and drive to multiple accounts. The specialist will reside in Gainesville and support accounts in Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Gainesville. A valid driver’s license and active vehicle insurance are required. The role also involves travel outside the territory and may include overnight travel within the employee’s district or neighboring districts. Bilingual English and Spanish skills are preferred. The Clinical Specialist provides surgical coverage, implant support, follow-up, troubleshooting, customer service, and education. The role represents Medtronic DBS during surgeries and implants, supports clinicians and hospital staff in the use of DBS products and therapies, and may conduct basic market development activities based on territory needs. The specialist may also support sales activities, employee training, and regional or national projects while following applicable quality policies and procedures. The position requires the ability to serve as the primary resource for scheduled and unscheduled clinical events, sometimes during evenings, nights, or weekends. The employee must be able to work autonomously, attend meetings and training as requested, use healthcare universal precautions, and meet the listed physical demands, including wearing protective lead for extended periods and lifting up to 40 pounds. Medtronic describes itself as a global healthcare technology company with approximately 95,000 employees operating in more than 150 countries. The company’s Neuroscience portfolio develops technologies and therapies for neurological disorders, spine conditions, chronic pain, and movement disorders.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 6 years of clinical or medical sales experience; or an associate degree and at least 4 years of such experience; or a bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of such experience.
Must reside within the assigned territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region.
Valid driver’s license and active vehicle insurance policy; driving record will be reviewed.
Ability to use healthcare universal precautions to minimize exposure to infectious disease and radiation.
Ability to serve as the primary resource for scheduled and unscheduled clinical events, including periodic evenings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to work efficiently and autonomously with little direction outside clinical events.
Ability to attend national and district meetings and other training as requested.
Ability to wear a 7–9-pound protective lead apron for extended periods in the operating room.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for more than 8 hours per day and frequently bend, stoop, squat, and balance.
Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus for travel and computer use.
For a baccalaureate degree earned outside the United States, the degree must satisfy the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A).
Candidates for this role below Principal level must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization at hire and for the duration of employment; sponsorship is not offered for roles below Principal level.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English and Spanish skills.
Local qualified candidates and candidates with Medtronic experience are preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field.
Master’s degree.
Registered nurse or healthcare professional with experience in a sterile environment.
Clinical experience with implantable neurological products and patient care.
Experience servicing medical personnel on product use.
Experience with a medical device or pharmaceutical company and clinical experience in neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, operating rooms, pain management, or home health care.
Understanding of reimbursement and the healthcare environment.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

Represent Medtronic DBS during surgeries and implants, providing the equipment and products needed for implants.
Provide implant, follow-up, and troubleshooting support, including guidance on device selection, programming, implantation, and system testing.
Maintain current knowledge of assigned products, services, and competitive products.
Identify needs at new and existing accounts and teach caregivers and account employees.
Educate and train physicians, hospital personnel, and office staff on technical matters related to Medtronic products and therapies through individual sessions, in-service programs, seminars, and symposiums.
Assist the district manager and in-house training department with training new district employees.
Provide sales support during or after cases, complete related documentation, and execute invoices in a variety of situations.
Place orders with customer service for pending purchase orders and product replacements.
Maintain open and effective communication with district personnel, customers, and other Medtronic employees.
Contribute to milestones for regional or national projects.
Understand applicable quality policies and system requirements, and follow work and quality procedures.
Perform other related activities as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Sales Incentive Plan with opportunity for incentive compensation based on achieving or exceeding goals.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health Savings Account.
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability leave.
Dependent daycare spending account.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
Global well-being program (Simple Steps).
Incentive plans.
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
Short-term disability.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, subject to IRS earnings minimums.
Capital Accumulation Plan for Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earnings minimums.