Clinical Specialist, Joint Replacement - Albuquerque, NM
About The Position
As a Clinical Specialist at Stryker, you will help improve orthopedic surgeries and contribute to the company’s mission of making healthcare better. You will build clinical and technical expertise in robotic Mako SmartRobotics™ and manual orthopedic procedures, supporting surgeons in the operating room with pre-operative planning, case preparation, system setup, and real-time procedural workflows to promote safe, accurate, and efficient outcomes. The role includes hands-on experience with Mako technology, including CT-based planning, implant sizing, registration, and intra-operative support, as well as developing competency in manual procedures, instrumentation, and operating-room protocols. Training includes shadowing experienced team members, supporting product demonstrations, and participating in labs and education programs. This field-based role requires adaptability, composure, and problem-solving in a fast-paced surgical environment. On-call coverage is required during evenings, weekends, and holidays for urgent cases and time-sensitive customer needs. The position involves handling instruments that may be contaminated by blood or bodily fluids. Stryker states that it will provide a safe working environment in compliance with OSHA regulations. The role requires a valid driver’s license and fluency in written and spoken English. Salary is $59,900–$83,300 USD annually. Travel percentage: none.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree; or an associate degree with 4 years of professional and/or related experience; or a high school diploma with 6 years of professional and/or related experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to manage stressful operating-room situations with professionalism and focus.
- Ability to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Previous clinical experience, such as nursing, physical therapy, surgical technology, athletic training, personal training, or medical scribing.
- Extracurricular involvement, such as community service, leadership organizations, or athletic teams.
Responsibilities
- Gain competency in solo case coverage for manual and robotic procedures through hands-on training.
- Assist surgeons with pre-operative CT-based planning, implant sizing, and positioning using advanced software.
- Prepare cases, including checking instrumentation, setting up equipment, and ensuring operating-room readiness.
- Troubleshoot technical issues in the operating room.
- Learn and support daily account coordination workflows, including inventory management and logistics.
- Shadow experienced teammates to learn territory dynamics and surgeon preferences.
- Participate in product demonstrations, cadaver labs, education programs, and customer training events.
- Build and maintain trust-based relationships with surgeons, operating-room staff, and cross-functional partners.
- Manage account-related administrative tasks, system updates, and case documentation.
- Collaborate with sales partners to support seamless execution and a unified customer experience.
- Complete required trainings, competencies, and certifications.
- Provide on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
