Clinical Specialist, Joint Replacement - Detroit, MI

Stryker • Detroit, MI

1d • Onsite

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. 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.

You will learn through shadowing experienced team members, supporting product demonstrations, and participating in labs and education programs. The position calls for adaptability, composure, and problem-solving in a fast-paced surgical environment. On-call coverage is required during evenings, weekends, and holidays to support urgent cases and customer needs. The role involves approximately 30% travel and handling instruments that may have been contaminated by blood or bodily fluids.

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 instruments, 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 relationships with surgeons, operating-room staff, and cross-functional partners.
• Manage account administration, system updates, and case documentation.
• Collaborate with sales partners to support coordinated customer service.
• Complete required training, competencies, and certifications.
• Provide on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level