CardiacSurgery, Principal Clinical Specialist - Grand Rapids, MI

Medtronic•Grand Rapids, MI

5d•$145,000•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Clinical Specialist to join our CardioVascular Surgery team. This is a high-level individual contributor role responsible for providing technical, clinical, educational, and field support to ensure the safe adoption and successful utilization of Medtronic Surgical Based Therapy (SBT) products and procedures. The Clinical Specialist serves as a trusted clinical and technical partner to cardiac surgeons, physician assistants, residents, fellows, perfusionists, operating room staff, and the CardioVascular Surgery sales organization. This role works closely with customers and field partners to support physician education, procedural success, and drive adoption of Medtronic's Heart Valve, Left Atrial Appendage Management, Repair, Surgical Ablation, and Revascularization therapies. We are seeking a committed professional to join our team, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also involves travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement.

Requirements

High School Diploma with a minimum of 10 years experience including cath lab, CVOR, or Clinical experience OR Associate Diploma with a minimum of 8 years experience OR Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience
A valid driver's license is essential for this role

Nice To Haves

Experience with cardiac implantable devices.
Experience with education and training techniques.

Responsibilities

Provides technical leadership regarding implantation and utilization of Medtronic Surgical Based Therapy products and procedures.
Educates physicians, physician assistants, perfusionists, and operating room staff on indications, procedural techniques, and appropriate use of SBT products.
Develops and maintains comprehensive clinical and technical product knowledge.
Assists and serves as a consultant to physicians, customers, and sales staff with troubleshooting and management of complex procedural challenges.
Serves as a clinical resource during physician adoption and growth phases.
May assist field and Medical Affairs teams with customer communication regarding device complaints, product evaluations, and explants.
Provides technical expertise and leadership to support safe and effective adoption of Medtronic technologies.
Collaborates with sales personnel on physician targeting and attendance at Medtronic-sponsored training programs.
Engages with physicians and clinical teams before, during, and after attendance at educational events.
Provides post-training follow-up, procedural reviews, in-servicing, and first-case support.
Supports minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) and advanced procedural training initiatives.
Participates in dissemination of peer-reviewed scientific and clinical information.
Develops and maintains influential relationships with key customers and physician leaders.
Provides procedural support and clinical coverage during physician adoption and growth phases.
Supports onboarding and development of new sales representatives and clinical specialists.
Provides technical expertise for regional education and training activities.
Assists with physician, resident, fellow, and advanced practice provider educational programs.
Delivers competitive and product training to sales representatives and clinical specialists.
Partners with District Managers and Territory Managers to communicate and execute resident and fellow development initiatives.
Maintains relationships with attending surgeons and academic institutions throughout the territory.
Supports early-career surgeon education programs and procedural training opportunities.
Assists in development and execution of future physician education initiatives.
Maintains expertise in competitive technologies and therapies.
Effectively communicates competitive information, market trends, and clinical evidence to field teams.
Remains current regarding peer-reviewed publications, clinical data, and evolving standards of care.
Delivers clinical and competitive training to field personnel.
Schedules travel arrangements to ensure multiple objectives are accomplished efficiently.
Maintains hospital access and vendor credentialing requirements.
Completes expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintains all required training and compliance certifications.
Effectively manages time, resources, and priorities across a large geography.
Maintains a high level of communication with Territory Managers, District Managers, Area Leadership, Marketing, Medical Affairs, and key stakeholders.
Ensures a professional standard of written and verbal communication at all times.
Collaborates effectively across functions to support physician adoption, account development, and business growth initiatives.