A Day in the Life
At Medtronic, the Principal Clinical Specialist supports the Pelvic Health Therapy groups in the areas of surgical coverage, follow-up, support, troubleshooting, customer service and education within a territory. ?In certain instances, this role?may be engaged in basic market development activities depending upon the needs of the assigned territory.
This is a field based role. 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.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Represents Medtronic Neuromodulation during surgeries and implants by providing all necessary equipment and products required for the implant, demonstrates expertise in all aspects of implant, follow-up support and troubleshooting techniques (such as proper device selection, appropriate programming, correct implantation and testing of all device systems).
Maintains current knowledge about assigned products and services as well as competitive products.?
For new and existing accounts, this position is able to proactively identify needs and teach a broader level of caregivers and account employees.?
Educates and trains physicians, hospital personnel and office staff on technical matters relating to our products and therapies. This is achieved by coordinating: one on one sessions, in service education programs, seminars and/or outside symposiums. ?
Assists district manager and in-house training department in education/training of new employees in the district (therapy consultants, clinical specialists, field clinical engineers, etc.). ?
Provides sales support during or following cases such as completing the necessary documentation (for example: implant registration, temporary id cards, packing list) and is able to execute invoices in a variety of different situations. ?This position is able to place an order with customer service for pending purchase orders and product replacement.
Maintains open and effective communication with all district personnel, customers and other Medtronic employees. ?
Contributes to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects at the regional and/or national level.
Has an understanding of all quality policy/system items that are?applicable. ?
Follows all work/quality procedures to ensure quality system compliance and high quality work.
Performs other related activities, as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
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Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
•?High School Diploma or GED AND a minimum of 11?years of patient care/clinical experience;?or
•?Associate’s Degree AND a minimum of 9?years of patient care/clinical experience;?or
•?Bachelor’s degree AND a minimum of 7?years of patient care/clinical experience.??
Nice to Have?
•? Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree?
•? Clinical skill and knowledge (ex. ability to conduct a simple trial, implant and/or refill a pump)
•? Clinical experience with implantable Neuromodulation products and stim experience
•? Experience in servicing medical personnel on product use
•? Experience working with a medical device?or pharmaceutical company?and clinical experience in a specialty area: urology, surgical, RN, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedic, operating room,?or home health care
•? Ability to communicate effectively with sales and health care professionals
•? Ability to coach others on use of products and clinical applications
•? Excellent organizational skills
•? Ability to prioritize under pressure
•? Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
**Preference will be given to local qualified candidates and candidates with Medtronic experience
Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy.? In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application. Must be able to drive approximately 50% of the time within assigned territory and may require overnight travel.
Business Description
Pelvic Health is part of the Neuroscience Portfolio. Our therapies treat patients suffering from overactive bladder, non-obstructive urinary retention and fecal incontinence with our sacral neuromodulation (SNM) systems Pelvic Health X™? and Pelvic Health™? Micro; and our percutaneous tibial neuromodulation (PTNM) system NURO™?. More than 400 million people worldwide have incontinence, and many of them limit their lives socially, professionally and personally because of their condition. Our goal is to expand access to our therapies so we can help potentially millions of people get their lives back.
Minneapolis, MN
At Medtronic, we believe in the power of medical technology to improve lives. Seven decades ago, our co-founder invented the battery-powered pacemaker. Today, we are among the largest medical device companies in the world. With operations in 150 countries, our products treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, cranial and spine robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring systems, and more. Our therapies help 75 million people a year and support our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life.
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