Medtronic · 2 weeks ago
Principal Aortic Clinical Specialist - Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, California, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $104K/yr
7+ years expMedtronic is a leader in global healthcare technology, and they are seeking a Principal Aortic Clinical Specialist to provide technical, clinical, educational, and sales support for their Aortic technology. This role involves collaborating with physician implanting teams and sales organizations to ensure procedural success and drive growth.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Provide clinical expertise for Aortic implanting centers, including case sizing and planning, and providing technical support in accordance with the instructions for use, and best-practices to facilitate procedural consistency and best clinical outcomes
Provide quality technical support to help sites achieve procedural success
Provide technical support to Medtronic employees and implanting teams for Aortic implant procedures in accordance with Medtronic guidance
Provide technical leadership for Aortic device procedures. Educate implanting teams on proper indications for Aortic procedures. Provide support on questions regarding device suitability with measuring ability and CT reconstruction expertise
Provide comprehensive technical support including knowledge of imaging modalities (angiography/CT), wires and catheters, and ancillary procedural solutions
Knowledge of Medtronic Aortic product IFUs for safe and effective use of devices
Develop and maintain comprehensive clinical and technical product knowledge
Understand current published Aortic and relevant literature
Recognize and understand competitive products, industry trends, and Aortic/Peripheral portfolio. Liaison with Upstream Marketing for technology improvements and next generation needs
Oversee local education and training activities including coordination and set up of procedure simulators, facilitation of simulated Aortic procedures and procedural troubleshooting, and coordination and facilitation of staff in-services to include pre/peri/post Aortic procedures
Provide education on safe and effective use of Medtronic products
Educate/train/In-service general surgery, vascular and cardio-thoracic fellows, and residents
Ensure all vascular and cardio-thoracic fellows and residents are entered into the Aortic National Database
Graduate all residents and fellows in SalesForce to ensure an appropriate handoff to the receiving territory
Support district sales strategy working with sales representatives and managers to achieve business plans within the Aortic business. Contribute to the development of a strong team effort
Ensure comprehensive technical and customer support within territory to maintain superior customer service levels and effective time management
Shared responsibility of inventory management. To include customer management of inventory ordering, shelf stock, stagnant and returns. Ensuring there is no expired inventory in the field or implanted in a patient
Identify, establish, and maintain productive working relationships with key decision makers, customers and their staff, administrative staff, etc
Participate in customer/society education meetings and conventions where appropriate
Respond to customer requests and resolve complaints in a prompt and effective manner
Report device complaints within 48 hours through Medtronic mPXR in order to ensure proper reporting and compliance of device and procedural issues
Help drive and maintain quality initiatives and global best practice initiatives
Maintain high standards of personal presentation and promote a professional personal and company image
Assist in training new hires to Medtronic Aortic team
Submit accurate and timely expense reports. All reports should be submitted every two weeks
Maintain completion of all assigned Cornerstone trainings and assigned Allego trainings
Schedule travel arrangements through Concur to ensure multiple objectives are accomplished
Maintain hospital eligibility/access with various vendor credentialing services
Maintain a high level of communication with appropriate Aortic sales and leadership within assigned geography
Communicate market intelligence/competitor activity promptly, including potential sales leads, and information regarding product price or account activity to District Manager and other appropriate company personnel
Always ensure a professional standard of written and verbal communication
Provide on-call case support for territories where needed. This includes week nights and weekends
Travel within the region, area and nation may be required up to ≥50% of time
Qualification
Required
High school diploma and 11 years' clinical or healthcare sales experience with at least 7 years' experience in the Vascular Industry, OR Associate Degree and 9 years' clinical or healthcare sales experience with at least 5 years' experience in the Vascular industry, OR Bachelor's degree and 7 years' clinical or healthcare sales experience with at least 3 years' experience in the Vascular industry
A valid driver's license is essential for this role
Ability to travel extensively by car and plane. Must have valid driver's license for state of residency and active vehicle insurance policy
Ability to conduct company business outside of the typical Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, work-schedule
Preferred
Associate's Degree in engineering, nursing, or the sciences
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Science
Experience with wires, balloons, catheters, stents
Exceptional understanding of cardiac and vascular anatomy, physiology, and pathology
Experience communicating product's market advantages to physicians and hospital administration
Experience managing multiple accounts
Experience teaching and educating medical personnel, peers and technical support personnel
Imaging interpretation experience (CT, Angiograms)
Expertise with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Excellent influencing and consulting skills
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to make timely and sound decisions
Strong project management skills with experience coordinating programs
Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology, medical procedures and the medical device industry
Excellent customer service skills
Effectively build and maintain positive relationships with peers and colleagues across organizational levels and functions
Ability to coordinate/participate in numerous tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment in an organized manner while meeting deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Strong work ethic in accomplishing objectives of the position
Benefits
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus 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 earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
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2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO and Chairman Of The Board Of Directors
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
Recent News
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