Principal Aortic Clinical Specialist - Macon, GA/Southern GA

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 22 Jun 2026

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.

CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES - POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Aortic Clinical Specialist provides technical, clinical, educational and sales support to ensure safe adoption and growth of the Medtronic Aortic technology. The Aortic Clinical Specialist works closely with physician implanting teams, the Medtronic Aortic Field Sales and Cardiovascular field organizations to drive procedural and practice success.

Technical and Clinical Support (50%)

• Provide clinicalexpertiseforAorticimplanting centers, includingcase sizing and planning, andproviding technical supportin accordance withthe instructions for use, andbest-practicestofacilitateprocedural consistency and best clinical outcomes.

Educational Support (35%)

• Provide support for site performance andto facilitateproceduralgrowth. Assistin education and training activities with physicians, hospital supportstaffand Medtronic personnel. Stay abreastof,andcommunicate,clinical dataregardingMedtronic products and Aortic therapies.

Sales Support (15%)

• Collaborateand strategize with territory salesrepresentativeandAorticfield organization in achieving sales targets andexecutingbusiness plans.

A DAY IN THE LIFE: POSITION RESPO NSIBILITIES:

The following responsibilities are to be performed as appropriate in case support.

Technical and Clinical Support

• Provide quality technical support to help sites achieve procedural success.

• Provide technical support to Medtronic employees and implanting teams forAorticimplant proceduresin accordance withMedtronic guidance.

• Provide technical leadership forAorticdevice procedures. Educate implanting teams on proper indications forAorticprocedures. Provide support on questionsregardingdevice suitability with measuring ability and CT reconstructionexpertise.

• Provide comprehensive technical support including knowledge of imaging modalities (angiography/CT),wires and catheters, andancillary procedural solutions.

• Knowledge of MedtronicAorticproduct IFUs for safe and effective use of devices.

• Develop andmaintaincomprehensive clinical and technical product knowledge.

• Understand current publishedAorticand relevant literature.

• Recognize and understand competitive products, industry trends, andAortic/Peripheralportfolio. Liaison withUpstream Marketingfor technology improvements and next generation needs.

Educational Support

• Oversee local education and training activities including coordination and set upofprocedure simulators, facilitation of simulatedAorticprocedures and procedural troubleshooting, and coordination and facilitation of staff in-services to include pre/peri/postAorticprocedures.

• 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 inSalesForceto ensurean appropriate handoffto the receiving territory.

Customer Service and Sales Support

• Support district sales strategy working with sales representatives and managers to achieve business plans withinthe Aorticbusiness.Contribute to the development ofa strong teameffort.

• Ensure comprehensive technical and customer support within territory tomaintainsuperior customer service levels and effective time management.

• Shared responsibilityofinventory management. To includecustomer management of inventory ordering, shelf stock,stagnantand returns.Ensuring there is no expired inventory in the field or implanted in a patient.

• Identify,establish,andmaintainproductive working relationships with key decision makers, customers and their staff, administrative staff, etc.

• Participate in customer/society education meetings and conventionswhereappropriate.

• Respond to customer requests and resolve complaints in a prompt and effective manner.

• Reportdevice complaintswithin48 hoursthrough MedtronicmPXRin order toensure proper reporting and compliance of device and procedural issues.

• Help drive andmaintainquality initiatives and global best practice initiatives.

• Maintainhigh standardsof personal presentation and promotea professionalpersonal and company image.

Professional Development

• Assistin training new hiresto MedtronicAorticteam.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Submitaccurateandtimelyexpense reports. All reports should besubmittedevery two weeks.

• Maintain completion of all assigned Cornerstonetrainings andassigned Allego trainings.

• Schedule travel arrangementsthrough Concurto ensure multipleobjectivesareaccomplished.

• Maintain hospital eligibility/access with various vendor credentialing services.

Communication

• Maintaina high levelof communication withappropriateAorticsales and leadership within assigned geography.

• Communicate market intelligence/competitor activity promptly, including potential sales leads, and informationregardingproduct price or account activity to District Manager and otherappropriate companypersonnel.

• Always ensure a professional standard of written and verbal communication.

On-Call

• Provide on-callcasesupport forterritories where needed.This includesweek nightsand weekends.

Travel

• Travel within the region, area and nation may berequiredup to =50% of time.

• Travel may require overnight stays.

MUST HAVE - BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME

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

NICE TO HAVE - DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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 communicatingproduct'smarket advantages to physicians and hospital administration.

• Experience managing multiple accounts.

• Experience teaching and educating medical personnel,peersand technical supportpersonnel

• Imaging interpretation experience (CT, Angiograms)

• Expertisewith Microsoft Outlook, Excel,Wordand PowerPoint

• Excellent influencing and consulting skills

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

• Ability tomaketimelyand sounddecisions

• Strong project management skills with experience coordinatingprograms

• Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology, medicalproceduresand the medical device industry

• Excellent customer service skills

• Effectively build andmaintainpositive relationships with peers and colleagues across organizational levels andfunctions

• Ability to coordinate/participateinnumeroustasks/projects in a fast-paced environment in an organizedmanner while meetingdeadlines

• Excellent interpersonal,writtenand verbal communication skills

• Strong work ethic inaccomplishingobjectivesof the position

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essentialfunctions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tobe independently mobile. The employeeis also required tointeract with a computer, and communicate with peers andco-workers

• Able to lift 20pounds

• Extended periods of time doing computer-based work

• Hearing, sight and speakingability

• Ability to use computers and CT reconstructionprograming.

• Ability to travel extensively by car and plane. Must have valid driver's license for state ofresidency andactive vehicle insurancepolicy

• Wear lead apron forlong periodsof time (2-3hrs on average)

• Ability tooperatea movingvehicle

• Ability to work in Cath Labs orOR'swith radiation exposure

• Ability to travel with overnight stay up to 50-75% of the time (geography variability)

• Ability to conduct company business outside of the typical Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, work-schedule

• 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 yourapplication

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:

• Infectious disease; radiation; blood bornepathogens

• Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

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.?

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life-where your unique background and perspective are valued.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$100,000.00 - $105,000.00

In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. Learn more about total rewards here.

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: 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, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: 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), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

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Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.

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We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.

We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

We change lives . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That's who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.

We build extraordinary solutions as one team . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.

This life-changing career is yours to engineer . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will...

• Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world

• Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities

• Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning

These commitments set our team apart from the rest:

Experiences that put people first . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.

Life-transforming technologies . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.

Better outcomes for our world . Here, it's about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.

Insight-driven care . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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