Principal Aortic Clinical Specialist - Macon, GA/Southern GA

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 2 Jul 2026   Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

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 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 .   

Educational Support   (35%)  

Provide support for site performance and   to facilitate   procedural   growth .    Assist   in education and training activities with physicians, hospital support   staff   and Medtronic personnel .    Stay abreast   of ,   and   communicate ,   clinical data   regarding   Medt ronic products and Aortic therapies.  

Sales Support   (15%)  

Collaborate   and strategize with territory sales   representative   and   Aortic   field organization in achieving sales targets and   executing   business 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 s ites achieve procedural success.  

Provide technical support to Medtronic employees and implanting teams for   Aortic   implant procedures   in accor dance 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 sa fe 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 improve ments and next generation needs .  

Educational Support  

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   procedure s.  

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.  

Customer Service and Sales Support  

Support district sales strategy working with sales representatives and managers to achieve business plans within   the Aortic   business .   Contribute to the deve lopment 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 orde ring, 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, adminis trative staff, etc.  

Participate in customer/society edu cation meetings and conventions   where   appropriate .  

Respond to customer requests and resolve complaints i n a prompt and effective manner .  

Report   d evice 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 g lobal best practice initiatives .  

Maintain   high standards   of personal presentation and promote   a professi onal   personal and company image .  

P rofessional Development  

Assist   in training new hires   to Medtronic   Aortic   team .    

Administrative Responsibilities  

Submit   accur ate   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 multi ple   objectives   are   accomplished .  

Maintain hospital eligibility/access with variou s vendor credentialing services .  

Communication  

Maintain   a high level   of communication with   appropriate   Aortic   sales and leade rship 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 othe r   appropriate company   personnel .  

Always ensure a professional standard of written and verbal communication .  

On-Call  

Provide on-call   case   support for   territories where needed.   This includes   week nights   and weekends.  

Travel  

Travel within the region, area and nation may be   required   up 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 d iploma   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 wire s, balloons, catheters, stents  

Exceptional understanding of cardiac and vascular ana tomy, physiology, and pathology  

Experience communicating   product’s   market advantages to physici ans and hospital administration .  

Experi ence managing multiple accounts .  

Experience teaching and educating medical personnel,   peers   and technical support   personnel  

Imaging interpretation experience ( CT, Angiograms)  

Expertise   with Microsoft Outl ook, Excel,   Word   and PowerPoint  

Excellent in fluencing and consulting skills  

Excellent interpersonal and written commu nication skills  

Ability to   make   timely   and sound   decisions  

Strong project management skills with e xperience coordinating   programs  

Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology, medical   procedures   and the medical device industry  

Excellent cu stomer service skills  

Effectively build and   maintain   positive relationships with peers and colleagues across orga nizational 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   accomplis hing   objectives   of 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 to   perform the essential   functions  

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 commun icate with peers and   co-workers  

Able to lift 20   pounds  

Extended periods of time doing computer-based work  

Hearing, sight and speaking   ability  

Ability to use computers and CT reconstruction   programing.  

Ability to travel extensively by car and plane. Must have valid driver’s license for state of   r esidency and   active vehicle insurance   policy  

Wear lead apron for   long periods   of time (2-3hrs on average)  

Ability to   operate   a moving   vehicle  

Ability to work in Cath Labs or   OR’s   with radiation exposure  

Ability to trave l with overnight stay up to 50- 75% of t he 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 your   application  

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:   

Infectious disease; radiation; blood borne   pathogens  

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.

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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. https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?DO_NUM=182665432&error_page=errorpage&page_name=public/download_document¤t_page=admin/refcenter/index&session_co_num=30601&CSRF=aa8b608e81c0aa2acc1346278c504be7963ad2607c15b238282af8d3b5ef0007 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.   Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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