Vascular Clinical Specialist - Chicago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 24 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 Bring your talents to a leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions. Rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation, our medical technologies open doors. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Join us for a career that changes lives.                     The Vascular Clinical Specialist role will provide detailed technical support for vascular products and procedures to a wide range of clinical   base   including physicians,   nurses   and technicians. This individual will support sales representatives with coverage for critical cases, primarily focused on cases with physicians that require technical support on the safe and effective use of our products.        POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:         Provide clinical and technical support as well as education to Medtronic customers in vascular disease therapies. Product categories include but not limited to peripheral arterial disease, venous disease, embolization, carotid and fistula maintenance .     Educate and provide information   regarding   clinical results and the clinical efficacy of our full vascular bag portfolio.   Conducts regular calls to hospitals or clinics to support vascular sales, service and education   objectives   with high energy, product   knowledge   confidence to drive improved patient outcomes.    Promotes and   establishes   education of the company’s products and/or services with one-on-one training sessions, in-service education   programs   and support of conferences.   Receive direction from the Clinical Service Manager, District Sales Manager with collaboration from sales reps on case and technical support with physicians and staff.   Support district sales strategy: work with sales representatives and managers to achieve business plans. This may include inventory support, and technical case support.   Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling to be able to provide technical case support based on the needs of the customer, including short term notice   Support all business activities including but not limited to training, PO   collection   and inventory management.   Conduct cycle counts of inventory at customer accounts.   Assist   with resolving discrepant inventory levels.   Lead efforts in accounts to obtain signed Consignment Agreements (CA) and Inventory Schedules (IS).    Optimize   return on invested inventory across the district. Reposition under-performing inventory to accounts with revenue growth opportunity .     Recommend and   monitor   inventory levels in alignment with customer segmentation and pricing & contract strategies. Coordinate and execute Phase-In and Phase-Out activities for product launches.    Support Area and District sales strategy; work with sales representatives and service leaders to achieve business plan.    Responsible for developing, building, and strengthening long-term relationships with stakeholders including key decision makers, customers and their staff, and administrators that drive business and therapy adoption.   Responsible for pursuing leads, assessing needs, and providing product services to maximize the benefits derived from Medtronic’s vascular products and/or services to understand and confirm customer needs, effectively engages, and overcomes customer objections.    Assess customer needs and feedback   regarding   new products and/or modifications to existing products and communicates to sales   representative .    Partner with sales team and vascular field technician on inventory management initiatives.     #CVCS         MUST HAVE -   BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:   IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME   H.S. Degree and 6+ years    OR   Associate degree and 4+ years     OR        Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience in healthcare, field sales support, personnel and performance management, project management, or work experience   utilizing   complex mathematics, mechanical concepts, science or computing OR 2 years of military experience with honorable discharge.     NICE TO HAVE - DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:   Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology, medical   procedures   and the medical device industry   Excellent customer service skills   Excellent interpersonal,   written   and verbal communication skills   Effectively build and   maintain   positive relationships with peers and colleagues across organizational levels   Strong project management skills and experience coordinating programs   Ability to coordinate/ participate   in   numerous   tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment in an organized manner while meeting deadlines   Strong work ethic in accomplishing   objectives   of the position   Expertise   with Microsoft Outlook, Excel,   Word   and PowerPoint      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 requi red to   interact with a computer   and commun icate with peers and co-workers   Lifting/carrying 20 pounds    Sit/stand walk 6-8 hours day    Op erate moving vehicle   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:    Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)   Ability to work in Cath   Labs  and   achieve vendor credentialing   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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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):(USD): $80,000.00   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). 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. 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. 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