Clinical Manager, Enabling Technologies - Southern California
Medtronic · Los Angeles, California, United States of America ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Employment
- Contract
- Category
- Management
- Experience
- 3+ years
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.
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At Medtronic, the Clinical Manager, Enabling Technologies partners with the field sales teams in achieving unit/revenue goals and enhancing customer satisfaction by effectively managing the region’s clinical team. The CM is fully competent clinically and will provide case, customer and patient support while facilitating cross-district and cross-region collaboration on to resolve resource constraints.
This is a field based role.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
Manages and coaches Enabling Technologies Clinical Consultant employees through field visits, individual or group meetings, and direct conversations
Responsible for the performance of the clinical support of Enabling Technologies (Robotic Assisted Surgery) platforms and Neurosurgery portfolios
Ensures efficient and effective scheduling of case coverage for the district including case coverage and service work
Partners to ensure coordinated sales and clinical efforts across the district, driving clinical efficiencies and case coverage
Schedules resources for clinical events working closely with the Enabling Technologies District Manager
Ensures all direct reports have annual/quarterly objectives and implement a regular schedule of evaluating performance, providing feedback and coaching, and documenting performance needs and achievements; implement performance improvement plans, if needed
Communicates and reinforces corporate Mission, Enabling Technologies strategy and key initiatives, goals, and activities
Implements activities and strategies to achieve short and long-term business objectives especially related to clinical activities
Directs and motivates employees to achieve clinical goals
Provides ongoing feedback/coaching and regular performance and development discussions with employees and implements corrective actions where necessary
Documents field visits with employees with actions observed and suggestions for improvement for the individual Clinical Consultants and adheres to, communicates, and reinforces Medtronic policies and business conduct standards as needed
Oversees the training and development of Clinical Consultants in product knowledge and competitive knowledge
Coaches and advises employees on teamwork, time and task management, and career development
Assists employees with the creation and ongoing implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDP’s)
Identifies clinical opportunities through the use of analytics and/or field visits
Addresses clinical opportunities through coaching or the development of specific measurable projects
Provides direction to employees regarding the management of assets, expenses, budgets, etc.
Performs administrative tasks related to cost center management, expenses, email, and other communication activities
Ensures personal understanding of all quality policy/system items that are personally applicable
Follows all work/quality procedures to ensure quality system compliance and high-quality work
Partners with both the Enabling Technologies District Manager, and HR to recruit and hire top candidates for open positions
Continually works to maintain a strong, diverse personnel “bench” of candidates for use in future hiring opportunities
Other duties as assigned by Enabling Technologies District Manager
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.
We are committed to building a workforce that brings together a broad range of perspectives and experiences at every level. This approach fuels innovation and helps us remain an industry leader—that’s why we focus on attracting and developing employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and deeply connected to the needs of the patients we serve.
To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic, click here.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your applicant profile.
Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of relevant experience; or
An Advanced Degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Nice to Have
• 1+ years of directly related Medtronic experience
• Previous Clinical Specialist level or higher experience
• Previous people management experience
• Knowledge of clinical coverage requirements
• Additional experience in sales, marketing, training, healthcare, technical services, engineering or related areas in the medical device industry
• Successful career record showing promotions, time in role, and increasing responsibilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and processes with ease
• Demonstrated change leader
• Demonstrated business acumen
*** Preference will be given to local qualified candidates and candidates with Medtronic experience
Additional Job Requirements
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
• Ability to travel by air or car or other mode of transportation
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.
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.
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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.
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. 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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