We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 24 Oct 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

         

         

As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.

Our Neuromodulation Operating Unit provides advanced therapies for chronic pain, movement disorders, and other neurological conditions. Through solutions such as early interventional procedures to implantable surgical technologies — that treat chronic pain as well as pain from spinal fractures, cancer, and severe spasticity , we deliver personalized treatments that restore function, reduce symptoms, and improve quality of life worldwide.

Our key Interventional Therapies include: Balloon Kyphoplasty, Vertebroplasty, RF Ablation (for bone) and Microwave Ablation (for soft tissue).

Check us out on LinkedIn: Pain Interventions

At Medtronic, the Sales Representative III, Interventional Therapies solicits orders, selling Medtronic Interventional products assigned and representing the company in accordance with its policies and in the area assigned; for maintaining awareness of local competitive conditions and for reporting back promptly to the district manager.

This is a remote field based role. Incumbent will be required to reside within the territory and able to drive approximately 50% of the time within assigned territory. May require overnight travel. A valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy is essential for this role. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

·    Generates new sales: Develops leads, recruits new surgeons, qualifies prospects, and makes sales calls

·    Grows existing Kyphon business and develop new opportunities

·    Works autonomously, utilizing corporate resources to generate revenue and meet/exceed quota

·    Implements approved marketing strategies

·    Aggressively seeks new customers and formulates and follow plans for such action as directed by the District Sales Manager

·    Responds to customer complaints in accordance with Medtronic Spinal & Biologics policy and advise District Sales Manager and Medtronic Spinal & Biologics promptly of any situation beyond scope of authority

·    Stays attentive to competitor’s product and merchandizing practices and to keep the District Sales Manager and Medtronic Spinal & Biologics informed concerning them

·    Maintains up-to-date customer record books and other records in accordance with District Sales Manager instructions

·    Prepares and submits call reports as required by District Sales Manager

·    Attends and participates in sales meetings, training programs, conventions, and trade shows as directed

·    Assists in the field training of any sales person as requested by the District Sales Manager

·     Cooperates with all personnel on the execution of Company programs

·     Creates and implements an annual business plan with quarterly updates

·      Provides service to customers per their individual needs

·      Responds in a timely manner to all reporting requirements and requests

·      Adheres to company policies and conducts all business in an ethical manner

·      Manages business within assigned budgets and with Medtronic Spinal and Biologics profitability in mind

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Requirements:

 •  High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8+ years of relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences; or 

• Associates Degree and 6+ years of relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences; or 

• Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences.

Preferences :

·   Ortho, spine or O.R. experience

·   Ability to sell in an environment where partnering with a surgeon is critical and ability to sell a new device or procedure

·   Proven leadership abilities and experience in selling value-added program

·   Fully knowledgeable about the anatomy and capable of effectively explaining after the completion of sales training. After two weeks in the territory, should be able to describe the anatomy of the spine and anatomical landmarks necessary to instruct a surgeon on the use of Kyphon’s products.

·   Thrives in an environment of variety and rapid growth & change

·   Excellent communication and presentation skills

·   Accustomed to working independently with a high degree of accountability

 Additional Requirements:

·    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile 

 ·    Required to interact with a computer for extended periods of time, and communicate with peers and co-workers

·     Regularly required to talk or hear

·     Occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms 

·     Regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools , or controls

·     Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds  

·     Specific vision abilities required by this job involve normal vision

·     Ability to travel

Click here to learn more about our entire Neurological product portfolio.

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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Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses. 

Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate. 

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If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at AskHR@medtronic.com. 

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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.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$45,000.00 - $45,000.00

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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

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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