Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

We aim to restore health and improve quality of life through device and management solutions for treating Structural Heart disease.  We lead markets by providing solutions with improved risk/benefit profiles compared to existing best therapies.

The Congenital Clinical Sales Specialist will support Abbott percutaneous treatment options for atrial septal defects (ASD), patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) and ventricular septal defects (VSD).

The Clinical Sales Specialist provides clinical and sales support through procedure coverage, education and market development within the region. In this role, the Clinical Specialist will train physicians, and ancillary personnel on the use of Structural Heart products and the importance of our therapies.  The CSS will also communicate product, clinical, and market data to appropriate Abbott personnel to support the company’s efforts to develop products and implement product marketing strategies.

This position may be hired at different level, depending on the experience of the candidate.  This position may require travel in excess of 50% of the time.
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

Collaborate with the Territory Manager and Region Director to provide customer procedure coverage ensuring best clinical outcomes.Serve as the primary resource in the cath lab for procedure preparation, troubleshooting, proctoring, and education.Educate customers on the merits and proper clinical usage of company products.  Inform customers of the latest product, therapy, and technology developments in the industry. Actively engage in clinical, procedural, and technical discussions to convey the benefits of Abbott products and therapies.This role requires a strong clinical orientation with the ability to influence a variety of clinician specialties and personality types.Active participation at industry conferences and Abbott functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING 

Required 

BS/BA or equivalent experience. 6+ years of related cardiovascular work experience 

Preferred 

Degree in life sciences or medical training (RN, RT, NP, etc.).Cath lab experience (wires, sheaths, catheters, etc.).Cardiac echo and fluoroscopic imaging interpretation experienceMedical device industry experienceExperience in Structural Heart, Electrophysiology, Radiology

WHAT WE OFFER  

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 

Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans  Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs Paid time off  401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com  

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. 

The base pay for this position is $64,000.00 – $128,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.