CardiacSurgery, Principal Clinical Specialist

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 15 Aug 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 Job Specific Summary We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Clinical Specialist to join our CardioVascular Surgery team. This is a high-level individual contributor role responsible for providing technical, clinical, educational, and field support to ensure the safe adoption and successful utilization of Medtronic Surgical Based Therapy (SBT) products and procedures. The Clinical Specialist serves as a trusted clinical and technical partner to cardiac surgeons, physician assistants, residents, fellows, perfusionists, operating room staff, and the CardioVascular Surgery sales organization. This role works closely with customers and field partners to support physician education, procedural success, and drive adoption of Medtronic's Heart Valve, Left Atrial Appendage Management, Repair, Surgical Ablation, and Revascularization therapies. We are seeking a committed professional to join our team, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also involves travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement                     Job Description This individual will play a critical role in supporting physician training, first-case support, clinical education, market development initiatives, and ongoing physician adoption activities. Success in this role requires the ability to influence clinical practice, build strong physician relationships, and collaborate effectively with the sales team to achieve both clinical and business objectives. The Clinical Specialist serves as the primary technical and clinical resource within the Southwest District and will partner closely with Territory Managers, District Managers, Area Leadership, Marketing, and Medical Affairs to support growth initiatives and strategic account development. This position reports directly to the Southwest District Manager, Cardiac Surgery. TERRITORY OPPORTUNITY The Clinical Specialist will support cardiac surgery programs throughout Houston, San Antonio, and the Rio Grande Valley. This territory includes leading academic institutions, high-volume cardiac surgery centers, community hospitals, and strategic growth accounts. This role offers the opportunity to: • Partner directly with leading cardiac surgeons and physician assistants • Drive physician adoption of innovative cardiac surgery technologies • Support first-case and complex-case procedures • Lead physician, resident, fellow, and advanced practice provider education initiatives • Facilitate wet labs and hands-on training programs • Collaborate with sales leadership to identify and develop growth opportunities • Support strategic account development and physician engagement initiatives • Develop expertise across Medtronic's Heart Valve, Left Atrial Appendage Management, Repair, Surgical Ablation, and Revascularization portfolios POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Technical and Clinical Support • Provides technical leadership regarding implantation and utilization of Medtronic Surgical Based Therapy products and procedures. • Educates physicians, physician assistants, perfusionists, and operating room staff on indications, procedural techniques, and appropriate use of SBT products. • Develops and maintains comprehensive clinical and technical product knowledge. • Assists and serves as a