Clinical Sales Specialist (Lafayette, LA)

Cordis; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device company is seeking a Clinical Sales Specialist in Los Angeles, California. This role involves supporting the cardiovascular and endovascular product portfolio with hands-on clinical presence and strategic engagement. Ideal candidates will have a background in healthcare or medical devices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to meet sales targets. Candidates must be able to travel within the designated territory and uphold professional standards in customer interactions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical field required.
• Ability to travel extensively within assigned territory.
• Proficiency in business English and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support product portfolio with a focus on procedural case coverage.
• Drive revenue growth by increasing product adoption.
• Conduct clinical education and engage with healthcare providers.

Skills

Expertise in coronary and interventional procedures

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Sales skills with a proven track record

Ability to adapt to changing work priorities

Attention to detail with good arithmetic skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

Cordis: About us:

When you join the team at Cordis, you become part of an inspiring mission to save lives, impacting millions of people and broadening access to life-saving cardiovascular and endovascular technology. As a global leader for over 60 years, we are dedicated to being the heart of innovation to transform cardiovascular care.

At Cordis, we’re teammates, not just employees. We embrace an empowered and one-team culture where teammates are inspired to unleash their full potential. With diverse teams on a global scale, we believe the richness of our experiences and backgrounds enhances the careers of our teammates, the service to our customers, and ultimately, the lives of our patients.

If you love a challenge and are ready to have a direct, transformative and positive impact on the lives of millions, then Cordis is just the place for you. We are the people behind the people who keep saving lives.

Responsibilities

Job Summary :

The Clinical Sales Specialist is responsible for supporting the cardiovascular and endovascular product portfolio within a defined territory, with a strong focus on procedural case coverage. Working in close partnership with the Territory Manager and reporting to the Regional Sales Director, the position plays a key role in driving revenue growth by increasing product adoption, supporting current and prospective customers, and enhancing overall account performance. The role combines hands-on clinical presence with strategic support to ensure consistent execution, customer satisfaction, and improved patient outcomes across targeted healthcare accounts.

• Partner with Territory Managers and sales leadership to support territory growth objectives through high impact clinical education, procedural coverage, and ongoing customer engagement
• Responsible for meeting revenue generation targets on assigned accounts within the region on a quarterly, semi-annual, and or annual basis
• Focused on driving account penetration and increasing Cordis product utilization in existing accounts through the cultivation of new physician users and re-engaging lost customers
• Ability to conduct in-services and presentations to all staff (including Physicians, Mid-Level providers, nurses, techs, and management)
• Complete training and obtain certification for full suite of Cordis products demonstrating competency as defined by the training team
• Ability to travel within territory and/or region
• Proactively communicate daily with territory team members; provide regular updates on competitive, clinical, and customer situations
• Track sales and support activities as needed and directed by the Regional Director in coordination with additional sales support
• Manages any product complaints appropriately, reporting to Medical Affairs and sales leadership, and identifying steps to re-engage customer
• Consistently uphold company standards of professionalism, ethics, and integrity while representing the organization in the field. Complete all required Ethics & Integrity training prior to engaging in customer-facing activities.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable company policies, including HR and compliance guidelines, as well as external regulations governing interactions with healthcare professionals (e.g., anti-kickback statutes, Sunshine Act, and other HCP-related laws and industry codes).

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and might not necessarily comprise all the essential functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Qualifications

Expected Areas of Competencies :

• High level of expertise of coronary and interventional procedures
• Clinical background with strong sales skills and track record is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Long term desire to be a Territory Manager / sales rep preferred; mobility across the sales organization is supported based on evaluation of various factors (e.g., performance, business need, etc.)
• Keen self-awareness and ability to work in stressful environments (CCL, EP, etc.)
• Above average reading, verbal, and written communications skills; proficiency in business English and grammar; good arithmetic skills and attention to detail to maintain records and process reports
• Proficiency with PC-based office computers, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, required

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required; equivalent experience will be considered
• 2+ years related experience in a combination of the medical device and/or pharmaceutical field (Cath lab, nurse, etc.) or in a related area, required
• A combination of experience and education will be considered
• This position requires regular travel throughout the assigned territory to visit customer sites, including hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
• Must be able to drive extensively within the territory, with occasional overnight travel depending on territory size and business needs.
• Candidate must reside within or be willing to relocate to the assigned territory.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Preferred Qualifications

Cordis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and applicants. At Cordis, our teammates all bring different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All our teammate’s points of view are key to our success, and we believe inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.