Clinical Specialist, Joint Replacement - Stamford, CT

Stryker Group; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Group in Stamford, CT is seeking a Clinical Specialist for Joint Replacement. You will support orthopedic surgeries with both robotic (Mako) and manual approaches, assisting with planning, case prep, setup, and real-time workflows to ensure safe, accurate outcomes.

You will gain hands-on experience with Mako CT-based planning, implant sizing, and intra-operative support, while also building proficiency in instrumentation and OR protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree OR Associate with 4 years of professional experience OR High school diploma with 6 years of professional experience.
• Previous clinical or surgical support experience is preferred.
• Experience with operating room protocols and teamwork is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Gain competency in solo case coverage for manual and robotic procedures through hands-on training.
• Assist surgeons with pre-operative CT-based planning, implant sizing, and positioning using advanced software.
• Support full case preparation, including instrumentation checks, equipment setup, and OR readiness.
• Troubleshoot technical issues confidently and efficiently in the operating room.
• Shadow teammates to understand territory dynamics and surgeon preferences.
• Participate in product demonstrations, labs, and customer training events.
• Build and maintain relationships with surgeons, OR staff, and cross-functional partners.
• Provide on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Orthopedic surgery support

Pre-operative planning

Intraoperative support

Education

Bachelor's degree OR Associate with 4 years of experience OR High school diploma with 6 years of experience

Tools

Mako SmartRobotics

Job description

Clinical Specialist, Joint Replacement-Stamford, Connecticut

As a Clinical Specialist at Stryker, you will help improve orthopedic surgeries around the world and play a direct role in our mission of making healthcare better. In this role, you will build deep clinical and technical expertise across both robotic (Mako SmartRobotics) and manual orthopedic procedures. You will support surgeons in the operating room by assisting with pre-operative planning, case preparation, system setup, and real-time procedural workflows to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient outcomes.

You will gain hands-on experience working with Mako technology—including CT-based planning, implant sizing, registration, and intra-operative support—while also developing strong competency in manual procedures, instrumentation, and OR protocols. Through shadowing experienced team members, supporting product demonstrations, and participating in labs and education programs, you will learn the systems, processes, and best practices that define world-class clinical support.

This role requires adaptability, steady composure, and strong problem-solving in a fast-paced surgical environment. Because patients' needs don't follow business hours, you will also participate in on-call coverage, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to ensure uninterrupted support for urgent cases and time-sensitive customer needs.

What You Will Do

• Gain competency in solo case coverage for manual and robotic procedures through hands-on training.
• Assist surgeons with pre-operative CT-based planning, implant sizing, and positioning using advanced software.
• Support full case preparation, including instrumentation checks, equipment setup, and OR readiness.
• Troubleshoot technical issues confidently and efficiently in the operating room.
• Learn and support workflow for daily account coordination, including inventory management and logistics.
• Shadow experienced teammates to understand territory dynamics and surgeon preferences.
• Participate in product demonstrations, cadaver labs, education programs, and customer training events.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with surgeons, OR staff, and cross-functional partners.
• Manage administrative tasks related to accounts, system updates, and case documentation.
• Collaborate with sales partners to ensure seamless execution and a unified customer experience.
• Complete required trainings, competencies, and certifications.
• Provide on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What You Need

• Minimum Required: Bachelor's degree OR Associate degree with 4 years of professional and/or related experience OR High school diploma with 6 years of professional and/or related experience

Preferred:

• 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Previous clinical experience (nursing, physical therapy, surgical technology, athletic training, personal training, medical scribing, etc.).
• Extracurricular involvement such