Field Clinical Specialist - Robotic and Manual Orthopedics

Stryker Corporation; Arkansas; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation is seeking a Field-based Clinical Specialist to support orthopedic surgeries using robotic Mako SmartRobotics™ and manual procedures. You will assist with pre-operative planning, setup, and real-time workflows, while building in-depth clinical and technical expertise across robotic and manual orthopedics.

You will participate in labs, education programs, product demonstrations, and training events, shadowing teammates to understand territory dynamics and surgeon preferences.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant work experience. Previous clinical experience (nursing, physical therapy, surgical technology, athletic training, personal training, medical scribing, etc.).
• 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.
• Extracurricular involvement such as community service, leadership organizations, or athletic teams.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Clinical experience

Surgical technology

Nursing

Athletic training

Medical scribing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree +4 years exp

High school diploma +6 years exp

Job description

Stryker Corporation is seeking a Field-based Clinical Specialist to support orthopedic surgeries using robotic Mako SmartRobotics™ and manual procedures. You will assist with pre-operative planning, setup, and real-time workflows, while building in-depth clinical and technical expertise across robotic and manual orthopedics.

You will participate in labs, education programs, product demonstrations, and training events, shadowing teammates to understand territory dynamics and surgeon preferences.