Robotic & Manual Joint Replacement Clinical Specialist

Stryker Group; Tustin, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker is seeking a Clinical Specialist to help improve orthopedic surgeries by supporting both robotic (Mako SmartRobotics) and manual procedures. You will assist with pre-operative planning, case preparation, system setup, and real-time intra-operative workflows to ensure safe and accurate outcomes.

On-call coverage evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. You will gain hands-on experience with CT-based planning, implant sizing, registration, and intra-operative support while building

Qualifications

• Minimum required: Bachelor’s degree or Associate degree with 4 years of experience or High school diploma with 6 years of experience.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain necessary certifications and drive to accounts.

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 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.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree with 4 years of professional and/or related experience

High school diploma with 6 years of professional and/or related experience

Job description

Stryker is seeking a Clinical Specialist to help improve orthopedic surgeries by supporting both robotic (Mako SmartRobotics) and manual procedures. You will assist with pre-operative planning, case preparation, system setup, and real-time intra-operative workflows to ensure safe and accurate outcomes.

On-call coverage evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. You will gain hands-on experience with CT-based planning, implant sizing, registration, and intra-operative support while building