Robotic & Manual Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

Stryker Corporation; New Jersey; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation is seeking a Clinical Specialist to support orthopedic surgeries worldwide, focusing on both robotic (Mako SmartRobotics) and manual procedures. You will build clinical and technical expertise, assist with pre-operative planning, system setup, and real-time workflows to ensure safe, accurate outcomes.

You will participate in labs and education programs, shadow experienced teammates, and develop relationships with surgeons, OR staff, and cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Associate degree with 4 years of professional and/or related experience.
• High school diploma with 6 years of professional and/or related experience.

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.

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 Corporation is seeking a Clinical Specialist to support orthopedic surgeries worldwide, focusing on both robotic (Mako SmartRobotics) and manual procedures. You will build clinical and technical expertise, assist with pre-operative planning, system setup, and real-time workflows to ensure safe, accurate outcomes.

You will participate in labs and education programs, shadow experienced teammates, and develop relationships with surgeons, OR staff, and cross-functional partners.