Sports Medicine Sales Graduate

Smith+Nephew; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology company is seeking a Sports Medicine Graduate intern in Durban. The role involves working closely with orthopedic surgeons, learning surgical procedures, and providing technical assistance during surgeries. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Health Sciences and possess strong communication skills. This internship offers hands-on experience in medical sales and support with mentorship in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible Vacation and Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteering Hours

Employee Wellness Programme

Mentorship and Training

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take on challenges.
• Ability to work with diverse people.
• Understanding of surgical procedures and medical sales.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assist in surgical procedures.
• Work with Sales Representatives to learn medical sales processes.
• Provide technical assistance to surgeons.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Confidence

Resilience

Education

Degree within the Faculty of Health Sciences

Matric Qualification

Job description

Sports Medicine Graduate – Durban, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth and The Vaal Triangle

Life Unlimited.

At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We believe that through innovation, development and supporting our customers and patients we can help others achieve a Life Unlimited! Our products are in 100 countries globally and supporting this takes a huge effort.

Overview

The role forms part of the Sports Medicine Division and in this internship, you will work directly with the team to provide professional services to our customers, primarily Orthopaedic surgeons, in the assigned territory. One of the highlights of being on this programme is spending time in theatre providing technical information and guidance in the usage of our products during live surgery.

What will you be doing?

The role forms part of the Sports Medicine Division and in this internship, you will work directly with the team to provide professional services to our customers, primarily Orthopaedic surgeons, in the assigned territory. One of the highlights of being on this programme is spending time in theatre providing technical information and guidance in the usage of our products during live surgery.

What will you need to be successful?

• Learn and observe surgical procedures, progressing to assist in theatre.
• Work closely with experienced Sales Representatives to understand the medical sales process.
• Build product knowledge, surgical technique understanding, and anatomical expertise.
• Support surgeons and healthcare professionals with technical assistance.
• Complete the Medical Sales Representative Learnership Qualification.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll gain real experience in sales, customer engagement, and surgical support, with mentorship from industry experts.

Successful candidates would need the following:

• Matric Qualification
• Degree within the Faculty of Health Sciences
• Valid Drivers License
• Own Vehicle
• A willingness to learn, adapt, and take on challenges.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse people.
• Confidence, resilience, and eagerness to develop professionally.

You. Unlimited.

165 years of pioneering innovation requires a relentless focus on what’s next. We’re focused on you. You’re what’s next...

• Inclusion, Belonging and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/)
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Medical Aid and an Employee Wellness Programme and much more.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.

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