Surgical Scrub Technician - Neuro Spine Medical Devices Pretoria

Salesworx; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical devices sector seeks a motivated individual for a full-time role in their Neuro division. The ideal candidate will possess a Health or Life Sciences degree and will work closely with senior salespeople to deliver excellent customer service while managing territory sales effectively. Responsibilities include providing training and support in surgical environments, addressing customer queries, and collaborating with the sales team to optimize growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Health or Life Sciences preferred.
• Experience in the medical device industry required.
• Ability to scrub for theatre cases is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain customer relationships, offering technical training and solutions.
• Provide professional technical advice and support on medical devices.
• Collaborate with sales colleagues to increase product use in the territory.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Hospital Experience

Acute Care

Anatomy Knowledge

Basic Life Support

Computer Skills

Physiology Knowledge

Military Experience

Suturing

Medical Terminology

Sterile Processing

Education

Graduate in Health or Life Sciences

Job description

To integrate into an existing team servicing parts for Neuro / Spine customers, working closely with the Senior Salespeople in the area to develop and maintain customer relationships, offering technical / clinical training and solutions in the OR to meet customer and user needs, and providing excellent after-sales service and support.

NEURO DIVISION

• Work closely with the Senior Salesperson and Sales Manager to identify customer requirements, potential support, and develop a sales plan for the territory.
• Implement tactical plans with the team to increase the use of company and division products.
• Follow up on sales leads and address customer queries promptly.
• Collaborate with sales colleagues to optimize growth by sharing opportunities and providing support.
• Ensure timely placement of received orders and proper invoicing and delivery as per procedures.
• Build positive relationships with end users and customers to establish a strong foundation for ongoing business.
• Provide professional technical advice and solutions to meet customer needs, promoting the company's brand.
• Offer in-service training to ensure correct usage of medical devices and obtain necessary hospital or clinical access approvals.
• Maintain an understanding of current business sources and support forecasts for the next 12 months, supported by market intelligence.
• Report on competitor activities within the territory.
• Gain knowledge of relevant clinical studies and utilize appropriate sales materials effectively.
• Participate actively in company meetings and support equipment and instrumentation needs, exceeding customer expectations during specialized theatre cases.

Requirements

Note: Extensive driving and long working hours required.

• Ability to scrub in theatre and be part of the surgical team, focusing on Neuro / Spine cases.
• Provide technical instruction and support on supplied products (training provided).
• Manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Handle basic administration, including weekly activity reports.
• Well presented and able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Follow instructions and work well within a team.
• Manage consignment stock and account for variances.
• Provide feedback to management as requested.
• Comply with Quality Management Systems.
• Own reliable vehicle, mobile phone, and computer; manage data and fuel efficiently to ensure job performance.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Health or Life Sciences preferred.
• Motivated, target-driven, and passionate about sales and the medical industry.
• Ability to scrub for theatre cases.
• Experience in the medical device industry.
• Own transportation and valid driver's license (non-negotiable).
• Own mobile device and computer (non-negotiable).
• Willing to work early and late hours as needed.

Required Experience & Skills

Aseptic Technique, Hospital Experience, Acute Care, Anatomy Knowledge, Basic Life Support, Computer Skills, Physiology Knowledge, Military Experience, Suturing, Medical Terminology, Sterile Processing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : Years

Vacancy : 1