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Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.
A Day in the Life
We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.
As a Senior Territory Manager for Coronary, you will serve as a strategic partner and clinical expert to interventional cardiologists and cath lab teams, helping them adopt advanced coronary technologies that support confident clinical decision‑making and improve patient outcomes.
You will spend your time engaging physicians and hospital stakeholders through high‑impact sales calls, procedural case support, and advanced clinical education. In the cath lab, you will provide technical leadership during coronary interventions and physiological assessments and champion best practices for the use of Medtronic’s coronary solutions, including our newly acquired digital technology, CathWorks, the market leading Angio based Fractional Flow Reserve (FFRangio) solution.
Outside the cath lab, you will work closely with hospital administrators, purchasing teams, and cross‑functional Medtronic partners—including Enterprise Accounts, Strategic Accounts, Sales Leadership, clinical specialists, and inventory analysts—to drive access, influence pricing and contract strategies.
While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the territory. A valid driver's license is essential for this role. This role covers a larger territory and will require regular overnight travel, with expectations of up to 50% travel as new products and therapies are launched.
What You Will Be Doing
- Lead the promotion and sale of Medtronic’s coronary portfolio, including stents, balloons, guidewires, imaging, and CathWorks technologies, across assigned territory.
- Provide technical and clinical leadership in the cath lab during coronary interventions and physiological assessments, including support for complex cases.
- Deliver advanced clinical education and training to physicians, nurses, and technicians.
- Build, maintain, and leverage relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), senior clinicians, and executive‑level decision makers.
- Partner with Enterprise Accounts, Strategic Accounts, and Sales Leadership to shape pricing strategies, support contract negotiations, and drive system‑wide adoption.
- Develop and execute sophisticated territory and account plans that address clinical, economic, and competitive dynamics.
- Achieve and exceed quarterly and annual sales targets.
- Travel frequently to hospitals and off-site meetings, which may require overnight stays.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
Education
High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of relevant experience, or Associate’s Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience*
- Relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical devices, medtech, healthcare, or life sciences
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will demonstrate a combination of clinical expertise, commercial leadership, and strategic relationship-building skills, including:
- Experience supporting cath labs and partnering with interventional cardiologists on complex coronary procedures.
- Ability to build credibility with physicians and healthcare leaders by delivering data-driven, customer-focused solutions.
- Strong territory/business planning skills, including managing competing priorities, anticipating market shifts, and executing long-term strategies with minimal oversight.
- Proven ability to perform effectively in high-stakes clinical environments, providing composed procedural leadership.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers.
Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:
Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.
Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.
If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.
If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at AskHR@medtronic.com.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $85,000 - $85,000
In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. Learn more about total rewards here.
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 31 Oct 2026
Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.
A Day in the Life
We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.
As a Senior Territory Manager for Coronary, you will serve as a strategic partner and clinical expert to interventional cardiologists and cath lab teams, helping them adopt advanced coronary technologies that support confident clinical decision‑making and improve patient outcomes.
You will spend your time engaging physicians and hospital stakeholders through high‑impact sales calls, procedural case support, and advanced clinical education. In the cath lab, you will provide technical leadership during coronary interventions and physiological assessments and champion best practices for the use of Medtronic’s coronary solutions, including our newly acquired digital technology, CathWorks, the market leading Angio based Fractional Flow Reserve (FFRangio) solution.
Outside the cath lab, you will work closely with hospital administrators, purchasing teams, and cross‑functional Medtronic partners—including Enterprise Accounts, Strategic Accounts, Sales Leadership, clinical specialists, and inventory analysts—to drive access, influence pricing and contract strategies.
While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the territory. A valid driver's license is essential for this role. This role covers a larger territory and will require regular overnight travel, with expectations of up to 50% travel as new products and therapies are launched.
What You Will Be Doing
- Lead the promotion and sale of Medtronic’s coronary portfolio, including stents, balloons, guidewires, imaging, and CathWorks technologies, across assigned territory.
- Provide technical and clinical leadership in the cath lab during coronary interventions and physiological assessments, including support for complex cases.
- Deliver advanced clinical education and training to physicians, nurses, and technicians.
- Build, maintain, and leverage relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), senior clinicians, and executive‑level decision makers.
- Partner with Enterprise Accounts, Strategic Accounts, and Sales Leadership to shape pricing strategies, support contract negotiations, and drive system‑wide adoption.
- Develop and execute sophisticated territory and account plans that address clinical, economic, and competitive dynamics.
- Achieve and exceed quarterly and annual sales targets.
- Travel frequently to hospitals and off-site meetings, which may require overnight stays.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
Education
High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of relevant experience, or Associate’s Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience*
- Relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical devices, medtech, healthcare, or life sciences
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will demonstrate a combination of clinical expertise, commercial leadership, and strategic relationship-building skills, including:
- Experience supporting cath labs and partnering with interventional cardiologists on complex coronary procedures.
- Ability to build credibility with physicians and healthcare leaders by delivering data-driven, customer-focused solutions.
- Strong territory/business planning skills, including managing competing priorities, anticipating market shifts, and executing long-term strategies with minimal oversight.
- Proven ability to perform effectively in high-stakes clinical environments, providing composed procedural leadership.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers.
Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:
Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.
Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.
If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.
If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at AskHR@medtronic.com.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $85,000 - $85,000
In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. Learn more about total rewards here.
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Align your credentials to FDA-regulated domains
Principal roles at Medtronic frequently require demonstrated experience in FDA-regulated product development, quality systems, or clinical research. Organize your portfolio around 510(k) submissions, design controls, or post-market surveillance to speak directly to Medtronic's regulatory environment.
Target divisions with active device pipelines
Medtronic's Cardiac & Vascular and Neuromodulation divisions consistently hire at the Principal level for specialized engineering and clinical functions. Focusing your outreach on divisions with active product launches increases your chances of landing a role tied to an immediate sponsorship need.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Principal roles
Medtronic posts Principal positions across multiple business units simultaneously, making it easy to miss roles suited to your visa type. Use Migrate Mate to filter Medtronic listings by sponsorship eligibility so you're only applying to roles where your status is supported.
Clarify your OPT or TN timeline before the offer stage
If you're on F-1 OPT, Medtronic's HR team needs to know your STEM extension eligibility and remaining authorized period before extending an offer. Have your I-20 dates and OPT card ready so the hiring team can confirm your start date aligns with their PERM or H-1B filing timeline.
Understand how PERM interacts with Principal-level roles
Medtronic sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards through PERM labor certification, which requires DOL to verify no qualified U.S. workers were available. At the Principal level, the job requirements must match your actual duties exactly, so any mismatch between your resume and the certified job description can create complications.
Negotiate H-1B transfer timing with your current employer
If you're already on an H-1B with another employer, you can transfer to Medtronic by portability once USCIS receives the new I-129 petition. Confirm with Medtronic's immigration counsel that they'll file before your current authorization lapses, since the 60-day grace period after termination does not extend your authorized stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Medtronic sponsor H-1B visas for Principals?
Yes, Medtronic sponsors H-1B visas for Principal-level roles across engineering, clinical, and regulatory functions. Because Principal positions typically require a specific technical degree tied to the role, they generally qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards. If you're subject to the H-1B cap, timing your application cycle and confirming Medtronic's intent to file early in the process is essential.
How do I apply for Principal jobs at Medtronic?
Applications go through Medtronic's careers portal at jobs.medtronic.com. Search by job family or division and filter for Principal-level titles. Before applying, review the job description carefully for degree and domain requirements, since Principal roles are tightly scoped. You can also browse Medtronic's open Principal positions filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate.
Which visa types does Medtronic commonly use for Principal roles?
Medtronic sponsors H-1B visas for most Principal hires, and supports TN visa status for qualified Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible roles. For candidates seeking permanent residence, Medtronic uses the EB-2 and EB-3 pathways through PERM labor certification. F-1 OPT and STEM OPT extensions are also supported, allowing recent graduates to join before an H-1B is filed.
What qualifications does Medtronic expect for Principal-level roles?
Principal roles at Medtronic typically require an advanced degree in a relevant field such as biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or a clinical science, combined with substantial industry experience. Many postings expect direct experience with FDA regulatory pathways, ISO 13485 quality systems, or clinical trial design. Demonstrated ownership of complex, cross-functional projects is a consistent expectation across divisions.
How do I time my application if I'm nearing the end of my OPT?
If your OPT or STEM OPT extension expires before October 1 of the following fiscal year, you may face a gap if Medtronic files your H-1B in the annual lottery. Discuss your authorization end date with the recruiter before an offer is extended so Medtronic's immigration team can assess whether a cap-exempt filing, a TN, or an expedited PERM track is viable for your situation.