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Clinical Sales Specialist jobs are a strong OPT match for life sciences, biomedical, or health sciences graduates. Most roles involve territory-based medical device or pharmaceutical sales, which qualifies as STEM-adjacent work authorization for eligible graduates. Standard OPT gives you 12 months; STEM OPT extension adds 24 more for qualifying degree holders.
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Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation that has fueled our rapid business growth and expansion. Applied has recently launched a new line of products in a major category for both minimally invasive and open abdominal surgery. Applied has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for more than 35 years and has earned a strong reputation in healthcare. Our dedication to delivering the highest quality products combined with our unique business model allows team members the ability to truly partner with hospital accounts and contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in most sales positions.
This is a tremendous opportunity for individuals who have foundational outside sales experience, preferably B2B or medical/healthcare sales, and are looking for an opportunity to develop their career in the medical device space. Working directly with surgeons in the operating room, this is a highly visible, highly accountable position within the company, growing a product line in a market that is new to Applied Medical. If you appreciate being an individual hunter working on a highly collaborative team, then this is the position for you. Applied Medical is a proven provider of opportunities for invested, talented performers in both rapid sales growth and upward promotion. Proven success in this role will be rewarded with upward mobility and progressive earning potential.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
As an Ortho Clinical Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for selling the clinical value of the Alexis Orthopaedic Protector directly to surgeons. You will promote the benefits of using the Alexis Orthopaedic Protector in surgeries, such as total hip and shoulder replacements. In this role, you will cover a large geography and schedule product evaluations with surgeons and surgical groups. You will also work closely with our existing Field team for each account. You will be responsible for driving growth and utilization of our Alexis Orthopaedic Protector by performing the following activities:
- Establish and maintain relationships with surgeons and key contacts in assigned hospital accounts
- Exceed quota expectations as established by management
- Provide the highest levels of support and service to your accounts
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 1-2 years of documented, successful experience in outside sales (B2B or similar)
- Basic sales training
- Resourceful, goal-oriented, self-starter with a strong entrepreneurial drive
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated performance record with clear documentation of success
- Must live in the geographical location of the position or be willing to relocate
- Ability to travel for applicable training classes
- Completion of a college degree (Bachelor’s degree or higher)
- Applied Medical Field Team Members must be able to meet third party credentialing requirements, which may include but are not limited to COVID-19 vaccination.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant experience in orthopaedic procedures (joint, hip, shoulder)
- Relevant medical device and operating room experience
- Existing knowledge base of anatomy and physiology focused on the musculoskeletal system
- Cold calling experience to surgeons and physician assistants
- Experience building relationships with OR directors, nurse managers, clinical coordinators, nurse educators and materials management administrators
- Successful completion of a formal sales training program
- Existing established relationships and/or understanding of the medical device market
BENEFITS
The base compensation range for this role is $55,000 - $65,000 / year for the position in the Atlanta area. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries in this specific geographic area based on the date of this job posting. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and bonus/commission compensation package during your hiring process.
Please understand that the compensation range may be modified in the future. Each amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation once such amount is earned and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefit or any other form of compensation may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Our total reward package also includes the following:
- Training and mentorship with ongoing learning and development courses
- Comprehensive medical and dental and vision coverage
- Education reimbursement program
- 401(k) program with discretionary employer match
- Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule
All compensation and benefits are subject to the requirements and restrictions set forth in the applicable plan documents and any written agreements between the parties.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.
INTRODUCTION
Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation that has fueled our rapid business growth and expansion. Applied has recently launched a new line of products in a major category for both minimally invasive and open abdominal surgery. Applied has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for more than 35 years and has earned a strong reputation in healthcare. Our dedication to delivering the highest quality products combined with our unique business model allows team members the ability to truly partner with hospital accounts and contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in most sales positions.
This is a tremendous opportunity for individuals who have foundational outside sales experience, preferably B2B or medical/healthcare sales, and are looking for an opportunity to develop their career in the medical device space. Working directly with surgeons in the operating room, this is a highly visible, highly accountable position within the company, growing a product line in a market that is new to Applied Medical. If you appreciate being an individual hunter working on a highly collaborative team, then this is the position for you. Applied Medical is a proven provider of opportunities for invested, talented performers in both rapid sales growth and upward promotion. Proven success in this role will be rewarded with upward mobility and progressive earning potential.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
As an Ortho Clinical Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for selling the clinical value of the Alexis Orthopaedic Protector directly to surgeons. You will promote the benefits of using the Alexis Orthopaedic Protector in surgeries, such as total hip and shoulder replacements. In this role, you will cover a large geography and schedule product evaluations with surgeons and surgical groups. You will also work closely with our existing Field team for each account. You will be responsible for driving growth and utilization of our Alexis Orthopaedic Protector by performing the following activities:
- Establish and maintain relationships with surgeons and key contacts in assigned hospital accounts
- Exceed quota expectations as established by management
- Provide the highest levels of support and service to your accounts
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 1-2 years of documented, successful experience in outside sales (B2B or similar)
- Basic sales training
- Resourceful, goal-oriented, self-starter with a strong entrepreneurial drive
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated performance record with clear documentation of success
- Must live in the geographical location of the position or be willing to relocate
- Ability to travel for applicable training classes
- Completion of a college degree (Bachelor’s degree or higher)
- Applied Medical Field Team Members must be able to meet third party credentialing requirements, which may include but are not limited to COVID-19 vaccination.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant experience in orthopaedic procedures (joint, hip, shoulder)
- Relevant medical device and operating room experience
- Existing knowledge base of anatomy and physiology focused on the musculoskeletal system
- Cold calling experience to surgeons and physician assistants
- Experience building relationships with OR directors, nurse managers, clinical coordinators, nurse educators and materials management administrators
- Successful completion of a formal sales training program
- Existing established relationships and/or understanding of the medical device market
BENEFITS
The base compensation range for this role is $55,000 - $65,000 / year for the position in the Atlanta area. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries in this specific geographic area based on the date of this job posting. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and bonus/commission compensation package during your hiring process.
Please understand that the compensation range may be modified in the future. Each amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation once such amount is earned and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefit or any other form of compensation may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Our total reward package also includes the following:
- Training and mentorship with ongoing learning and development courses
- Comprehensive medical and dental and vision coverage
- Education reimbursement program
- 401(k) program with discretionary employer match
- Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule
All compensation and benefits are subject to the requirements and restrictions set forth in the applicable plan documents and any written agreements between the parties.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Clinical Sales Specialist
Lead with your science background
Clinical Sales Specialists need credibility with physicians and clinicians. Emphasize your biology, biomedical engineering, or health sciences degree upfront. Hiring managers in this field value technical fluency over pure sales experience, especially for recent graduates on OPT.
Target medical device companies first
Large medical device manufacturers like Medtronic, Stryker, and Becton Dickinson run structured new-grad sales programs and have established HR infrastructure for OPT work authorization. These employers process more sponsorship paperwork than smaller distributors and regional reps.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Clinical sales roles often involve a 3-to-6-month ramp period before you become productive. Tell employers your exact OPT expiration date early so they can plan around it and assess whether an H-1B visa sponsorship timeline is feasible for your situation.
Verify your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Biomedical engineering, molecular biology, and health informatics are on the STEM OPT list. If your degree qualifies, you have 36 months of total work authorization, which significantly reduces employer urgency around sponsorship and makes you a more attractive hire.
Get licensed or certified before you apply
Completing a clinical sales certification or medical device training program signals commitment and reduces onboarding costs for employers. It also demonstrates you can operate independently in hospital environments, which directly addresses a common concern about hiring new graduates.
Prepare a territory business plan for interviews
Clinical sales interviews often include a case study asking how you would build a territory from scratch. Preparing a structured 30-60-90 day plan shows strategic thinking and shifts the conversation from your visa status to your actual value as a candidate.
Clinical Sales Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Clinical Sales Specialist on OPT?
Yes, as long as your job duties are directly related to your degree field. A biomedical engineering or life sciences graduate working in clinical or medical device sales meets this requirement. If your degree is on the STEM OPT list, you may also qualify for a 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months of total work authorization.
Do Clinical Sales Specialist employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Large medical device and pharmaceutical companies frequently sponsor H-1B visas for high-performing clinical sales reps. Smaller distributors and contract sales organizations are less likely to do so. When browsing opportunities on Migrate Mate, you can filter specifically for employers who have a demonstrated history of sponsoring work visas, which saves significant time in your job search.
Does a Clinical Sales Specialist role qualify as a STEM OPT job?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in biomedical engineering, molecular biology, neuroscience, or another STEM-designated field, and your clinical sales role involves applying that technical knowledge, the position can qualify for STEM OPT. Your university's DSO makes the final determination when they issue your updated I-20, so confirm eligibility before accepting an offer.
What happens to my OPT if I change employers between Clinical Sales roles?
You can change employers on OPT, but you must report the change in your SEVIS record within 10 days and confirm the new role still relates to your degree field. There is no grace period between jobs for STEM OPT holders unless you are actively applying for the extension. Gaps in employment longer than 90 days aggregate and can violate OPT terms.
Is clinical sales experience considered relevant work for OPT purposes?
Yes, provided your clinical sales duties involve applying knowledge from your degree field. Roles requiring you to explain clinical data, support surgical procedures, or train healthcare professionals on medical devices clearly connect to a life sciences or biomedical degree. Purely transactional sales roles with no technical component are harder to justify as OPT-compliant, so review your offer letter carefully with your DSO.