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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
CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES - POSITION DESCRIPTION:
To manage the achievement of unit and revenue goals for CRM (Cardiac Rhythm Management) products in an assigned district. To assist the district and region in achieving overall cardiovascular sales and marketing objectives. CVG seeks candidates who will meet our customers’ expectations by striving without reserve for the greatest possible reliability and quality in our products, processes and systems by being accountable, having a voice, and taking prompt action.
CRM District Managers must have the ability to work and/or travel outside of normal business hours, including evening and weekends. Location for this role: San Diego. Candidates must reside within the assigned territory and be able to travel to multiple customer accounts throughout the district; a valid driver's license and active insurance is required for this role. In addition, the final candidate must have a driving record that meets company standards.
The Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) portfolio delivers therapies designed to restore, support, and protect every heartbeat through advanced pacing, defibrillation, and remote monitoring solutions. CRM's unique ability to pair proven life-saving therapies with intelligent technology gives clinicians and patients greater confidence. Clinical impact and innovation come together to improve lives through meaningful patient outcomes.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement strategies to achieve short and long-term business objectives: 10%
- Conduct field visits and individual or group meetings and telephone contacts to: 60%
- Train and develop employees in sales skills, product knowledge, teamwork, time and territory management, competitive knowledge, and career goals pursuits
- Coordinate sales efforts
- Communicate corporate, divisional, regional and/or district mission, goals and activities
- Direct and motivate personnel to achieve unit and revenue goals
- Provide ongoing feedback/coaching and regularly schedule performance reviews. Implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Assist employees with individual development plans (IDPs)
- Apply customer focused quality (CFQ) concepts
- Provide overall management of district assets including:
- Developing and managing budgets and forecasts
- Ensuring efficient, effective use of inventory and expenses
- Negotiating and resolving price and contract issues (with reps, accounts, regional management and home office personnel): 10%
- Coordinate efforts with sales reps and managers of other product lines to diversify and maximize overall Medtronic teamwork results: 10%
- Develop ethical, long-term customer relationships and represent Medtronic management to customers: 10%
- Recruit and interview candidates to maintain strong personnel "bench," hire top candidates for open positions, and meet workplace diversity goals: 5%
- Provide feedback of marketing intelligence to sales and marketing management: 5%
- Perform job duties that require extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday up to 8 hours a day.
- Operate safely in clinical environments that may require the use of personal protective equipment and exposure to infectious diseases or radiation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree AND 5 years of Medical Device sales.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference will be given to local qualified candidates and candidates with Medtronic experience.
- Successful medical sales record, preferably with pacing or stent products.
- Experience with sales and personnel management functions.
- Knowledge of pacing or interventional cardiology customer base.
- Additional experience in marketing, training, technical services or related areas.
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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.
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.
- Able to lift 20 pounds.
- Extended periods of time doing computer-based work.
- Hearing, sight and speaking ability.
- Ability to use computers.
- Ability to travel extensively by car and plane. Must have valid driver’s license for state of residency and active vehicle insurance policy.
- Sitting, standing 8 hours/day.
- Wear lead apron for long periods of time (2-3hrs on average).
- Ability to operate a moving vehicle.
- Ability to work in Cath Labs and or O.R. with radiation exposure.
- Ability to conduct company business outside of the typical Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, work schedule.
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. Learn more about our benefits here.
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 on page 6 here.
The provided base salary range is used nationally. The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.
ABOUT MEDTRONIC
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We can accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations – but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.
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.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
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.
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.
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): USA: $125,000.00 - $125,000.00
This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. 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).
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.
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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a CRM Specialist
Lead with platform certifications
Salesforce, HubSpot, and Microsoft Dynamics certifications signal job-ready skills immediately. Hiring managers for CRM roles prioritize demonstrated platform expertise. Earning at least one certification before applying gives your application a concrete advantage over candidates without verified credentials.
Target companies with existing CRM infrastructure
Mid-size and enterprise companies already running Salesforce or HubSpot orgs need specialists to manage and optimize them. These employers are more likely to sponsor OPT because onboarding someone into an existing system requires institutional knowledge that takes months to build.
Quantify your CRM impact in your resume
Vague claims like 'managed customer data' don't stand out. Frame your experience around outcomes: retention rate improvements, pipeline accuracy, or campaign conversion lifts. Hiring managers in CRM roles respond to candidates who understand that the work is measurable.
Check whether your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Information systems, computer science, and some business analytics degrees qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you 36 months total. That extended runway meaningfully changes how sponsors view the H-1B visa timeline risk and often makes employers more willing to hire.
Engage your DSO early about authorization timing
Your OPT authorization must be active before your start date. CRM roles often move quickly from offer to start. Work with your Designated School Official well in advance to confirm your EAD card arrival timeline won't create a gap between your offer acceptance and first day.
Position data skills alongside CRM experience
CRM Specialists who can write basic SQL queries, build reports in Tableau, or manage API integrations are harder to replace. Highlighting these adjacent skills signals growth potential, which matters to employers weighing the long-term investment of sponsoring an OPT employee toward H-1B.
CRM Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a CRM Specialist on F-1 OPT?
Yes. CRM Specialist roles qualify as practical training directly related to degrees in marketing, business, information systems, or computer science. Your OPT Employment Authorization Document authorizes you to work for any employer in a role that relates to your field of study. You don't need employer sponsorship to begin working during your OPT period, but your job must align with your degree.
Do CRM Specialist jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and enterprise companies with active Salesforce or HubSpot environments. CRM Specialist is a recognized specialty occupation because the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Employers who have already invested in training you on their CRM systems have a strong incentive to sponsor your H-1B rather than restart that process with a new hire. Browse OPT-friendly CRM roles on Migrate Mate to find employers open to sponsorship.
Does a CRM Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a degree in information systems, computer science, business analytics, or another STEM-designated field, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension regardless of whether your role is called CRM Specialist. The extension is tied to your CIP code. Confirm your degree's STEM eligibility with your DSO before assuming you qualify.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my employer files an H-1B petition?
If you have an approved STEM OPT extension, you're covered during the H-1B cap-gap period as long as your employer files a timely H-1B petition before the April 1 filing window. If you're on standard OPT without a STEM extension, your authorized stay ends when your EAD expires. Plan your job search timeline carefully and discuss the H-1B filing schedule with your employer before accepting an offer.
Are CRM Specialist roles available at companies that sponsor OPT students?
Yes, and the pool is larger than many students expect. Companies across SaaS, e-commerce, financial services, and healthcare rely on CRM systems and regularly hire OPT students for these roles. The key is finding employers who have sponsored before and understand the work authorization process. Migrate Mate filters jobs by OPT sponsorship availability, so you can focus your search on employers already open to hiring F-1 students.