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Interventional Specialist roles in medical devices and cardiovascular care are strong fits for F-1 OPT students with degrees in biomedical engineering, nursing, or life sciences. Most positions involve hands-on clinical support, making STEM OPT extension eligibility dependent on your specific degree and employer classification.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.
About us:
Nevro is a Globus Medical company. We move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the physicians and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.
Position Summary:
The Associate Interventional Specialist will work together with the District Sales Manager and will have territory coverage, inventory management, and sales responsibilities. The Associate Interventional Specialist will represent the company in accordance with the company’s quality policy and procedures.
Essential Functions:
- Gains and consistently increases product knowledge through formal sales training; physician speaker programs, attends surgeries/procedures, and industry research
- Meeting or exceeds all sales goals and objectives assigned to grow the business with current and new customers in the territory
- Responsible for managing/servicing specified target accounts designated by the District Sales Manager
- Conducts sales calls to promote, sells, and services Nevro products and services to existing and competitive customers based on a strategic plan
- Provide clinical support for customers (programming, reprogramming, educating customers and patients, case coverage, etc.)
- Assists the District Sales Manager on field calls for assigned geography and address problems that arise on the account
- Performs field ride along with the Area Director and District Sales Manager on a regular basis
- Develops and increases customer base and continually enhances Nevro product market share within assigned territory
- Plans, coordinates, and executes local educational and sales events, with the support of other internal resources, intended to augment the business and help to achieve assigned sales goals
- Provides feedback regularly on topics such as product development opportunities, new target accounts, sales performance, and market feedback
- Maintains conduct that is aligned with company quality policy and procedures, and protects confidentiality with proprietary information
- Stays current with all compliance training requirements
- Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies. Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
- Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years’ successful spinal cord stimulation or interventional spine sales experience preferred, may consider other healthcare related sales and or business to business sales experience
- Bachelor’s degree
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record per company policy, and active vehicle insurance policy
- Exemplary ability to listen, communicate and influence
- Ability to travel as necessary, which may include nights and/or weekends
- Strong understanding of spinal anatomy
- Ability to make sales presentations with positive results
Physical Demands:
The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Required to possess specific vision abilities, including: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.
Our Values:
Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.
- Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
- Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
- Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
- Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.
About us:
Nevro is a Globus Medical company. We move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the physicians and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.
Position Summary:
The Associate Interventional Specialist will work together with the District Sales Manager and will have territory coverage, inventory management, and sales responsibilities. The Associate Interventional Specialist will represent the company in accordance with the company’s quality policy and procedures.
Essential Functions:
- Gains and consistently increases product knowledge through formal sales training; physician speaker programs, attends surgeries/procedures, and industry research
- Meeting or exceeds all sales goals and objectives assigned to grow the business with current and new customers in the territory
- Responsible for managing/servicing specified target accounts designated by the District Sales Manager
- Conducts sales calls to promote, sells, and services Nevro products and services to existing and competitive customers based on a strategic plan
- Provide clinical support for customers (programming, reprogramming, educating customers and patients, case coverage, etc.)
- Assists the District Sales Manager on field calls for assigned geography and address problems that arise on the account
- Performs field ride along with the Area Director and District Sales Manager on a regular basis
- Develops and increases customer base and continually enhances Nevro product market share within assigned territory
- Plans, coordinates, and executes local educational and sales events, with the support of other internal resources, intended to augment the business and help to achieve assigned sales goals
- Provides feedback regularly on topics such as product development opportunities, new target accounts, sales performance, and market feedback
- Maintains conduct that is aligned with company quality policy and procedures, and protects confidentiality with proprietary information
- Stays current with all compliance training requirements
- Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies. Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
- Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years’ successful spinal cord stimulation or interventional spine sales experience preferred, may consider other healthcare related sales and or business to business sales experience
- Bachelor’s degree
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record per company policy, and active vehicle insurance policy
- Exemplary ability to listen, communicate and influence
- Ability to travel as necessary, which may include nights and/or weekends
- Strong understanding of spinal anatomy
- Ability to make sales presentations with positive results
Physical Demands:
The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Required to possess specific vision abilities, including: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.
Our Values:
Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.
- Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
- Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
- Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
- Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Interventional Specialist
Confirm your STEM OPT eligibility early
Interventional Specialist roles may or may not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Verify that your degree program appears on the STEM designated degree program list before accepting an offer to avoid a work authorization gap.
Target medical device companies with established OPT processes
Large medical device manufacturers like Medtronic, Abbott, and Boston Scientific regularly hire on OPT and understand the sponsorship timeline. Smaller distributors often lack HR infrastructure to manage work authorization, so prioritize employers with dedicated immigration support.
Apply before your OPT start date
Hiring timelines for clinical roles often include background checks and credentialing, which add two to four weeks beyond a standard offer process. Start applying at least three months before your OPT authorization begins to align your start date accurately.
Clarify H-1B sponsorship intentions before accepting
Ask directly during the offer stage whether the employer sponsors H-1B visas. Some medical device companies sponsor only for engineering roles, not field sales or clinical specialist positions. Get clarity in writing so you can plan beyond your OPT period.
Highlight clinical certifications alongside your degree
Certifications like BLS, ACLS, or product-specific training from manufacturers strengthen your profile and demonstrate readiness for unsupervised field work. Employers sponsoring OPT want confidence you can operate independently within your authorized employment period.
Track your OPT end date against your training timeline
Many Interventional Specialist roles include a six to twelve month ramp period before full territory independence. Communicate your OPT timeline to hiring managers upfront so onboarding plans align with your work authorization window and H-1B filing deadlines.
Interventional Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Interventional Specialists?
Yes. F-1 students on post-completion OPT can work as Interventional Specialists provided the role is directly related to their degree field. A biomedical engineering or life sciences degree typically satisfies this requirement. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your specific degree program appears on the STEM designated degree list and whether the employer meets E-Verify enrollment requirements.
Do Interventional Specialist jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
It varies by employer. Medical device companies with large clinical teams, such as Medtronic, Abbott, or Stryker, have established H-1B sponsorship programs. Smaller regional distributors or independent sales organizations rarely sponsor. When searching on Migrate Mate, you can filter specifically for employers who have a verified sponsorship history, which significantly narrows your list to realistic opportunities.
Does an Interventional Specialist role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Only if your underlying degree is classified as a STEM field under the Department of Homeland Security's designated degree program list. Degrees in biomedical engineering, medical technology, or biological sciences often qualify. A nursing or health administration degree may not. Your Designated School Official can confirm whether your degree CIP code qualifies before you rely on the 24-month extension in your job search.
What happens if my OPT expires before my employer files an H-1B?
If your OPT expires before your H-1B petition is filed or takes effect, you lose work authorization and must stop working immediately. STEM OPT students whose H-1B is filed before their OPT end date may receive an automatic cap-gap extension through September 30 of that year. Planning your job search to align offer timing with the April H-1B filing window is essential for maintaining continuous work authorization.
Are there geographic restrictions on where OPT students can work as Interventional Specialists?
OPT authorization is not geographically restricted, but Interventional Specialist roles are territory-based, meaning your assigned region is part of your employment. If you relocate or your territory changes significantly, notify your Designated School Official and update your SEVIS record. Working outside your authorized employer or role type without updating SEVIS can jeopardize your immigration status, even if the work itself is within the same company.