Trauma Sales Representative Jobs
Trauma Sales Representative jobs are open across medical device, orthopedics, and surgical supply companies, from entry-level territory rep to senior and regional sales roles, with specializations in implants, instrumentation, and biologics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Why join Stryker?
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more:US Stryker employee benefits.Stryker
Position Title: Trauma Sales Representative x 3!
Locations: We have 3 openings across multiple areas of Chicago!
- Position 1: Downtown Chicago (needs to live downtown or be open to relocate there)
- Position 2: Southern Chicago- NW Indiana area, Naperville, Elmhurst (needs to live in the downtown area or in the southern burbs to NW Indiana or be open to relocate there)
- Position 3: Northern Chicago- Park Ridge, Elgin, Lake Forest (needs to live in the Northern suburbs or be open to relocate there)
Schedule & On-Call Requirements
This position requires an on-call schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support trauma cases as they arise. While this level of availability is essential for the role, we understand it may not be suitable for every candidate. Candidates who choose not to pursue this position due to the on-call demands will not be negatively evaluated or penalized in future opportunities with our organization.
Please see the link below for more information:
Why I am Rebuilding Lives
What you will do
As a Trauma Sales Representative, you work with a high degree of intensity and commitment to sell Stryker Trauma products that meet our customers’ needs. You are responsible for becoming the resident trauma expert as you work with a sophisticated audience of surgeons and healthcare professionals. You live your work, feeding off the extreme demands of trauma, not counting hours but rather lives impacted. A person who is energized by chaos, you organize your materials and sort possible solutions quickly during operating/emergency room consultations. You take great pride in meticulously managing and maintaining your inventory of products and are prepared to assist a customer whenever the need arises. Your knowledge not only of your own products, but of competitors’ offerings, builds credibility with surgeons. They trust you to provide advice and training on products and tools used to save lives. As a Trauma Sales Representative who does what is necessary and live out your mission to change lives by selling Stryker products that are making healthcare better.
What you need
- Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years experience in a clinical healthcare or sales role (or a combination of the two)
- No sales experience required
- Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services, including marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems
- Excellent organizational skills and knowledge in the use of current office technologies (MS Office suite, databases, etc.)
- Experience in building and maintaining relationships (with surgeons & hospitals in respective areas would be beneficial)
- Must be comfortable in emergency/operating room environments
- Ability to participate in and attend sales meetings and professional association meetings outside regular business hours, as required
- Must adhere to compliance and the principles of responsibility (AdvaMed) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements, and Company’s policies and procedures
This role is 100% commission and is eligible for bonuses + benefits.
Why join Stryker?
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
Job description
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more:US Stryker employee benefits.Stryker
Position Title: Trauma Sales Representative x 3!
Locations: We have 3 openings across multiple areas of Chicago!
- Position 1: Downtown Chicago (needs to live downtown or be open to relocate there)
- Position 2: Southern Chicago- NW Indiana area, Naperville, Elmhurst (needs to live in the downtown area or in the southern burbs to NW Indiana or be open to relocate there)
- Position 3: Northern Chicago- Park Ridge, Elgin, Lake Forest (needs to live in the Northern suburbs or be open to relocate there)
Schedule & On-Call Requirements
This position requires an on-call schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support trauma cases as they arise. While this level of availability is essential for the role, we understand it may not be suitable for every candidate. Candidates who choose not to pursue this position due to the on-call demands will not be negatively evaluated or penalized in future opportunities with our organization.
Please see the link below for more information:
Why I am Rebuilding Lives
What you will do
As a Trauma Sales Representative, you work with a high degree of intensity and commitment to sell Stryker Trauma products that meet our customers’ needs. You are responsible for becoming the resident trauma expert as you work with a sophisticated audience of surgeons and healthcare professionals. You live your work, feeding off the extreme demands of trauma, not counting hours but rather lives impacted. A person who is energized by chaos, you organize your materials and sort possible solutions quickly during operating/emergency room consultations. You take great pride in meticulously managing and maintaining your inventory of products and are prepared to assist a customer whenever the need arises. Your knowledge not only of your own products, but of competitors’ offerings, builds credibility with surgeons. They trust you to provide advice and training on products and tools used to save lives. As a Trauma Sales Representative who does what is necessary and live out your mission to change lives by selling Stryker products that are making healthcare better.
What you need
- Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years experience in a clinical healthcare or sales role (or a combination of the two)
- No sales experience required
- Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services, including marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems
- Excellent organizational skills and knowledge in the use of current office technologies (MS Office suite, databases, etc.)
- Experience in building and maintaining relationships (with surgeons & hospitals in respective areas would be beneficial)
- Must be comfortable in emergency/operating room environments
- Ability to participate in and attend sales meetings and professional association meetings outside regular business hours, as required
- Must adhere to compliance and the principles of responsibility (AdvaMed) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements, and Company’s policies and procedures
This role is 100% commission and is eligible for bonuses + benefits.
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Who's Hiring
- Stryker35
- Smith+Nephew5
- MaineHealth1
- Saint Alphonsus Health System1
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trauma sales representative jobs.
- Two or more years of medical device or surgical sales experience
- Proven ability to scrub into orthopedic or trauma surgical cases
- Bachelor's degree in business, biology, or a related field
- Proficiency with CRM platforms for territory and pipeline management
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel within an assigned territory
- Orthopedic Trauma Association or CSTS certification preferred
Tips for Your Trauma Sales Representative Job Search
Get your CSTS credential before applying
The Certified Sales and Service credential signals hands-on OR fluency to trauma hiring managers. Even if a posting doesn't require it, having it puts you ahead of candidates who rely on vendor training alone.
Target postings that name your implant system
Trauma roles are won on product familiarity. When a posting names a specific system you've scrubbed in on, call that system out by name in your cover letter and opening resume bullet so the recruiter matches you immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trauma sales representative openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case-coverage story for interviews
Expect interviewers to ask you to walk through a live surgical case you supported from start to finish. Practice a concise story that covers surgeon relationship, tray management, and how you handled an intraoperative problem.
Negotiate territory scope, not just base pay
In trauma sales, territory size and account mix determine earning potential more than base salary alone. During final-round conversations, ask how many Level I trauma centers are in the territory and what the current coverage ratio looks like.
Trauma Sales Representative Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trauma sales representatives?
Stryker, Smith+Nephew, and MaineHealth are hiring the most trauma sales representatives right now, with openings concentrated in California, Arizona, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Device manufacturers expanding trauma portfolios and distributors adding coverage reps tend to post the most volume.
How many trauma sales representative jobs are remote?
About 100% of trauma sales representative openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of surgical case coverage. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work are inside sales support roles, clinical education, and regional coordination positions that do not require direct OR presence.
How do you become a trauma sales representative?
Start by building a foundation in medical device or surgical sales, ideally with exposure to an OR setting through a clinical support or associate rep role. Earn product knowledge on implant systems through manufacturer training programs, pursue credentials like the CSTS, and develop relationships with orthopedic surgeons and scrub techs who can serve as references when you pursue a full territory role.
How do you get hired as a trauma sales representative with little or no experience?
Break in by targeting associate or clinical support rep roles, which place you in the OR alongside senior reps before you carry your own territory. A background in surgical technology, athletic training, or physical therapy is a credible substitute for sales experience because it signals OR comfort and anatomy knowledge that hiring managers value in candidates who are new to the sales side.
What does the trauma sales representative interview process look like?
Most trauma sales hiring processes run three to four stages: an initial screen with a recruiter, a competency interview with the regional or district manager focused on surgical case experience and territory management, a ride-along or shadow day in the field, and a final panel that often includes a clinical director or senior sales leader. Expect scenario questions about handling a surgeon objection mid-case or recovering a stalled account.
Where can I find and apply to trauma sales representative jobs?
You can find and apply to trauma sales representative jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your product background and territory preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and location.
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