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Illinois is a major hub for clinical specialist hiring, with leading employers like Abbott, Baxter International, Northwestern Medicine, and the University of Chicago Medical Center actively recruiting internationally. Chicago anchors most opportunities, but Deerfield, Waukegan, and the broader Chicagoland medical device and pharmaceutical corridor also generate consistent demand for sponsored clinical specialist roles.
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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.
Bring your talents to a leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions. Rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation, our medical technologies open doors. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Join us for a career in sales that changes lives.
Please note this territory will cover accounts in Downtown Chicago.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Provide technical, educational, operational and sales support to assist the district in meeting Cardiac Rhythm Management sales and customer service objectives. CRM seeks collaborative candidates who will meet our customer 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 action.
Clinical Specialists are required to be within their assigned territory each day to be available as unscheduled needs arise. CS’s are required to work a number of weekends and holidays during the quarter, as determined by local management. Weeknight call coverage is the primary responsibility of the Sales Rep, however, at times, business and/or geographical needs require a CS to be scheduled for weeknight coverage as approved by regional management.
To find all Cardiac Rhythm Management Clinical Specialist roles available please use #crmcs in the key word search at jobs.medtronic.com
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Technical Support:
- Successfully completes CRM Field Technical Training – including online and field-based training
- Performs checks/interrogations of all CRM medical device systems post sign-off
- Supports implants of all CRM products post sign-off
- Provides on-call support as needed on evenings and weekends post sign-off
- Provide troubleshooting support as requested
Operational Support:
- Assures completion of patient registration and any other required hospital documentation
- Helps manage consignment inventory and trunk inventory once obtained
- Provides additional inventory support to meet customer needs
- Maintains software on programmers throughout the district as directed
- Assists with managing daily coverage logistics as needed
Educational Support:
- Educates and trains physicians, hospital personnel and office staff on products or solutions for which training has been completed
- Assists with educating and training new Clinical Specialists and Sales Representatives post sign-off
Sales Support:
- Partners with DSM, Sales Reps and DM to learn market dynamics and local customer motivations and needs; has a basic understanding of how Medtronic CRM products and solutions offer value to the customer
- Assists with obtaining customer POs throughout the quarter
- Has a basic understanding of the competitive landscape
- Independently identifies customer needs and opportunities and provides feedback to Sales Rep(s) to support sales objectives
Ongoing Technical Development:
- Stays up to date on new products, solutions, and patient management offerings
- Completes all assigned training in a timely manner
MUST HAVE - MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME
- High School Diploma PLUS a minimum 4 years of work experience in healthcare, field sales or work experience utilizing complex mathematics, mechanical concepts, science or computing
- OR
- Associate degree PLUS a minimum 2 years of work experience in the healthcare, field sales or work experience utilizing complex mathematics, mechanical concepts, science or computing
- OR
- Bachelor’s Degree
NICE TO HAVE - DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.A./B.S. Degree in nursing, life sciences, biomedical engineering
- Cath Lab, EP Lab, hospital/clinic or cardiology experience
- Experience teaching and educating medical personnel, peers and technical support personnel
- Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology and the medical device industry
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proven ability to build/maintain positive relationships with peers and colleagues across organization levels
- Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to coordinate/participate in numerous tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment in an organized manner while meeting deadlines
- Strong work ethic in accomplishing objectives of the position
- Expertise with Microsoft tools and other business applications (i.e., SalesForce.com)
- Ability to meet vendor credentialing requirements
- IBHRE certification (below Prin level – required for Prin level)
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.
- Frequent required travel to customer clinics, hospitals and offsite meetings. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile
- Continuous verbal and written communication
- Frequent 2-handed lifting of up to 40 lbs. from floor to chair/table and from one to another surface at approximately the same level
- Sitting, standing and/or walking for up to eight plus hours per day
- Environmental exposures include eye protection, infectious disease and radiation
- Ability to wear 7-9 lbs of lead for extended periods of time while in the O.R.
- Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls
- Ability to effectively use a mobile phone, PC, keyboard and mouse
- Frequent bending/stooping, squatting and balance
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in relation to travel and operating a personal computer
- Must be able to drive approximately 80% of the time within assigned territory.
- Clinical Specialists are required to be within their assigned territory each day to be available as unscheduled needs arise. CS’s are required to work a number of weekends and holidays during the quarter, as determined by local management. Weeknight call coverage is the primary responsibility of the Sales Rep, however, at times, business and/or geographical needs require a CS to be scheduled for weeknight coverage as approved by regional management.
- Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application.
Travel Requirements:
- Minimum travel of 10%
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.
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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): $67,000.00 - $79,000.00
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.
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.
Clinical Specialist Job Roles in Illinois
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Which companies sponsor visas for clinical specialists in Illinois?
Abbott Laboratories, Baxter International, Medline Industries, Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and the University of Chicago Medicine are among the Illinois employers with documented H-1B visa sponsorship histories for clinical specialist roles. Medical device companies concentrated in the northern suburbs, particularly around Deerfield and Lake County, also regularly file sponsorship petitions for clinical and field specialist positions.
Which visa types are most common for clinical specialist roles in Illinois?
The H-1B is the most common visa for clinical specialists in Illinois, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as nursing, biomedical science, or a related clinical discipline. Candidates with advanced clinical credentials may also qualify under the O-1A for extraordinary ability, while those completing U.S. graduate programs may bridge with OPT or STEM OPT before employer H-1B sponsorship.
Which cities in Illinois have the most clinical specialist sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the largest share of clinical specialist sponsorship activity in Illinois, driven by its concentration of academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and corporate headquarters. The northern suburban corridor, including Deerfield, Waukegan, and Mundelein, is a secondary cluster due to the density of medical device and pharmaceutical companies headquartered there. Peoria and Springfield see more limited but consistent demand from regional health systems.
How to find clinical specialist visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates and filters clinical specialist roles in Illinois by visa sponsorship willingness, saving significant research time. Beyond browsing Migrate Mate, targeting employers with established H-1B filing histories in Illinois, such as Abbott and Northwestern Medicine, increases your odds. Tailoring your application to highlight clinical certifications and degree alignment with the posted specialty strengthens sponsorship cases considerably.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for clinical specialist visa sponsorship?
Illinois requires H-1B employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for the specific clinical specialist occupation and location, determined by Department of Labor guidelines that account for the Chicago metropolitan area's wage levels. Illinois also has a strong network of research universities, including the University of Illinois system, that produce clinical talent and sometimes offer OPT pipelines into full-time sponsored roles at affiliated medical institutions and industry partners.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored clinical specialist jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.