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INTRODUCTION
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
ROLE
Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a Field Clinical Specialist - Shockwave Medical to join our team located in Virginia Tidewater. Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Ready to join a team that’s pioneering the development and commercialization of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) to treat complex calcified cardiovascular disease? Our Shockwave Medical portfolio aims to establish a new standard of care for medical device treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease through its differentiated and proprietary local delivery of sonic pressure waves for the treatment of calcified plaque.
Essential Job Functions
- Physician and hospital staff training, and procedural case coverage to ensure the safe and effective use of medical devices.
- Effectively meet the needs of internal and external customers with a sense of urgency and drive.
- Present clinical study training materials based on investigational plans to support the safe and effective use of medical devices, including study protocol, instructions for use, core lab manuals and case report forms.
- Manage key study investigators; foster and maintain strong relationships through direct interactions with medical advisors and clinical leaders.
- Partner with other clinical research colleagues to meet business needs in the field including site re-training, data collection for timely database locks and resolution of critical issues.
- Administrative activities including training to procedures, manage territory travel and budgets.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in business, science, nursing or related fields, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience directly supporting interventional or surgical procedures within a hospital setting OR, 1 year of industry, hospital-based life sciences, sales support experience. Cardiovascular industry experience preferred but not required.
- Working knowledge of clinical research, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials.
- A history of effective collaboration with regulatory agencies through clinical studies and market releases.
- Product knowledge including product vigilance and medical device reporting.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Computer skills (MS Office products, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.).
- Finance and budgeting knowledge.
- Good prioritization and organizational skills.
- Excellent critical thinking skills.
- Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
- High energy and results-oriented individual who is mature and successful in a business environment and is skilled in motivating and inspiring people.
- Entrepreneurial “hands-on” experience. Pro-active and “can do” attitude.
- Ability to consider and accept feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement.
- Works effectively on cross-functional teams. Demonstrated willingness to make decisions and to take responsibility for such.
- Effective written, verbal and presentation skills with all levels of customers and management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Operate as a team and/or independently while demonstrating flexibility to changing requirements.
- There may be continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day).
- Significant travel >50% of time requiring the employee to be effective in a remote manner. Employee may be required to lift objects up to 40lbs or more. Employees will be required to work in an air conditioned office space and possibly perform some tasks in our non-temperature controlled warehouse space.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Case Coordination
- Case Management
- Case Processing
- Clinical Services
- Training Customers
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Business Behavior
- Communication
- Consulting
- Cross-Selling
- Customer Centricity
- Customer Effort Score
- Customer Retentions
- Execution Focus
- Goal Attainment
- Hospital Operations
- Innovation
- Market Research
- Medicines and Device Development and Regulation
- Sales
- Solutions Selling
- Sustainable Procurement
- Vendor Selection
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $79,000.00 - $126,500.00
ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION FOR PAY TRANSPARENCY
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
BENEFITS
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
- Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado – 48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – 56 hours per calendar year
- Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
- Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
- Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
- Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
- Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
LOCATION
All Job Posting Locations: Norfolk, Virginia, United States, Santa Clara, California, United States of America, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

INTRODUCTION
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
ROLE
Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a Field Clinical Specialist - Shockwave Medical to join our team located in Virginia Tidewater. Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Ready to join a team that’s pioneering the development and commercialization of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) to treat complex calcified cardiovascular disease? Our Shockwave Medical portfolio aims to establish a new standard of care for medical device treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease through its differentiated and proprietary local delivery of sonic pressure waves for the treatment of calcified plaque.
Essential Job Functions
- Physician and hospital staff training, and procedural case coverage to ensure the safe and effective use of medical devices.
- Effectively meet the needs of internal and external customers with a sense of urgency and drive.
- Present clinical study training materials based on investigational plans to support the safe and effective use of medical devices, including study protocol, instructions for use, core lab manuals and case report forms.
- Manage key study investigators; foster and maintain strong relationships through direct interactions with medical advisors and clinical leaders.
- Partner with other clinical research colleagues to meet business needs in the field including site re-training, data collection for timely database locks and resolution of critical issues.
- Administrative activities including training to procedures, manage territory travel and budgets.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in business, science, nursing or related fields, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience directly supporting interventional or surgical procedures within a hospital setting OR, 1 year of industry, hospital-based life sciences, sales support experience. Cardiovascular industry experience preferred but not required.
- Working knowledge of clinical research, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials.
- A history of effective collaboration with regulatory agencies through clinical studies and market releases.
- Product knowledge including product vigilance and medical device reporting.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Computer skills (MS Office products, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.).
- Finance and budgeting knowledge.
- Good prioritization and organizational skills.
- Excellent critical thinking skills.
- Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
- High energy and results-oriented individual who is mature and successful in a business environment and is skilled in motivating and inspiring people.
- Entrepreneurial “hands-on” experience. Pro-active and “can do” attitude.
- Ability to consider and accept feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement.
- Works effectively on cross-functional teams. Demonstrated willingness to make decisions and to take responsibility for such.
- Effective written, verbal and presentation skills with all levels of customers and management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Operate as a team and/or independently while demonstrating flexibility to changing requirements.
- There may be continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day).
- Significant travel >50% of time requiring the employee to be effective in a remote manner. Employee may be required to lift objects up to 40lbs or more. Employees will be required to work in an air conditioned office space and possibly perform some tasks in our non-temperature controlled warehouse space.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Case Coordination
- Case Management
- Case Processing
- Clinical Services
- Training Customers
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Business Behavior
- Communication
- Consulting
- Cross-Selling
- Customer Centricity
- Customer Effort Score
- Customer Retentions
- Execution Focus
- Goal Attainment
- Hospital Operations
- Innovation
- Market Research
- Medicines and Device Development and Regulation
- Sales
- Solutions Selling
- Sustainable Procurement
- Vendor Selection
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $79,000.00 - $126,500.00
ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION FOR PAY TRANSPARENCY
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
BENEFITS
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
- Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado – 48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – 56 hours per calendar year
- Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
- Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
- Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
- Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
- Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
LOCATION
All Job Posting Locations: Norfolk, Virginia, United States, Santa Clara, California, United States of America, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Specialist
Target medical device and pharmaceutical companies
Companies like Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson, and Abbott regularly sponsor Clinical Specialists. They need your expertise for product training, clinical trials, and regulatory compliance work.
Emphasize your specialized clinical knowledge
Document your specific therapeutic area expertise, certifications, and advanced training. USCIS looks for specialized knowledge that goes beyond general nursing or clinical practice.
Consider academic medical centers
Teaching hospitals and university medical centers often sponsor Clinical Specialists for research roles. They're cap-exempt, meaning no H-1B lottery if you qualify.
Highlight your regulatory and compliance experience
Clinical Specialists who understand FDA regulations, clinical trial protocols, and quality assurance are highly valued by pharmaceutical and medical device companies seeking sponsorship candidates.
Network through professional medical associations
Join organizations like AACN or specialty-specific groups. Many Clinical Specialist positions requiring sponsorship are filled through professional networks rather than public job postings.
Consider contracting firms as entry points
Healthcare staffing companies often sponsor Clinical Specialists for contract positions with major medical companies. This can lead to direct hire opportunities later.
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What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Clinical Specialist?
You typically need a bachelor's degree in nursing, life sciences, or a related clinical field. Many positions prefer a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or clinical specialty certifications. The degree must relate directly to the clinical specialty area you'll be working in, as USCIS requires this connection for specialty occupation approval.
Which companies sponsor Clinical Specialists for work visas?
Medical device companies (Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Abbott), pharmaceutical firms (Pfizer, Novartis, Merck), healthcare technology startups, and academic medical centers regularly sponsor Clinical Specialists. Contract staffing companies like Maxim Healthcare and AMN Healthcare also provide visa sponsorship for temporary assignments that often convert to permanent roles.
Can Clinical Specialists get O-1 visas instead of H-1B?
Yes, if you have extraordinary ability in clinical practice, research, or healthcare innovation. You'd need evidence like published clinical research, speaking engagements at medical conferences, clinical excellence awards, or recognition for developing new treatment protocols. O-1 has no cap or lottery, unlike H-1B.
Do Clinical Specialist roles qualify as specialty occupations?
Most Clinical Specialist positions qualify because they require specialized clinical knowledge, advanced degrees, and specific certifications. However, basic patient care roles may not qualify. The position must require specialized knowledge in areas like clinical research, medical device expertise, or advanced therapeutic protocols to meet USCIS specialty occupation criteria.
What's the approval rate for Clinical Specialist H-1B petitions?
Clinical Specialist H-1B petitions have relatively high approval rates when properly documented, typically 85-90%. The key is demonstrating that your role requires specialized clinical expertise beyond general nursing practice. Detailed job descriptions emphasizing clinical research, regulatory compliance, or medical device specialization help ensure approval.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Clinical Specialist jobs?
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.
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