Therapy Development Specialist, Pelvic Health - San Jose, CA

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 19 Dec 2025

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

Medtronic Pelvic Health provides therapies that treat patients suffering from overactive bladder, non-obstructive urinary retention and fecal incontinence with our sacral neuromodulation (SNM) systems InterStim X™️ and InterStim™️ Micro; and our percutaneous tibial neuromodulation (PTNM) system NURO™️. More than 400 million people worldwide have incontinence, and many of them limit their lives socially, professionally and personally because of their condition. Our goal is to expand access to our therapies, and introduce new therapies, so we can potentially help millions of people get their lives back.

As a Pelvic Health Therapy Development Specialist, you will play a critical role in the successful introduction and adoption of new OAB (overactive bladder) therapies. You will provide in-depth technical support and guidance to help HCP teams build confidence, capability and belief in our innovative new therapies. The ideal candidate will be energized by the opportunity to partner with HCPs to offer new therapies and motivated to expand access for patients. You will possess a strong background in medical device technology, possess product and procedure expertise, therapy development experience, a strong track record of agility and adaptability to learn, and the ability to manage and collaborate with complex stakeholders and build effective working relationships.

This role will require 70+% travel within the assigned district and potentially outside of the district as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

Therapy Implementation

Own the customer implementation process and procedural success metrics to drive adoption of new Pelvic Health therapies within targeted accounts.Set a strong foundation for customer and procedural independence and program growth

Guide medical professionalsto safely and effectively use new therapies including, but not limited to, implant and technologies that enable procedure success.Provide education and technical support to HCPs to enhance their understanding, usage, and long-term adoption of new therapies

Identify implementation and broader adoption challenges and determine the most appropriate avenue for resolution

Conduct reviews with HCP teams to provide metrics on implementation status, discuss successes and address any challenges.Gather and analyze feedback from physicians and clinician teams to identify areas for improvement, optimization, and long-term adoption

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and product development, to ensure a successful product launch

Market Development

Partner with District Manager, Marketing, Medical Education and Field Market Development to identify current and future needs related to procedure market development at targeted accounts

Develop and execute therapydevelopment plans for each target accountto support sustained adoption

Customer Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with HCP and staff at supported sites

Act as a liaison between the company and healthcare provider teams to address any concerns or questions related to new products

Case Coverage

Provide on-site technical support during initialprocedures to ensure the proper use

Assist physicians and clinical staff with technical guidance and troubleshooting during procedures

Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and guidelines during product usage in the OR / ASC / Office

​ Clinical expertise

Stay up to date on latest clinical publications

Attend at least 1 physician training – potentially supports cadaver portion of that training

In accordance with applicable Medtronic policies and procedures, share new support materials (e.g. case publications, case libraries, etc.) with HCPs

Share insights and best practices with internal teams

Continuous Improvement

Stay updated on the latest advancements in relevant technology and surgical techniques

Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge

Contribute to the continuous improvement of training programs and technical support processes

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Biomedical Engineering, Nursing, or a related healthcare discipline)

5+ years of experience in a clinical or medical device environment, with a focus on physician training and OR technical product support

Willingness to travel extensively to provide on-site technical support - Assigned to a district but will also cover educational opportunities at society meetings, trade shows, new hire sales training, and other customer events

Preferred Qualifications :

​ Advanced degree or certification in a relevant field

​Experience with product launch and market introduction of medical devices

Proven track record of successful physician training and / or case coverage

Strong understanding of surgical procedures and medical device technology

Confidence to provide physician constructive feedback to improve performance

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional partners to assess and address barriers to full adoption

Ability to manage change in a way that reduces the concern experienced by others

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.

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) : 125000-125000The 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, andSimple 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), andCapital 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.

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