Cardiac Medical Device Sales Representative

John Griffith

Cardiac Medical Device Sales Representative

Abbott Laboratories

Job Description

Responsible to sell cardiac devices such as coronary stents, guidewires, and Intravascular imaging directly to Interventional Cardiologists and assist them during certain procedures by providing clinical support and product recommendations for patients suffering from Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiovascular disease. 

Education and Training

Minimum Bachelor's degree; MBA is a plus. Biology or science degree is helpful but not required. 

Wages

Starting 100k+, 5+ years 175-250k+

Career Projection

Very high demand and ultra competitive. To break into medical device sales most companies require at minimum two years of B2B sales experience and track record of success. Healthcare industry is recession proof so it's always growing. 

Job Highlights

Being someone behind the scenes during the procedures and seeing patient's lives change due to the devices that improve overall quality of life. Very fast paced environment and every day is different which makes it exciting. 

Job Challenges

High-level conversations regarding treating patients with medical doctors, can be high stress at times during challenging procedures. Continuously asked to exceed sales targets every quarter. Troubleshooting product/customer concerns. 

Advice

Strive to be the best in your current role, network with others currently in the field and ask for advice on how to break into the industry. Always ask for the job during the interview!