Surgical Associate

Established in 1987, Pacific Medical, Inc. is a distributor of durable medical equipment; specializing in orthopedic rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, prosthetics, and orthotics. With the heart of the company dedicated to helping and serving others, we provide our services directly to the patient, medical networks, physician clinics, and offices. We are dedicated to the advancement of patient care through excellent service and product technology.

We have an immediate opportunity to join our growing company. We are currently seeking a full-time entry-level  Surgical Associate in the San Francisco area of California. This individual will be responsible for the following:


GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

• Works directly with Territory Manager/Surgical Consultant to help aid with the planning, directing, and coordination of the selling, marketing, and promotion of Stryker/biologic products and conduct sales to physicians.
• Educates and informs doctors, nurses, and appropriate staff personnel as to the proper use and maintenance of Stryker and biologic products, product functionality and updates, changes to product portfolio, and educational programs.
• Following extensive product training, the employee must be able to tailor a Stryker promotional message based upon knowledge of the customer, advise on appropriate product selection, answer customer questions about product functionality and distinguish Stryker products from those of Stryker’s competitors.
• Assists with product evaluations in OR and office settings.
•May assist in the preparation and operation of trade shows, conventions, and/or clinical meetings.
• Solves product problems for customers in an expeditious fashion.
• Managing and maintaining a sample inventory of products.
• Must understand and adhere to all OR and pertinent OSHA guidelines when conducting a product evaluation.
• Must exhibit a base understanding of computers for best utilization of Pac Med's programs.
• Must adhere rigidly to all GMP policies and procedures as stipulated by the FDA.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 0-2 years in an outside sales position (medical-related fields preferred).
• B.A. or B.S. degree required.
• Field sales training--In-field training.
• Successful completion of the in-house product training program.
• Computer training.
• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up-to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to communicate with large groups of people.
• Must be able to communicate telephonically.
• Must be able to use common office equipment (e.g. fax, modem, calculator, PC, etc.).
• Up to 20% overnight travel annually.
• Must be able to drive an automobile.
• Must be able to readily solve customer complaints and questions.
• Must have command of all products, including functionality, features, and factors that differentiate Stryker products from its competitors’ products and be able to disseminate this knowledge to the customer.
• Must be able to analyze territory market potential prioritize call patterns accordingly.

Salary Range : $55,000.00 - $65,000.00

This position is an excellent opportunity for a candidate that is self-driven/motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit that is looking to produce results in an expanding market. Candidates that apply must be hard-working, possess a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Only those with the ability to manage varying as well as scheduled tasks should apply.

All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, ER paid Life for Employee, Voluntary benefits, Medical FSA, Dependent FSA, HSA, 401k, and Goal Path Financial Wellness planning.