Associate Sales Representative, Cranial and Spinal Technologies (CST) - Denver, CO

June 4, 2026

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We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 10 Jun 2026 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.<h1>A Day in the Life</h1>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. As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.Our Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) Operating Unit develops and delivers an integrated ecosystem of spinal implants, navigation and robotic guidance systems, advanced imaging, and data-driven planning tools for complex spine and cranial procedures. Platforms such as AiBLE™ connect these technologies to enhance surgical precision, streamline workflows, and support improved patient outcomes across the globe.Check us out on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/medtronic-brain-and-spine-therapies/posts/?feedView=all" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medtronic CST</a>At Medtronic, the Associate Sales Representative, CST participates in a 12-month training cohort and completes an immersive onboarding and product training program to develop a strong understanding of Medtronic’s CST product portfolio and AiBLE ecosystem. The Associate Representative provides day-to-day support for district and territory sales activities, including case coverage, inventory coordination, and participation in surgical enabling technologies.This role is designed as a structured development pathway, with eligibility to apply for a full Sales Representative position upon successful completion of training milestones, achievement of performance objectives, and demonstration of field readiness.This is a field-based role that requires 50% travel within the region. .Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:<ul><li>Attend all assigned trainings and complete required training protocols</li><li>Maintain, manage, and track consignment and loaner inventory</li><li>Provide territory case coverage and support surgical procedures</li><li>Prepare and submit required documentation to the District Sales Manager</li><li>Support sales efforts by soliciting orders from current and prospective customers</li><li>Identify and pursue new customer opportunities in alignment with direction from the District Sales Manager</li><li>Address customer concerns in accordance with Medtronic CST policies and escalate issues as appropriate</li><li>Attend and participate in sales meetings, trainings, and industry events as directed</li><li>Identify selling opportunities and collaborate with the team to drive growth within assigned accounts</li><li>Ensure compliance with all Medtronic CST policies and procedures</li><li>Maintain flexibility to support business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required</li><li>Field-based role with travel up to 50% within the region, including periodic overnight stays within the district</li><li>Relocation at the end of the program may be required to fill an open sales role</li></ul>We are committed to building a workforce that brings together a broad range of perspectives and experiences at every level. This approach fuels innovation and helps us remain an industry leader—that’s why we focus on attracting and developing employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and deeply connected to the needs of the patients we serve.To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic, <a href="https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/our-impact/inclusion-diversity-equity.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here</a>. <h1>Qualifications </h1><h2>Must Have: Minimum Requirements </h2>To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.<ul><li>High School Diploma (or equivalent) AND 4+ yearsof relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences; or</li><li>Associates Degree AND 2+ years of relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences; or</li><li>Bachelor’s Degree</li></ul><h2>Nice to Have: Preferences</h2><ul><li>Medical or B2B Sales Experience</li><li>Ability to work in an operating room setting</li><li>Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule</li><li>Excellent organizational and time-management skills</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment</li></ul> <h2>Additional Job Requirements:</h2><ul><li>Travel is required</li><li>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. </li><li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile</li><li>Required to interact with a computer for extended periods of time, and communicate with peers and co-workers</li><li>Regularly required to talk or hear</li><li>Occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms</li><li>Regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls</li><li>Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds</li><li>Specific vision abilities required by this job involve normal vision</li></ul>**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. #LI-MDTFor 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.Physical Job RequirementsThe 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.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. Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued. <h1>Benefits & Compensation </h1>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):$57,600.00 - $86,400.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).<h2></h2><h2></h2>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. Further details are available at the link below:<a href="https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page_name=signon&co_num=30601&co_affid=medtronic" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medtronic benefits and compensation plans</a><h1>About Medtronic</h1><h1></h1>We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity <a href="http://www.medtronic.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.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.<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>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 <a href="https://www.medtronic.com/content/dam/medtronic-wide/public/united-states/employee-support-services/careers/la-county-legal-notice.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a> 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.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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