Clinical Specialist, Joint Replacement - Boulder, CO
Stryker - Boulder, CO
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Overview As a Clinical Specialist at Stryker, you will help improve orthopedic surgeries around the world and play a direct role in our mission of making healthcare better. In this role, you will build deep clinical and technical expertise across both robotic (Mako SmartRoboticsu2122) and manual orthopedic procedures. You will support surgeons in the operating room by assisting with pre-operative planning, case preparation, system setup, and real-time procedural workflows to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient outcomes. You will gain hands-on experience working with Mako technologyu2014including CT-based planning, implant sizing, registration, and intra-operative supportu2014while also developing strong competency in manual procedures, instrumentation, and OR protocols. Through shadowing experienced team members, supporting product demonstrations, and participating in labs and education programs, you will learn the systems, processes, and best practices that define world-class clinical support. This role requires adaptability, steady composure, and strong problem-solving in a fast-paced surgical environment. Because patientsu2019 needs donu2019t follow business hours, you will also participate in on-call coverage, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to ensure uninterrupted support for urgent cases and time-sensitive customer needs. What You Will Do u00b7 Gain competency in solo case coverage for manual and robotic procedures through hands-on training. u00b7 Assist surgeons with pre-operative CT-based planning, implant sizing, and positioning using advanced software. u00b7 Support full case preparation, including instrumentation checks, equipment setup, and OR readiness. u00b7 Troubleshoot technical issues confidently and efficiently in the operating room. u00b7 Learn and support workflow for daily account coordination, including inventory management and logistics. u00b7 Shadow experienced teammates to understand territory dynamics and surgeon preferences. u00b7 Participate in product demonstrations, cadaver labs, education programs, and customer training events. u00b7 Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with surgeons, OR staff, and cross-functional partners. u00b7 Manage administrative tasks related to accounts, system updates, and case documentation. u00b7 Collaborate with sales partners to ensure seamless execution and a unified customer experience. u00b7 Complete required trainings, competencies, and certifications. u00b7 Provide on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays. What You Need Minimum Required: u00b7 Bacheloru2019s degree u00b7 OR u00b7 Associate degree with 4 years of professional and/or related experience u00b7 OR u00b7 High school diploma with 6 years of professional and/or related experience Preferred: u00b7 1 year of relevant work experience. u00b7 Previous clinical experience (nursing, physical therapy, surgical technology, athletic training, personal training, medical scribing, etc.). u00b7 Extracurricular involvement such as community service, leadership organizations, or athletic teams. Additional Information u00b7 This position requires the handling of instruments that may have been contaminated by blood or bodily fluids. In compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Stryker will provide a safe working environment for all employees. u00b7 Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. u00b7 Ability to stand for extended periods. u00b7 Ability to manage stressful OR situations with professionalism and focus u00b7 Exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects. u00b7 Must have a valid driveru2019s license. u00b7 Fluency in written and spoken English required. + $64,000- $89,000salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. + Posted 12/2/25 Posted Date: 01/27/2026 This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer u2013 M/F/Veteran/Disability.
Created: 2026-01-29