Full-Time

Vascular Clinical Specialist

Posted on 12/20/2024

Penumbra Inc

Penumbra Inc

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops medical devices for vascular conditions

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$70k - $115kAnnually

+ Competitive Compensation Package + Sales Incentive Program

Mid, Senior

Grand Prairie, TX, USA

Candidates must reside within the Dallas-Fort Worth area; relocation expenditures will not be provided.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Requires Bachelor’s degree in communications, neuroscience, biology or related discipline, plus additional training and certification in radiology, neuro-interventional technology, or related field with 3+ years’ experience in a hospital setting or in a medical device company, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Sales or marketing background desired
  • Strong clinical, technical, and organizational skills
  • Ability to function in a busy, demanding, and competitive environment
  • Strong oral, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments while handling various projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
  • Work with Regional Sales Manager and team members to develop and implement a regional plan aimed at increasing market share and improving quality of service to customers.
  • Establish a system of communication with Regional Sales Manager and Territory Managers to ensure proper execution of plan and achievement of quarterly objectives.
  • Develop relationships with hospital personnel to expand contacts in other departments, identify key decision makers and facilitate future sales.
  • Meet with existing and potential customers to identify their clinical needs, goals and constraints related to patient care, and to demonstrate how Company products can help them achieve their goals.
  • Educate existing and potential customers on the merits and proper clinical use of Company products by giving presentations and demonstrations, using slides, flow model, brochures and other platforms and formats.
  • Keep customers abreast of the latest product, therapy, and technology developments, and current items of interest in the industry.
  • Assist in professional education activities sponsored by Penumbra, including PEER meetings, hospital stroke symposia, and others.
  • Assist in training new employees, including Territory Managers and Clinical Specialists.
  • Participate in the development of Continuing Education Programs.
  • Serve as primary resource for clinical support in the areas of procedural case coverage, basic troubleshooting, and follow-up for Company products.
  • Report and track all product incidents at centers, following Company procedures and seeking input from appropriate personnel to resolve problems.
  • Respond to customer needs and complaints by developing creative solutions, working in collaboration with senior management, sales, and marketing.
  • Prospect and develop relationships with prospective customers and/or users of Penumbra products, converting them to Penumbra customers.
  • Secure and/or renew existing orders by coordinating product availability, delivery dates, and inventory levels.
  • Maintain open communication lines with current and prospective customers on programs, promotions, and pricing trends.
  • Develop relationships with physicians, lab staff, lab supervisors, and purchasing personnel.
  • Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
  • Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
  • Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
  • Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Penumbra Inc. specializes in creating medical devices aimed at treating neurovascular and peripheral vascular conditions. Their products, such as the Penumbra System and the Indigo System, are designed to assist healthcare professionals in addressing issues like stroke and other vascular diseases. These devices work by providing advanced tools for interventions in neurology and vascular surgery, allowing for effective treatment options. Unlike many competitors, Penumbra focuses specifically on these specialized areas, ensuring their products are tailored to the unique needs of medical professionals in this field. The company's goal is to enhance patient outcomes by continuously developing and improving their medical devices to meet the demands of healthcare providers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$116.7K

Headquarters

Alameda, California

Founded

2004

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for minimally invasive procedures aligns with Penumbra's catheter technologies.
  • European aging population increases demand for neurovascular devices, benefiting Penumbra's launches.
  • Adoption of AI in medical imaging complements Penumbra's stroke treatment devices.

What critics are saying

  • Layoffs in Immersive Healthcare suggest potential financial strain or strategic shifts.
  • New European product launches may face regulatory or market acceptance challenges.
  • Frequent conference participation might divert focus from core operations and innovation.

What makes Penumbra Inc unique

  • Penumbra offers a comprehensive range of neuro and peripheral vascular devices.
  • The company focuses on innovative solutions for stroke and neurovascular disease treatment.
  • Penumbra's global presence spans North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

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