We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 23 Mar 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. A Day in the Life 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.At Medtronic, the Sales Representative I, Pain Interventions will assist with managing a territory base business and growth by initiating, supporting and developing strategic implanting centers and assisting in developing key referral networks. In certain geographies, will be the account/implanter relationship contact for assigned territory’s customer needs including account level reimbursement responsibility. This includes coordination of all support activities and development of sales partnerships with distribution alliances. This role reports directly to a District Sales Manager, partners with other Sales Representative peers as well as with a Clinical Specialist team. This is a field-based position. We are seeking a committed professional to join our team, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also includes travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned: - Sells implantable devices for specific therapies to physicians, institutions, payors, and other appropriate medical staff - Partners with strategic implanting centers to develop the account/implanter practice through; providing product and therapy technical support and service, including consultation at strategic management and analysis of sales trends, utilization of appropriate Neuro business partners to present marketing and business plans to accounts for territory development growth  - Other activities as they arise, as assigned by the sales leadership  - Ensures personal understanding of all quality policy/system items that are personally applicable - Follows all work/quality procedures to ensure quality system compliance and high quality work  - Generates new sales: Develops leads, recruits new surgeons, qualifies prospects, and makes sales calls - Grows existing Interventional business and develop new opportunities - Works autonomously, utilizing corporate resources to generate revenue and meet/exceed quota - Implements approved marketing strategies - Aggressively seeks new customers and formulates and follow plans for such action as directed by the District Sales Manager - Responds to customer complaints in accordance with Medtronic policy and advise District Sales Manager and Medtronic promptly of any situation beyond scope of authority - Stays attentive to competitor’s product and merchandizing practices and to keep the District Sales Manager informed concerning them - Maintains up-to-date customer record books and other records in accordance with District Sales Manager instructions - Prepares and submits call reports as required by District Sales Manager - Attends and participates in sales meetings, training programs, conventions, and trade shows as directed - Assists in the field training of any sales person as requested by the District Sales Manager - Cooperates with all personnel on the execution of Company programs - Creates and implements an annual business plan with quarterly updates - Provides service to customers per their individual needs - Responds in a timely manner to all reporting requirements and requests - Adheres to company policies and conducts all business in an ethical manner - Manages business within assigned budgets and with Medtronic profitability in mind We seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader —that’s why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients. To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click Here Qualifications Must Have: Minimum Requirements To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your applicant profile. • High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 6+ years of relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences; or • Associates Degree and 4+ years of relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences; or • Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical device, Medtech, healthcare or life sciences Nice to Have: - Solid knowledge of the Reimbursement climate  - Experience call on physicians in one or more of the following or related referral accounts – Neurology, Physiatrist, Oncology, Internal Medicine, or Primary Care Physician/GP  - Minimum of 1 year referral and therapy development  - Experience with surgeons  - Experience in developing new, innovative markets - Experience in making multiple referral calls on a daily basis  - Familiarity with the O.R.  - Solid job skills in business planning/consulting and territory financial analysis; preferred knowledge of managed care  - Experience / knowledge of Physiology/clinical therapies  - Experience with / knowledge of Implantable devices  - Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation skills  - Team oriented  - Conceptual/consultative sales skills  - Understanding of all quality policy/system items that are personally applicable  - Ability to follow all work/quality procedures to ensure quality system compliance and high quality work  - Proven leadership abilities and experience in selling value-added program - Thrives in an environment of variety and rapid growth & change - Excellent communication and presentation skills - Accustomed to working independently with a high degree of accountability Additional Job Requirements: - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile   - Required to interact with a computer for extended periods of time, and communicate with peers and co-workers - Frequent required travel to customer clinics, hospitals and offsite meetings.  - 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. Business Description: Our vision is to become the undisputed world leader in Neuromodulation, improving patient lives through innovative solutions. Our therapies span the care continuum; from early interventional procedures to implantable surgical technologies that relieve pain, restore function and improve lives for our patients. We're committed to applying clinical and economic evidence and integrated technologies to our unmatched portfolio of therapies to develop healthcare solutions that increase patient access, improve the efficiency of procedures and deliver successful patient outcomes.​ The Neuromodulation Operating Unit offers solutions — from early interventional procedures to implantable surgical technologies — that treat chronic pain as well as pain from spinal fractures, cancer, and severe spasticity.​ Our key Interventional Pain therapies include: Balloon Kyphoplasty, Vertebroplasty, and Radiofrequency Ablation. Click here to learn more about our Balloon Kyphoplasty products. Click here to learn more about our Vertebroplasty products. Click here to learn more about our Radiofrequency Ablation products. Our key Pain Therapies include: Spinal Cord Stimulation, Drug infusion systems for chronic pain, severe spasticity, RF Nerve Ablation. Click here to learn more about products. For 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 Requirements The 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. Benefits & Compensation 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):$45,000.00 - $45,000.00 U.S. Pay Transparency (for SIP, Commission, Hourly Direct, Interns, Executives)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). In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. 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: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans About Medtronic 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 here. 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. 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 here 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.

• Take pre-qualified, warm calls with prospects who have already booked time to speak with you • Run tight discovery to understand their situation and goals • Present our solution and build value • Handle objections and close on the call • Maintain accurate records of calls and outcomes

Benefits: - Bonus based on performance - Company parties - Dental insurance - Flexible schedule - Health insurance - Opportunity for advancement - Training & development - Vision insurance At the Dorner District of Northwestern Mutual, our mission is simple yet powerful: to help people discover and achieve what’s possible in life. With 27 years of experience developing top-performing financial advisors, our district is proud to be home to three of just 230 Northwestern Mutual Wealth Advisors nationwide recognized by Forbes as Best-in-State, celebrating the vision, commitment, teamwork, and planning excellence that define our culture. Led by Dr. Jason Selk’s first Certified Mental Toughness Coach—also certified by the BrainFirst Institute in neuroscience-based coaching—we combine mindset and skill development to help advisors reach their full potential. We’re equally passionate about giving back, supporting organizations like Midwest Food Bank Bloomington, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, and more that strengthen our communities and support families in need. Our thriving offices are located: - 301 North Neil Street, Suite 501, Champaign, IL 61820 - 102 South East Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 - 410 Fayette, Peoria, IL 6160 Follow this link to hear more about our 2030 Vision: https://watch.wave.video/7NXgeJ1aGGbGqgUH A Glance at Northwestern Mutual (NM): Northwestern Mutual is a FORTUNE 500® company that provides a wide range of financial services to more than 5 million people. As a mutual company, we answer to our policyowners—not Wall Street. We began in Wisconsin in 1857, and today we’re one of America’s top companies - as was recognized by FORTUNE ® as one of the “World’s Most Admired” life insurance companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security. Meet Some of Our Local Leaders, the Heartbeat of Our Business: Kurt Dorner, Managing Director: - Time with NM: 22 years - Prior to: Spent 7 years in Big 8 Accounting and Benefit Consulting. Later became the first hire at a tech startup, where he was part of the leadership team that grew the company to 200 employees over 10 years. - Passionate About: Enjoys adventures with his wife and family, especially the energy of the ocean, mountains, big cities, college sports, and live music. Dedicated to mental and physical fitness, aligned with his purpose: to teach, train, and inspire people to compete for what’s possible today and enjoy the moments along the way. Jennifer Ronk, Director of Selection: - Time with NM: 3 years - Prior to: Built a career in the NBA and NFL, focusing on premium services and sales—courtside seating, club seats, and suites. - Passionate About: A proud wife and mom to two young children. Passionate about faith, family, and holistic health. Committed to creating a life that’s grounded, grateful, and well-balanced. Bradley Behrens, Co-Founder and Wealth Management Advisor, Behrens & Brown Wealth Management: - Time with NM: 13 years - Prior to: Began as an intern in college and has been with NM ever since. Before that, worked in landscaping and lawncare sales during college. - Passionate About: Helping others reach and enjoy financial security. Outside of work, Brad enjoys time with his wife and three kids, is active in his local church, and loves spending time with his 10 nieces and nephews. Nick Ryba, Financial Advisor: - Time with NM: 3 years - Prior to: Spent over 10 years in corporate account management and consulting roles—4 years in logistics and 6 years in the medical device industry. Developed skills in interpersonal communication, problem-solving, time management, and customer service that now help him connect with and support his clients. - Passionate About: Very family-oriented and enjoys spending quality time with his wife and son. They love traveling, attending sporting events, discovering new restaurants and breweries, and maximizing time with friends and extended family. About the Financial Representative Role: As a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual, you will be part of a team that helps individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized insurance solutions and financial planning. Your role involves building long-term relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored financial solutions. Follow this link to hear why Financial Advisor, Jamie Mannarelli is so passionate about her career at Northwestern Mutual: https://youtu.be/7SlQuS7AOgQ Key Responsibilities: - Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns. - Financial Planning: Develop comprehensive financial plans that include investments, insurance, and retirement. - Insurance Solutions: Recommend and implement insurance strategies to protect clients' assets and income. - Ongoing Support: Monitor clients' financial plans and provide regular updates, adjusting strategies as needed to meet changing circumstances. - Networking: Build and maintain a network of clients through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations. 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Benefits: - Bonus based on performance - Company parties - Dental insurance - Flexible schedule - Health insurance - Opportunity for advancement - Training & development - Vision insurance At the Dorner District of Northwestern Mutual, our mission is simple yet powerful: to help people discover and achieve what’s possible in life. With 27 years of experience developing top-performing financial advisors, our district is proud to be home to three of just 230 Northwestern Mutual Wealth Advisors nationwide recognized by Forbes as Best-in-State, celebrating the vision, commitment, teamwork, and planning excellence that define our culture. Led by Dr. Jason Selk’s first Certified Mental Toughness Coach—also certified by the BrainFirst Institute in neuroscience-based coaching—we combine mindset and skill development to help advisors reach their full potential. We’re equally passionate about giving back, supporting organizations like Midwest Food Bank Bloomington, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, and more that strengthen our communities and support families in need. Our thriving offices are located: - 301 North Neil Street, Suite 501, Champaign, IL 61820 - 102 South East Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 - 410 Fayette, Peoria, IL 6160 Follow this link to hear more about our 2030 Vision: https://watch.wave.video/7NXgeJ1aGGbGqgUH A Glance at Northwestern Mutual (NM): Northwestern Mutual is a FORTUNE 500® company that provides a wide range of financial services to more than 5 million people. As a mutual company, we answer to our policyowners—not Wall Street. We began in Wisconsin in 1857, and today we’re one of America’s top companies - as was recognized by FORTUNE ® as one of the “World’s Most Admired” life insurance companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security. Meet Some of Our Local Leaders, the Heartbeat of Our Business: Kurt Dorner, Managing Director: - Time with NM: 22 years - Prior to: Spent 7 years in Big 8 Accounting and Benefit Consulting. Later became the first hire at a tech startup, where he was part of the leadership team that grew the company to 200 employees over 10 years. - Passionate About: Enjoys adventures with his wife and family, especially the energy of the ocean, mountains, big cities, college sports, and live music. Dedicated to mental and physical fitness, aligned with his purpose: to teach, train, and inspire people to compete for what’s possible today and enjoy the moments along the way. Jennifer Ronk, Director of Selection: - Time with NM: 3 years - Prior to: Built a career in the NBA and NFL, focusing on premium services and sales—courtside seating, club seats, and suites. - Passionate About: A proud wife and mom to two young children. Passionate about faith, family, and holistic health. Committed to creating a life that’s grounded, grateful, and well-balanced. Bradley Behrens, Co-Founder and Wealth Management Advisor, Behrens & Brown Wealth Management: - Time with NM: 13 years - Prior to: Began as an intern in college and has been with NM ever since. Before that, worked in landscaping and lawncare sales during college. - Passionate About: Helping others reach and enjoy financial security. Outside of work, Brad enjoys time with his wife and three kids, is active in his local church, and loves spending time with his 10 nieces and nephews. Nick Ryba, Financial Advisor: - Time with NM: 3 years - Prior to: Spent over 10 years in corporate account management and consulting roles—4 years in logistics and 6 years in the medical device industry. Developed skills in interpersonal communication, problem-solving, time management, and customer service that now help him connect with and support his clients. - Passionate About: Very family-oriented and enjoys spending quality time with his wife and son. They love traveling, attending sporting events, discovering new restaurants and breweries, and maximizing time with friends and extended family. About the Financial Representative Role: As a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual, you will be part of a team that helps individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized insurance solutions and financial planning. Your role involves building long-term relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored financial solutions. Follow this link to hear why Financial Advisor, Jamie Mannarelli is so passionate about her career at Northwestern Mutual: https://youtu.be/7SlQuS7AOgQ Key Responsibilities: - Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns. - Financial Planning: Develop comprehensive financial plans that include investments, insurance, and retirement. - Insurance Solutions: Recommend and implement insurance strategies to protect clients' assets and income. - Ongoing Support: Monitor clients' financial plans and provide regular updates, adjusting strategies as needed to meet changing circumstances. - Networking: Build and maintain a network of clients through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations. Qualifications: - Education: A bachelor's degree is preferred. - Experience: Previous experience in financial services, insurance or business development is beneficial but not required. - Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients. - Licenses: Obtain necessary licenses, such as Series 6, 63, and state insurance licenses (training and sponsorship available). 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