Clinical Specialist (Vascular Access RN) - Chicago

About the role

As a Clinical Specialist, you will play a crucial role in providing flawless clinical support and education to our valued customers. Join us and be part of a proven organization that strives for excellence in everything we do.

The Clinical Specialist is a resource for the execution of the Medication Delivery Solutions value-added clinical business strategy. The role implements clinical programs and initiatives that differentiate the MDS product portfolio based on improved clinical outcomes and process enhancements which may result in a lower cost-in-use.

The expertise and credentials of the Clinical Specialist enhances the credibility of recommendations to customers and strengthens customer service and support. This support to customers is achieved through recommending best practice and facilitating education. The Clinical Specialist actively engages in conversion management, product implementation and training of Medication Delivery Solutions products.

The Clinical Specialist reports directly to a Clinical Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage responsibilities within the allotted Travel & Expense budget.
• Provide monthly updates to the Clinical Manager on regional training activities and support provided in the region.
• Facilitate customer training classes to support conversion or retention opportunities for key customers.
• Collaborate with the Regional Team to clinically support customer engagements from pre-sale through post-conversion.
• Develop strong working relationships with end-users while providing product in-servicing and clinical education.
• Provide routine follow-up support to customers at end-user locations as needed.
• Conduct regional training for contractual nursing support as needed.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Manager and Regional Business Manager to optimize scheduling and activities for maximum results.
• Conduct Vascular Access Management assessments programs to support both Vascular Care and Vascular Access sales organizations.

Required Education and Experience

• Registered Nurse with a Bachelor's degree BSN preferred
• Minimum of 5 years general nursing experience, with 3 years of Ultrasound guided vascular access device placement experience preferred (PICC & midline).
• Proven training skills to conduct educational courses.
• Persuasive and credible; able to influence without authority.
• Possesses a strong understanding and knowledge of infusion therapy, vascular access, and key disease states served by MDS products.
• Must live within territory and have the ability to travel up to 70% of the time.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license and meet BD's auto safety standards

Additional information

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

Pay and benefits

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates' well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

• Annual Bonus
• Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
• Potential reimbursement of vehicle use/mileage
• Potential reimbursement of phone use

Health and Well-being Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Hospital Care Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Long-term care with life insurance

Other Well-being Resources

• Anxiety management program
• Wellness incentives
• Sleep improvement program
• Diabetes management program
• Virtual physical therapy
• Emotional/mental health support programs
• Weight management programs
• Gastrointestinal health program
• Substance use management program
• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit

Retirement and Financial Well-being

• BD 401(k) Plan
• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Financial counseling
• Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
• Daily Pay
• College financial aid and application guidance

Life Balance Programs

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
• MetLife Legal Plan
• Group auto and home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Discounts on products and services
• Academic Achievement Scholarship
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employer matching donation
• Workplace accommodations

Other Life Balance Programs

• Adoption assistance
• Backup day care and eldercare
• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes

Leave Programs

• Bereavement leaves
• Military leave
• Personal leave
• Family and Medical Leave (FML)
• Jury and Witness Duty Leave

Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

$91,600-$151,100 Annual (range inclusive of base plus incentives)