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da Vinci Clinical Territory Associate

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Department
Sales
Employment type
Full Time,
Job posted
Apply before
11 Jun 2026
Experience level
Entry-Level
Junior
Views / Applies
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About Intuitive

We believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care.

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AI Summary

Intuitive Surgical seeks a Clinical Territory Associate to support the da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery system. This developmental role involves providing technical guidance during surgeries, leading product demonstrations, and contributing to sales activities. The candidate will train to become a technical and sales expert across surgical specialties. The position requires a bachelor's degree, 1+ year of sales or leadership experience, and up to 50% travel. The role offers a path to progress from clinical support to sales within two years.

Job Complexity

Easy Hard
AI Insight The role combines technical clinical expertise with sales responsibilities, requiring strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to travel frequently, making it challenging but manageable for motivated candidates.

Salary Analysis

Median
$75,000
US Market
$55,000 – $95,000
AI Insight The salary for this role is not specified, but based on market data for similar medical device clinical associate positions, the estimated median is $75,000. This is competitive for an entry-level clinical sales role in the medical device industry, with potential for growth as the candidate progresses to a sales-focused role.

Key Skills

Robotic Surgery Clinical Support Sales Product Demonstration Medical Devices Customer Training Surgical Technology Healthcare Minimally Invasive Surgery Territory Management

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am excited to apply for the Clinical Territory Associate position at Intuitive Surgical. With a Bachelor's degree and over a year of sales experience, I have developed strong communication and teamwork skills that align with the requirements of this role. I am particularly drawn to Intuitive's mission of transforming surgery through innovation and minimally invasive care.

My ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and my commitment to learning make me confident in my ability to support surgical teams and lead product demonstrations effectively. I am eager to contribute to the growth of da Vinci programs and develop into a sales expert under your guidance.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can add value to Intuitive Surgical.

Sincerely, [Your Name]

Can you describe your experience with sales or leadership roles and how it prepares you for this position?
In my previous role as a sales associate, I consistently met quarterly targets by building strong customer relationships and understanding their needs. I also led a team project that improved our sales process, demonstrating my leadership abilities. This experience has honed my persuasive communication and ability to influence behavior change, which are key for this role.
How would you handle a situation where a surgeon is resistant to using the da Vinci system?
I would first listen to their concerns to understand the root cause. Then, I would provide evidence-based data on improved outcomes and offer a personalized demonstration to address specific hesitations. I would also connect them with experienced users who can share their positive experiences, leveraging peer influence.
Describe a time you had to learn complex technical information quickly. How did you approach it?
When I started my previous job, I needed to learn our product's technical specifications within a week. I broke down the information into smaller sections, used visual aids, and practiced explaining it to colleagues. I also shadowed senior team members and asked questions to clarify doubts. This method helped me become proficient quickly.
This role requires up to 50% travel. How do you manage travel and maintain work-life balance?
I prioritize planning and organization. I use a calendar to schedule trips efficiently, grouping appointments in the same region to minimize travel time. I also ensure I have downtime between trips to recharge. Effective communication with my team and manager helps me stay aligned while on the road.
Why are you interested in working for Intuitive Surgical specifically?
I am passionate about healthcare innovation and the impact of robotic-assisted surgery on patient outcomes. Intuitive's leadership in this field and its commitment to making surgery smarter and less invasive align with my values. I want to be part of a team that is transforming medicine and improving lives globally.

Company Description

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful— because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.
If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position:

The Clinical Territory Associate (CTA) will work closely with the Clinical Sales Manager to gain knowledge in all aspects of our business to include technical, clinical, and sales. He or She will train to be a da Vinci® Surgery technical and sales expert across all primary surgical specialties to develop surgical robotics programs in the assigned territory. During the first year of the job, the CTA will focus on the technical and clinical aspect of the job, and during the second year of the job, the CTA will progress and begin to focus on the sales aspect of the job. The CTA will have the opportunity to support a specific region by maximizing the utilization of installed da Vinci® Surgical Systems by leading product demonstrations/in-services and sales activities.

This position is a developmental role and requires high commitment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Case Support -Be a resource to the surgical team by providing guidance, insight, and training on the use of the da Vinci® Surgical System.
  • Product Demonstrations/In-Services- Lead all technical in-services for customers to include OR staff, surgeons, etc.
  • Selling Activities- Contribute to Clinical Sales Manager team quarterly sales goals by helping influence behavior change in customers such as product demonstrations/in- services, OR selling activities, and customer support trainings.
  • Customer Support – Support and or coordinate, under the direction of the local sales management team, regional sales and marketing development events that create system awareness and procedure adoption through product demonstrations/in-services and selling activities.
  • Administrative Duties- Responsibly manage administrative tasks: reporting of sales/procedures, outcomes of sales activities, submission of expense reports, and assigned ISU on-line modules using company required software systems.
  • Act as a Medical Device Consultant, after appropriate training, as per legal requirement and provide guidance, insight, and support in the proper handling of Intuitive medical devices.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum 1 year sales experience or 1 year leadership experience.
  • Fluent in English and local language as required.
  • Ambition and strong work ethic.
  • Ability to excel in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and persuasive communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to travel up to 50%.
  • English and local language are a must.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

  • Sales degree a plus.

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Additional Information

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s
start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

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