Sr Spec, Technical Sales (Surgical Environment) at Cardinal Health

About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company connecting people, data, and technology to improve health outcomes. With annual revenues exceeding $200 billion, we operate at the intersection of healthcare supply chain, pharmacy services, and medical products. Our mission is to enable better patient care by advancing pharmaceutical and medical product distribution, optimizing hospital and pharmacy operations, and developing innovative solutions for surgical and patient care environments. Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health serves healthcare providers across the United States and internationally, including in Puerto Rico. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity of thought, experience, and background, ensuring every employee can be their authentic self.

Role Overview

As a Sr Spec, Technical Sales in the surgical environment at Cardinal Health, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our sales and marketing teams to achieve strategic objectives. This position demands a blend of technical expertise, clinical knowledge, and sales acumen to promote products in operating rooms and patient care settings. Based in PR-Puerto Rico-FIELD, United States of America, you will provide trusted advice to surgeons, nurses, and OR staff while managing supplier relationships to drive financial results and market share growth. This full-time role offers the chance to work on projects of moderate scope and complexity, applying your judgment within defined parameters while receiving general guidance.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day impact will include:

• Promoting Cardinal Health products directly in surgical and patient care environments, delivering technical expertise and clinical support to surgeons, nurses, and operating room staff.
• Supporting the full lifecycle of custom surgical products—from design and evaluation to implementation—ensuring alignment with clinical needs and operational efficiency.
• Monitoring and managing custom product components and substitutions to uphold contract compliance and maximize customer satisfaction.
• Executing targeted educational programs that enhance product knowledge and promote best-in-class practices among healthcare professionals.
• Addressing and resolving product complaints with timely communication to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop sales tools, improve productivity, manage contract administration, and leverage business analytics for strategic insights.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, candidates should possess:

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in operating rooms and/or cath labs.
• A technical certification in a related field or equivalent clinical experience.
• Strong, demonstrated understanding of surgical procedures.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• An active Puerto Rico Driver License, with the ability to travel locally as needed.

At this senior specialist level, you will apply your experience to role responsibilities, execute moderate-scope projects, identify solutions to technical problems, and work under general guidance with reviews focused on reasoning and accuracy.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Competitive salary estimated at $65,000–$95,000 USD annually, based on healthcare sector rates with a buffer for top talent.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with robust coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicable.
• Professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement and leadership training.
• Inclusive culture encouraging applications from back-to-work candidates, people with disabilities, those without college degrees, and Veterans.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, Cardinal Health ensures consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Career Growth

Cardinal Health invests in your long-term success. This Sr Spec role serves as a launchpad for advancement into higher sales, marketing, or product management positions within our Technical Marketing division. Gain exposure to market strategy, product commercialization, and supplier optimization while building a network across healthcare. Many team members progress to roles like Technical Sales Manager or Product Strategist, leveraging the clinical and sales expertise honed here. Our commitment to diversity fuels innovative solutions, positioning you for impactful contributions and rapid career trajectory.

Why Join Us

Join Cardinal Health to be part of a leader in healthcare innovation, where your surgical expertise directly enhances patient outcomes. Work in a dynamic field-based role in Puerto Rico, influencing surgical environments with cutting-edge products. Enjoy a supportive culture that values authenticity, offers work-life balance, and provides tools for success. With our scale and resources, you'll drive real market growth while growing personally and professionally. Candidates encouraged: back-to-work professionals, people with disabilities, non-degree holders, and Veterans.

Role FAQs

What experience is required?

2–4 years in OR/cath lab, technical certification or equivalent, and surgical procedure knowledge.

Is travel involved?

Yes, local travel within Puerto Rico; active PR Driver License required.

What is the work level?

Senior specialist: moderate projects, problem-solving within parameters, general guidance.

How does Cardinal Health support diversity?

We celebrate differences, ensure equal opportunity, and encourage underrepresented applicants.

This role offers a unique opportunity to blend clinical passion with sales strategy at a Fortune 500 healthcare giant. Apply today to elevate surgical care in Puerto Rico.