Medical Technical Assistant - Orthopaedics (Gauteng) 6 Month Contract

Introduction Delivering the vital surgical solutions of a world-class company noted for its innovative, best-in-class products by being present in theatre for cases and performing product training in existing and new accounts 

Duties & Responsibilities  

• Represent our company as a leader in our industry and the marketplace, by working with a sophisticated audience comprised of orthopaedic surgeons and healthcare professionals.

• Increase territory results by building and maintaining strong business relationships and offer the surgical team technical support in theatre.

• Perform product training in existing and new accounts highlighting product features/benefits and the practical implementation thereof.

• Communicate with current and new customer accounts regarding a variety of topics, including product updates, changes to product portfolio, and educational programmes. 

 • Provide logistical support for consignment accounts. 

• Participate in and attend sales meetings and professional association meetings outside of regular business hours, as required.

• Work with the Area Manager by receiving coaching, training or mentoring; transfer knowledge to peer sales representatives.  

• Maintain training in product features/benefits and the practical implementation of these. 

Qualification Required Qualification

• Orthopaedic theatre or relevant experience.  

• CRICE certification.

• A valid Driver License and own transport.

• A relevant tertiary qualification in a scientific discipline.

• Extensive travel is required in this territory (Gauteng, NW, LM, MP)

Preferred Qualification

• A relevant tertiary qualification in a scientific discipline.

• Orthopaedic theatre or relevant experience.  

Skills and Competencies • Demonstrated analytical skills & teamwork.  

• Demonstrated ability to apply technical/scientific knowledge.  

• Flexibility to learn new products over time.    

• Strong work ethic and customer focus orientation.  

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.  

• Initiative, execution-oriented & computer literacy.  

• Fluency in both English and Afrikaans.  

• Ability to manage work / territory independently.  

• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.  

• Influential negotiation, customer relationships.