Clinical Support Graduate

At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

We believe that through innovation, development and supporting our customers and patients we can help others achieve a Life Unlimited! Our products are in 100 countries globally and supporting this takes a huge effort.

The role forms part of the Advanced Wound Care Division and this graduate opportunity will provide valuable, hands-on exposure to the medical sales environment, clinical support and the use of our products in healthcare settings. A key part of the programme will involve spending time in theatre, where you will learn to provide technical information and guidance to healthcare professionals during live surgical procedures.

• Learn and observe surgical procedures, progressing towards providing assistance in theatre.
• Work closely with experienced Sales Representatives to understand the medical sales process.
• Develop your product knowledge and understanding of surgical techniques and anatomy.
• Provide technical support to surgeons and other healthcare professionals.
• Complete the Medical Sales Representative Learnership Qualification.
• Gain practical experience within a professional sales environment.
• Assist the Clinical Support team with obtaining information required for NPWT motivations.
• Support the Sales team with consignment management.

• A Matric qualification.
• A degree within the Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Computer literacy.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel within and KwaZulu Natal

165 years of pioneering innovation requires a relentless focus on what’s next. We’re focused on you. You’re what’s next...

• Inclusion, Belonging and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/)
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Medical Aid and an Employee Wellness Programme and much more.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.

Smith+Nephew is committed to transformation and inclusion. In line with our Employment Equity Plan and targets, these will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the demographics of our society, including people with disabilities.