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Clinical Specialist - Specialty Neonatal/Pediatric RN (Chicago)

Field, Chicago, IL

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Job ID
R-548185
Category
Sales
Location
Chicago, Illinois

Build a sales career where performance, growth and patient impact move forward together

At BD, Sales professionals own territories, build trusted relationships with healthcare decision-makers and drive adoption of solutions that shape customer and patient outcomes. As one of the largest global medical technology companies, BD offers the scale, reach, and innovation footprint to help you make an impact across healthcare systems worldwide. You’ll combine clinical understanding with commercial strategy to deliver value for customers – and results that move your career forward.

Whether you bring deep MedTech experience or a strong sales foundation from another industry, BD offers robust commercial tools, including training, coaching, and data-driven insights, development and support to help you win in complex environments – with clarity on expectations, accountability for results, and opportunities to grow.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Job Description

The Clinical Specialist serves as a key clinical leader responsible for executing the Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS) value‑added clinical strategy. This role serves as a primary customer‑facing clinical voice, driving strategic adoption and sustained use of the MDS portfolio through measurable improvements in clinical outcomes and workflow efficiency.

The Clinical Specialist partners with customers and internal teams to assess clinical practice, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement evidence‑based solutions. Through strong clinical expertise and professional credibility, this role enhances customer confidence, strengthens partnerships, and elevates the overall clinical value delivered.

Core responsibilities include leading and supporting product conversions, implementations, and post‑implementation training and optimization across the MDS portfolio. The Clinical Specialist provides targeted bedside education, facilitates best practice adoption, and delivers consistent clinical support aligned to customer needs and business priorities.

The Clinical Specialist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and operates primarily within a defined geographic territory, with flexibility to support regional and national priorities as needed.

*Specialty roles: a Clinical Specialist position that requires targeted expertise, advanced competencies, or focused experience beyond the core role to support specific patient populations, care settings, or product applications aligned to business and customer needs. Ex. Neonatal, pediatric specialty experience. Splits time supporting geographically defined areas while also supporting MDS national customer education and training. Specialty roles report to Clinical Directors.

This position is a Job Group 3 and is a field-based position requiring 70%+ travel.

About the Role

As a Clinical Specialist, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional clinical support and education to BD customers, driving confidence, adoption, and improved patient care as part of a team committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage responsibilities within the allotted Travel & Expense budget. 
  • Maintain administrative responsibilities and deliverable as outlined by Clinical Leadership.
  • Lead end-to-end customer facing engagements from pre-sale through post-conversion, delivering in-servicing, clinical education, and training (virtual and in-person) to drive product adoption and retention.
  • Provide ongoing clinical support, including follow-up, troubleshooting, and consultation, in partnership with Sales and Regional teams.
  • Develop strong working relationships with end-users while providing product in-servicing and clinical education. 
  • Support regional training for contractual nursing support as needed. 
  • Conduct Vascular Access Management (VAM) assessments and provide clinical support to customers and internal partners. 
  • Collaborate with the Clinical Manager and Regional Business Manager to optimize scheduling and activities to meet business objectives.
  • Provide activity updates to the Clinical Manager on regional training activities and support provided in the region. 
  • **Specialty roles: require advanced clinical expertise or subject matter specialization to support targeted patient populations, care settings, or product applications as aligned to business and customer needs.

Education and Credentials

  • Associate of Science degree in Nursing required; bachelor’s degree in nursing or science-based field preferred. 
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing 
  • Advanced certification in vascular access and/or critical care nursing preferred (such as CRNI, VA-BC, CCRN, CEN, or equivalent) 
  • *Specialty roles: Additional or specialized education, certifications, or credentials may be required to support specific patient populations, care settings, or product applications, aligned with business and customer needs.

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of clinical experience specializing in ultrasound-guided procedures and vascular access devices (including PICC lines, midlines, and related technologies). 
  • Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment, device selection, and insertion techniques. 
  • Possesses a strong understanding and knowledge of infusion therapy, vascular access, and key disease states served by MDS products.   
  • * Specialty roles: Relevant or expanded clinical experience may be required to support specialized patient populations, care settings, or product applications, aligned with business and customer needs.

Additional Skills

  • Strong communication and facilitation skills to deliver effective clinical education, training, and customer support.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and cross-functionally, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to drive outcomes.
  • Clinical expertise with BD vascular access products, including confident troubleshooting and consultation.
  • Proven ability to lead training sessions and group presentations in both formal and field-based settings.
  • Credible and persuasive; able to influence decisions and behaviors without direct authority.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 70% to support customer and business needs.
  • Valid driver’s license and adherence to BD auto safety standards.
  • *Specialty roles: Additional or advanced skills may be required to support specialized patient populations, care settings, or product applications, aligned with business and customer needs.

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.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

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 reimbursement of vehicle use/mileage

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

  • Adoptionassistance

  • Backup day care and eldercare 

  • Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers 

  • Caregivingassistancefor 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

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under “Our Commitment to You”.

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. $100,000 - $141,000 (Compensation range includes Base Salary, Sales Bonus Target, and other Incentives)

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Success Profile

What sets our top Sales performers apart? You’re likely to thrive in BD Sales if you are:

  • Results driven
  • Problem-solver
  • Competitive
  • Collaborative
  • Persuasive
  • Adaptable

Ready for your next challenge?

Discover what it’s like to build a meaningful career in Sales at BD. Hear from Richard Kent about why a Sales career at BD is both unique and rewarding – from building trusted partnerships with healthcare providers to bringing innovative solutions to life and seeing their real-world impact. You’ll also get a glimpse into the robust training, coaching, and development resources that BD provides to help you build and advance your career.

Hear from Our Associates

  • "I get energized by meeting new healthcare professionals, along with BD associates and leaders too. My involvement in the African American BD ARG (AABD ARG) has been a terrific experience. I love hearing stories from both my customers and colleagues about helping each other, it really gets me pumped up and motivated."

  • "I manage a team of 20 salespeople today who represent our business and who advocate for our customer – they are some of the most passionate and dedicated people with whom I’ve had the pleasure to work."

  • "I joined BD based on the recommendation of someone who worked here and who spoke very positively of the company and its culture. The culture is focused on development. I think there is so much opportunity here. The key is in communicating your career intent and where you want to go within the company – and then working hard in your current role and connecting with as many people as you can. By showing a strong work ethic in your current role, you demonstrate to others the value and contribution you can bring and make."

  • "The culture here is very caring and collaborative, and I feel my opinion and ideas matter to my leaders – they want me to share them. We work as One BD to bring the best pharm systems solutions to our customers."

Rewards

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Retirement Plans

  • Healthcare Cover

  • Paid Time Off

  • Parental Leave

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Professional Development

  • Rewards & Recognition

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