Junior Associate Sales Representative
The Junior Associate Sales Representative at Confidential Client is an entry-level, contract role focused on supporting experienced orthopedic medical device sales representatives in Baltimore. The position involves assisting with surgical case preparation, inventory management, and building relationships with healthcare professionals while learning orthopedic anatomy and sales techniques. This role offers structured training, mentorship, and a clear career path for motivated individuals seeking to establish a long-term career in orthopedic medical device sales.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Orthopedic Medical Devices (Sales).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role overview
Confidential Client is recruiting an entry-level, field-focused sales support professional to join an orthopedic medical device sales team in the Baltimore, MD area. This role is an entry-level 1099 contractor opportunity designed for candidates who want to learn the medical device industry, support surgical and territory operations, and grow into a career in orthopedic sales.
- Estimated compensation (from source): $43,507 per year — estimated
- Anticipated start: March–April 2027
Who we want
Confidential Client seeks candidates who demonstrate:
- Strong work ethic and competitive drive
- Coachability and ability to accept feedback
- Self-starting, organized approach to daily tasks
- Reliability, integrity, and professional customer service
- A growth mindset and willingness to learn the business from the ground up
What you’ll do
Key responsibilities include:
- Support experienced sales representatives with daily territory operations and customer service
- Assist with surgical case preparation, instrumentation setup, inventory management, and OR coverage
- Learn orthopedic anatomy, surgical procedures, implants, and related technologies
- Build and maintain relationships with surgeons, OR staff, and healthcare teams
- Help grow existing accounts and support business development efforts
- Maintain accurate inventory and ensure surgical sets and instrumentation are ready for cases
- Follow professional standards, regulatory compliance, patient confidentiality, and AdvaMed principles
What you need
Required or strongly preferred qualifications:
- Competitive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn
- Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and perform in a fast-paced clinical field environment
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (but not required)
- Experience in sales, athletics, customer service, or operations is a plus
- Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
- Ability to meet hospital credentialing and applicable vaccination requirements (including influenza)
- Flexibility to accommodate early mornings, changing surgical schedules, and occasional evenings
What Confidential Client offers
- Structured product and orthopedic industry training
- Hands-on field training and mentorship from experienced sales representatives
- Exposure to multiple orthopedic specialties and surgical technologies
- Clear career path with opportunities to advance into sales representative roles
- Bonus and commission opportunities
- Paid vacation / PTO
- Health, vision, and dental insurance options available
- Opportunity for professional and financial growth within an expanding organization
Location & travel requirements
- Candidates must currently reside in the Baltimore metropolitan area or be from the area with confirmed plans to return by March 1, 2027.
- Local travel throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia may be required.
Recruitment timeline
- Application deadline: December 30, 2026
- Resume review: January 4–15, 2027
- Interviews: January 19–22, 2027
- Anticipated start: March 1–April 1, 2027
Ready to build your career?
If you are motivated to break into orthopedic medical device sales, committed to learning, and prepared to work hard for advancement, Confidential Client encourages you to apply. The products, procedures, and business can be taught — bring the attitude and commitment.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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