Team Lead, OnSite Operations - Palo Alto, CA at Stryker

Palo Alto, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to maintain professional appearance, work ethic, and attitude required by Stryker and the medical facility
  • Near visual acuity (corrected), color vision, mobility, bending, standing, stooping, and finger dexterity
  • Ability to observe and correct minute inconsistencies (e.g., in the printed word, product appearance)
  • Excellent equipment problem-solving skills
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to exert up to 50lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs of force constantly to move objects
  • Ability to remain standing and/or walking for an extended period of time
  • Stryker Product experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate job functions during surgical procedures as well as preoperative and postoperative equipment management
  • Guide day-to-day operational support to account
  • Serve as point person for team
  • Effectively partner with key stakeholders of account, cross-divisional sales teams, and cross-functional teams to drive account productivity and satisfaction
  • Lead Tier 1 huddles
  • Actively participate in and as needed, lead hospital huddles
  • Direct and guide day-to-day function of team to ensure OR efficiency and drive customer satisfaction
  • Manage charge sheets and billing for account
  • Apply feedback and metrics to propose process improvements that drive customer satisfaction and elevate Stryker’s impact on the account
  • Provide in-service training at the request of the customer
  • Support and guide Sr. Specialists in identifying and creating Kaizen sheets to drive continuous improvement
  • Onboard new employees
  • Manage and coordinate Stryker and customer onboarding and compliance requirements for team
  • Manage Joint Commission requirements for the team and account
  • Facilitate and lead team building activities and actively participate
  • Proactively interact with cross-divisional partners, various levels of management in the hospital and within OnSite
  • Allocate work as a team leader and check on quality/completion
  • Attend and participate in several CE webinars throughout the year
  • Actively partner with Supervisor, SOA, ROSS, and Training team to onboard new hires
  • Serve as mentor to newer specialists in the area
  • Assist with writing and delivering corrective action and common annual reviews
  • Drive onboarding for new hires
  • Serve as a resource for team and drive day-to-day engagement, performance, and activities
  • Lead Program Management activities within account
  • Proactively communicate specific account information to appropriate stakeholders
  • Actively provide ideas to refine tools or processes
  • Provide implementation and coverage support if/when practical
  • Actively partner with fellow Team Leads across nation to drive standardization and continuous improvement across regional lines

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

OR ManagementSPDSurgical Equipment ManagementKaizenJoint Commission ComplianceIn-service TrainingTeam OnboardingProcess ImprovementCustomer Satisfaction MetricsBilling ManagementHuddle LeadershipSurgeon Preference

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work location or flexibility for this role?

The position is field-based and requires onsite operations in Palo Alto, CA.

What salary or compensation is offered for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and expertise are required for this role?

Candidates need solid clinical expertise in SPD & OR, understanding of surgeon preference and Joint Commission requirements, business expertise in critical metrics, and strong leadership to guide the team and drive improvements.

What does the company culture or team environment look like?

The role involves leading team building activities, mentoring newer specialists, participating in huddles, and partnering with cross-functional teams to drive engagement, performance, and continuous improvement.

What makes a strong candidate for this Team Lead position?

Strong candidates have leadership experience in allocating work and mentoring, clinical knowledge of OR/SPD and compliance, and the ability to partner with stakeholders to drive efficiency, customer satisfaction, and process improvements.

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters
1941Year Founded
$423.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical & prescription plans
Supplemental health benefits
Flexible Spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Short-term & long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Integration challenges from acquisitions may strain Stryker's resources.
Rapid tech advancements risk obsolescence of Stryker's current products.
Regulatory scrutiny on acquisitions could delay Stryker's market entry.

Differentiation

Stryker's acquisitions enhance its minimally invasive surgical solutions portfolio.
Entry into the peripheral vascular segment diversifies Stryker's market presence.
Stryker's focus on AI integration boosts diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive solutions aligns with Stryker's strategic acquisitions.
The orthopedic implants market growth benefits Stryker's expanding product line.
Stryker's acquisition of Inari Medical positions it in a high-growth vascular market.

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