What more can I do to break in?
Hey everyone,
I’m a recent Biology graduate trying to break into medical device sales. I’m currently building healthcare sales experience in a regulated, high-volume environment through outbound calls, customer education, needs assessment, objection handling, CRM documentation, and compliance-driven conversations.
I also have clinical shadowing experience in a dental setting, where I observed patient evaluations, treatment discussions, chairside workflow, provider-patient communication, and infection control standards. My background also includes lab/research experience with molecular biology, DNA extraction, PCR, data collection, and documentation.
I’ve started networking with reps and account managers in the industry, and one person recommended I look into Onsite Specialist or Clinical Specialist roles as a possible entry point.
For those already in med device:
Does this sound like a realistic background to break in?
What should I build over the next 6–12 months to become a stronger candidate? and what more can I do?
Any advice would be appreciated. I’m trying to build the right foundation and make myself a serious candidate