Manager, VELYS Clinical Utilization

Johnson & Johnson

. Serve as senior clinical expert for the South Central region and model exceptional VELYS execution .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $181,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in robotic-assisted orthopedic procedures and the VELYS ecosystem, with a strong focus on clinical operations, training, and relationship management. Proven ability to lead complex launches, optimize workflows, and drive technology adoption while developing high-performing clinical teams.

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Robotic-Assisted Orthopedic ProceduresVELYS Ecosystem ExpertiseClinical Training and DevelopmentCRM ProficiencyBusiness Acumen

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Hard Skills

Robotic Surgery WorkflowsClinical Operations ManagementWorkflow OptimizationPerformance Metrics AnalysisSurgeon Engagement StrategiesUtilization RecoveryLog File ReviewTechnology AdoptionAdvanced TroubleshootingCompliance Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipInfluencing Without AuthorityRelationship ManagementCoachingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

VELYS Core Activation TrainingAirtable CRMAnalytics ToolsAutomation ToolsDigital Applications

Industry Keywords

Orthopedic ProceduresRobotic SurgeryClinical SpecialistsIndependent Sales OrganizationCapital Technology Adoption

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as senior clinical expert for the South Central region and model exceptional VELYS execution
Personally lead assigned account launches and strategic, complex, and escalated surgeon launches
Engage in pre-launch planning and translate regional priorities into clinical execution plans
Run LEEP Launches through installation, VELYS Core Activation Training, first cases, and handoff to Field Sales
Lead advanced troubleshooting, workflow optimization, and LOOP interventions
Maintain proficiency across VRAS TKA and UKA, VELYS Hip Navigation AI, and future digital applications
Directly manage and develop VELYS Clinical Specialists through feedback, coaching, career discussions, and development plans
Lead onboarding, simulation, and advanced clinical training
Own regional clinical operations, workflows, performance metrics, compliance, and budgets
Lead Airtable CRM activity within the area
Identify and prepare high-potential VCSs for expanded responsibility
Use procedural trends, log file reviews, and field observations to identify adoption risks and interventions
Help surgeons progress toward independent robotic proficiency
Execute utilization recovery, surgeon conversion, and sustained adoption plans
Identify growth opportunities involving surgeons, VELYS applications, and technology upgrades
Equip ISO partners to support appropriate workflows and transition mature accounts toward local self-sufficiency
Build relationships with surgeons, operating room teams, and hospital stakeholders
Resolve regional clinical escalations and collaborate with Sales, Education, Marketing, Field Service, Utilization, and Commercial Operations
Provide visibility into launch readiness, account health, VCS capacity, and capability gaps
Communicate field insights, customer-support changes, processes, and technology updates to the team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated expertise supporting complex robotic-assisted orthopedic procedures
Expert-level knowledge across robotic and digital surgery workflows and the VELYS ecosystem
Experience coaching and developing high-performing clinical professionals
Ability to balance direct customer engagement with people leadership and regional execution
Ability to influence surgeons, commercial partners, and hospital stakeholders without direct authority
Proficiency managing relationships and expectations with the Independent Sales Organization (ISO) network
Strong business acumen and understanding of capital technology adoption
Proactive ownership of log file reviews and platform adoption, translating procedural data into priorities and actions
Proficiency with CRM, analytics, and automation
Ability to travel up to 50% within the assigned region and up to 60% overall
Ability to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
401(k) savings plan
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; Colorado residents – 48 hours per calendar year; Washington residents – 56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
10 days [as stated in the posting]
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations