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Associate Sales Rep, Structural Heart, Cardiac Surgery (Atlanta, GA)
Abbott Laboratories · 🇺🇸 United States - Georgia - Atlanta
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 73 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 28 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Abbott Laboratories paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Territory Manager” (Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products) in NY: $76k–$76k, median $76k. Most were filed at wage level I (100%) — 1 lottery entry, ≈15% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Abbott Laboratories
The US Department of Labor certified 73 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 28 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: • Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. • Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. • An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution • Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. • A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. • A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity The Associate Sales Rep will be responsible for calling on physicians and hospitals to sell and educate on Abbott cardiac surgery medical devices in an assigned geography. • Conduct regular office visits to educate on products, indications, and patient selection criteria, focused on the valve portfolio, clinical benefits, and lifetime management. • Coordinate and deliver product in-services for clinical staff, as well as develop and service new and established accounts, suggest and present new products. What You’ll Work On Sales & Business Development - • Call on physicians, labs, and hospitals to promote and sell Abbott medical devices. • Identify and pursue opportunities to increase product utilization and market share. • Assist in launching new products and expanding into low-penetrated accounts. Customer Engagement & Education - • Present product information to healthcare professionals to drive awareness and adoption. • Build and maintain relationships with cardiology community and education on patient pathway for treatment options. • Attend trade shows and conferences to network and stay informed on industry trends. Field Inventory Management - • Manage consigned inventory across hospitals. • Conduct routine cycle counts and full inventory audits to maintain accuracy. • Replenish inventory proactively based on case volume and forecasted demand. Market Intelligence & Reporting - • Monitor competitor activity, pricing, and product offerings. • Analyze sales statistics and prepare reports to inform strategy. • Conduct territory analysis and contribute to strategic planning. Administrative & Compliance - • Complete administrative tasks such as expense reports, scheduling, and travel planning. • Adhere to company policies, including Travel & Entertainment (T&E), AdvaMed, and Integrity guidelines. • Participate in all trainings for regulatory, OEC, and clinical purposes. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree required. • Minimum 1 year of sales experience. • Proven track record of results and commitment to success. • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. • High level of coachability, self-motivation, and team collaboration. • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related applications. • Willingness to travel up to 30% and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. • Verific