In honor of Talent Acquisition Day (first Wednesday of September), we want to recognize our amazing Talent Acquisition team here at CONMED! Learn more about each team member, below!

Kim P., HR Leader Foot & Ankle and Global Director of Talent Acquisition, Joined CONMED in 2018

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

TA Found me! It was the leadership at CONMED and culture that had me pursue my first true recruiting role and use my relevant experiences to win in TA.

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

We hire talent, put you in positions that capitalize on your strengths, and reward performance! If you perform, there is a long career and growth opporutnity at CONMED, just like I’ve personally experienced.

Rachel D., Talent Acquisition Manager, Commercial & University Recruitment, joined CONMED in January 2021

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

I stumbled upon a career in TA by accident, but completely fell in love with it once I got into it. I enjoy deeply understanding the company I am recruiting for, building relationships with the leaders that I support, and being able to not only help candidates find their place at CONMED, but then continue to grow as they are here too!

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

For me, it is always our growth story! We are able to see the impact of our company’s growth every day by the patient lives that we touch. This growth creates a culture and energy that is unlike any I have ever been a part of which is exciting, fast paced, and constantly changing. In addition, not only are we growing as an organization, but through that growth we are creating opportunities for our current employees to grow as well.

Erica F., Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Joined CONMED in October of 2014.

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

At my previous job during college, I got involved in the hiring and training process and found that it was something that I really enjoyed. This inspired me to pursue my master’s degree in human resources management. I grew up in the Utica, NY area and was always familiar with CONMED so when I saw an HR opening, I instantly applied. I started on the Benefits team and shortly transitioned to Talent Acquisition as they were in the beginning stage of building out the TA Team at CONMED.

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

I love to share with CONMED all of the endless opportunities that we offer. Being here for 10 years now, I have been able to see so many of my colleagues (and myself!) grow their careers, move into other areas of the business that they had interest in, take on new challenges, and so much more. If there is something you are interested in doing or learning more about, even if it doesn’t exist today at CONMED, with hard work and CONMED’s support, you can make anything happen here.

Sommer Grace H., Associate Recruiter & Candidate Care Specialist, I support the Internal Team, Joined CONMED in November 2021.

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

After graduating my MBA program, I had a strong desire to enter the Medical Device industry as I knew I wanted to be on the business side of the medical industry. Talent Acquisition perfectly blended my love for connecting with people, helping people have a career in a field they are passionate about, and ultimately finding the talent that helps the end patient receiving our products. I have found Talent Acquisition to be a challenging and rewarding field that changes every day!

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

When I speak with candidates, I love to tell them about our wonderful team environment and how CONMED really fosters internal growth for our employees. I have always felt supported, challenged, and encouraged by my teammates. I am also a great example of how CONMED champions growth, as I have seen it in my own career from starting as a Candidate Care Specialist Post-Graduate Intern, to being hired as the Candidate Care Specialist and growing into an Associate Recruiter & Candidate Care Specialist role. All of my growth is thanks to my wonderful manager and team. The people here are what makes CONMED a great place to work.

Alyssa R., Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Joined CONMED in August of 2021

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

I have always been passionate about healthcare and helping others. I minored in HR Management and Talent Acquisition piqued my interest the most! I started working at a hospital in Indianapolis as a Talent Acquisition Associate right out of college and the rest is history!

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

The culture! I love sharing about our wonderful leaders and the endless growth opportunities. The opportunities I have been given at CONMED, I probably wouldn’t find anywhere else! Since we are a growth company, you never know where your career could take you here and that is super exciting for anyone who wants to grow and develop.

Bailey P., Sales Recruiter supporting the Orthopedics division. Joined CONMED in July of 2022.

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

My journey into Talent Acquisition has been deeply influenced by my background as a competitive athlete, where I developed a relentless drive to excel and a passion for nurturing talent. In my previous role within the medical aesthetics field, I had the opportunity to be directly involved in the hiring, sourcing, and management of talent. This experience ignited a genuine passion for Talent Acquisition as I realized how impactful it is to match the right people with the right roles and contribute to their professional growth.

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

When talking with candidates, my favorite aspect to share about CONMED is our genuine commitment to supporting and nurturing our employees. At CONMED, we truly prioritize your well-being and encourage you to pursue your passions while leveraging your unique talents. This commitment to personal and professional growth creates an environment where you’re not just another employee, but a valued member of a team that invests in your success.

Laura F. Talent Acquisition Business Partner. Internal. Joined CONMED February 2024.

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

I have a background in sports medicine and coaching. I find enjoyment in building strong relationships with others and helping to develop them. Talent Acquisition allows me to help people daily while working closely with a team. I specifically enjoy working for a medical device company because at the end of the day I know we are making a difference in people's lives.

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

CONMED is truly such an amazing place to work. I love talking to our candidates about our 5 pillars and how we make sure everyone we hire at CONMED sees themselves aligned with these values. There is such fulfillment working for a company that has strong values that start at the executive leadership level. It really sets the tone for our company culture and you feel that as an employee here.

Kristan H – Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Supporting Engineering, IT, Operations, R&D, Legal, Human Resources, and Finance roles. Joined CONMED in 2023.

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

I started my journey in HR when I was a junior in college working at BJ’s Wholesale Club. I started off as an HR associate supporting new hire orientation, I9 documentations etc and it evolved from there.

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

My favorite thing to share about CONMED is what we do makes a difference is the everyday lives of so many people. That truly resonates with me.

Katie G., Sales Recruiter focusing on Advanced Surgical, Advanced Endoscopic Technologies, and Foot & Ankle Sales divisions. Joined CONMED in May of 2022.

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

I came from being a neonatal critical care nurse, so I had a total career change and a very non-traditional route. I loved nursing, but knew if I ever got out of it, I would highly enjoy the medical device space. I had a lot of exposure to it as my husband was a sales rep for Stryker and now CONMED. I loved the competitive nature, and the fact that it is a sales business that puts the patients first. I am still very clinical, so I get a lot out of working for a company that is focused on clinical innovation and a patient first mindset. I fell in love with CONMED as I was interviewing due to the people and culture and ultimately ended up landing a job on the talent acquisition team where I get to use a lot of my strengths.

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

I love sharing my background, as it shows how you can come from any environment and still thrive at CONMED. We are a talent-based organization and are much more focused on the individual person and what they can bring to the table as opposed to just the type or number of years of experience on their resume. I also love sharing stories of internal mobility as we do such a great job at keeping people in the company and finding different roles that suit them the best for their career journey.

Vanessa M., Associate Recruiter, Hourly Ops, Joined CONMED in January 2023

What led you to a career in Talent Acquisition?

A passion for connecting people with opportunities and building strong teams led me to a career in TA.

When talking with candidates, what is your favorite thing to share with them about what makes CONMED a great place to work?

As CONMED continues to grow, it brings a wealth of new opportunities for our internal employees to advance and develop their careers.

Interested in a career at CONMED? Connect with us on LinkedIn and join our Talent Community to learn about our future openings.