Field Clinical Specialist - Imaging

Patients with mitral and tricuspid heart valve disease often have complex conditions with limited treatment options. Our Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) business unit is boldly pursuing an innovative portfolio of technologies to address a patient’s unmet clinical needs. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

Since 2017, Edwards TMTT launched more than 4 products – transformational therapies in Europe led by its PASCAL and EVOQUE programs. Every patient is different - be an expert on our EVOQUE device / therapy and help patients suffering from mitral and tricuspid diseases!

The Field Clinical Specialist is responsible for educating physicians on EVOQUE technologies, device handling, implantation and troubleshooting techniques and case support by assigned hospitals / in assigned territories / regions.
 

Territory: Germany (Nordrhein-Westfalen, Rheinland-Pfalz) travelling required!
 

How you will make an impact

• Educate and train physicians, hospital personnel and hospital staff on all aspects of technical matters related to products and procedures including imaging through conducting and/or coordinating one-on-one ad hoc training sessions and in-service structured education programs on one technology.

• Provide moderately complex intraprocedural imaging support during beating heart studies for therapies

• Analyze, summarize, and present clinical baseline, procedural, and follow-up imaging (e.g., CT, echo, MRI, angiography) to provide inputs that support new product and procedure development and to support event investigations

• Collaborate with HCPs to develop imaging patient selection criteria and screening protocol

• Train field support team and/or HCPs on cardiac imaging procedures

• Provide on-site cardiac imaging support and guidance during clinical procedures to ensure optimal imaging during the implantation of transcatheter devices (if certified).

• Analyze imaging and/or oversee third party image analysis for patient screening and contribute an opinion to the assessment of potential cases

• Other incidental duties

Education and Experience:
 

• Bachelor's Degree in in technical field (e.g., clinical physiology, echocardiography), 3 years years experience of previous related medical device and/or clinical experience Required
  Working experience in clinical / technical environment advantageous

• Minimum of 2 years of previous related medical device and/or clinical experience required

• Valid driving license - travelling approx. 40 %

Additional Skills:
 

• Good imaging analysis software skills (e.g. 3Mensio, TomTec, Vitrea, Circle VI, etc.)

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills

• Ability to effectively guide and instruct other imaging specialists in clinical settings on effective imaging equipment operation

• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Ability to work in a team environment, fostering collaboration between inter-departmental teams, HCPs and KOLs

• Solid knowledge of relevant imaging equipment operation (e.g. 2D or 3D TTE/TEE/ICE, CT, MRI, etc.)

• Solid knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to cardiovascular imaging

• Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices

• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

What is  it  like  to work at  Edwards  Lifesciences  in  Germany?

As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).  

Edwards  Lifesciences  in  Germany  also  offers  the  following  benefits:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
• Pension plan
• Risk Insurance
• Service  Awards
• Company car
• Homeoffice equipment
• Enhanced Leave Benefits
• Employee  Stock  Purchase  Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive Wellness program including preventive health checks, healthy lifestyle webinars, educational events, charity activities and much more.

Benefits  are  regulated by  an  internal policy which contains the full details regarding  the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.