Clinical Education Specialist

As a leading provider of innovative technologies for the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) and related conditions, electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe count on AtriCure to deliver best-in-class solutions that can treat even the most complex cases. Our Isolator Synergy Ablation System is the first and only medical device approved by the FDA for the treatment of long standing persistent Afib, our AtriClip Left Atrial Appendage (LAA) Exclusion System products are the most widely used LAA management devices worldwide, and we are expanding into pain management therapies. We invest in innovation, clinical science, and education to focus on improving lives for our patients' worldwide.

We foster a culture of inclusion by embracing diverse experiences and individuals where everyone's authentic self is welcome. We offer supporting programs and resources that provide enriching and equitable opportunities for each person to contribute professionally and personally.

Position Summary

The Principle Clinical Education Specialist will work in liaison with the Manager of Internal Training & Education to primarily be responsible for educating and assessing internal staff in the field and education of new hires in the classroom by coordination and execution of continuing education modules & programs. Other areas include training & education of our Distributor Partners and supporting the clinical education team with physician education when the need arises.

The position will ensure that the field sales and clinical teams are educated in our therapies and in the correct set-up and use of AtriCure devices and equipment, ensuring that best practices are implemented by the team in the field. It is essential that the person is a subject matter expert and can both relay their knowledge and assess the performance of the field individuals.

As new and improvements to current therapies evolve, the post holder must have the ability to learn and adapt quickly to educate and assess the field teams in these areas.

Who are You?

• You are looking for a growing international company within the Medical Device industry.
• You work well independently but as part of a team.
• You are positive and constructive in life, and you focus on the opportunities that are available.

What will you be doing?

• Administer individual training and mentoring programs for the field sales team.
• Help develop new content, learning tools, and competency assessments for the field.
• Maintain expertise and knowledge in relation to Company products and procedures, as well as current literature, key clinical papers, and trends in the industry.
• Coordinate & manage assessment to completion of the Employee Development File (EDF) for all new field employees.
• Help develop a Field Trainer program.
• Travel with Field trainers during case support to moderate/ensure quality standards of assessment are maintained during New Hire assessment.
• Support the Clinical Education team with physician education events.

A Little About Yourself

• A team player with the ability to work effectively and diplomatically with multiple functions including field sales, marketing, regulatory/compliance and engineering.
• A minimum of 3 years previous experience working in a medical device field as field sales and/or sales trainer capacity or 3 years or working in a cardiac surgery or electrophysiology field.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly presentation abilities.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Teams.
• Ability to travel 70% throughout EMEA.
• A fast learner who can quickly adapt to change.
• Fluent English language skills (both verbal and in writing).

This role has a big travel component throughout EMEA and the considered candidate can be based in either of the following countries: The Netherlands, Germany or the UK.

What We Offer

With AtriCure, you'll get the opportunity to work with a team that is passionately dedicated to improving the lives of patients with Atrial Fibrillation worldwide. It is also a company that will invest in your professional development to help you grow and be successful in your role.

In Addition, AtriCure Also Provides

• The chance to work with an international team with more than 20 different nationalities, with 130 international employees (on-site and in the field) which makes it a dynamic place to work.

The offer includes a competitive base salary, Company performance bonus plan, training and development opportunities, 28 days' annual paid leave, 2 days' volunteer time off + 1 cultural heritage day per year, mental health support benefit, and dynamic company events.

Our Process

• Please apply through LinkedIn or on our website. We would like to get to know you better so please feel free to share ample information about yourself and why you are interested in working with us.
• Once we have your application, our International Recruiter will contact you to find out more about your background and your expectations.
• The next steps include a meeting with the hiring manager to focus on key information about the role and to potential fit into the team. If this round is successful, you will get to meet a few of our team members to give you diverse perspectives about AtriCure.
• After all the interviews, we conduct reference checks to help us make the final decision.