Clinical Specialist (Merit Oncology) - Chicago, IL

100 Merit Medical Systems, Inc.; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device manufacturer is seeking a Clinical Specialist in Chicago, IL. This role involves providing clinical training, answering medical inquiries, and supporting product evaluations in the field. Candidates are expected to have relevant medical experience and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Medical/Dental & Other Insurances

401K | Health Savings Account

3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of hands-on medical experience.
• Clinical experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical training to various groups.
• Answers clinical questions and supports customers with product evaluations.
• Conducts ongoing staff training and troubleshooting product-related issues.

Skills

Product training

Skill assessment testing

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Registered Nurse or Certified Cardiovascular Technician

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Apply locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR111957

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Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Provides clinical training to various groups such as Sales Representatives, Tech Teams, Merit

employees, Cath lab and Radiology staff, and physicians on all Merit products.

2. Answers clinical questions from doctors, technicians, sales representatives, etc.

3. Works with Sales Representatives in the field or customers to do evaluations and consultations or

obtain complaint information.

4. Follows up on previous product evaluations and conversions or complaints that require additional

information.

5. Establish relationships and builds confidence among lab staff, physicians, Sales Representatives,

and customers.

6. May ensure clinical details involving customer complaints are documented.

7. May attend meetings to help determine which events/incidents require notification to regulatory

authorities.

8. Liaison between the lab/customers and Sales Representatives.

9. May conduct assessment testing to ascertain the skill level and ability of those individuals being

trained, and develop training curriculums and programs to improve knowledge, skill, and ability.

10. Conducts ongoing staff training and provide clinical feedback to resolve customer related issues.

11. Works in the field to support and train clinicians on the use of Merit products and to troubleshoot

product related issues in the field.

12. May assist with the roll out of new products, including educating the Sales Representatives on the

features and benefits.

13. Provides information on new technologies, procedures and changes in the medical device

industry.

14. May develop product training and procedural materials.

15. May develop programs for labs to obtain CEU credits, in conjunction with an independent outside

accredit firm.

16. Works with the T.I.A. Department to improve existing products and the development of new

products.

17. May make presentations at Regional and National meetings regarding new products, procedures,

and customer complaint requirements.

18. Performs other related duties and tasks as required.

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or business experience equivalent to a related Bachelor's Degree.

• A minimum of five years of hands-on medical experience.

• Education and clinical experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse or Certified Cardiovascular or Radiology Technician preferred.

• Medical product sales and sales training experience preferred.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to analyze feedback in a training environment to develop strategies to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• A thorough understanding of training and development techniques.

• Good analytical skills and the ability to understand complex issues.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to coordinate large programs.

• Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other

applicable software programs.

$90,000-$120,000 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

COMPETENCIES

• Product training

• Skill assessment testing

• Training curriculum/program development

• Product trouble shooting

• Interpersonal communication skills

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers .

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.

About Merit Medical

Founded in 1987, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit serves client hospitals worldwide with a domestic and international sales force and clinical support team totaling in excess of 500 individuals. Merit employs approximately 6,000 people worldwide with facilities in South Jordan, Utah; Pearland, Texas; Richmond, Virginia; Aliso Viejo, California; Maastricht and Venlo, The Netherlands; Paris, France; Galway, Ireland; Beijing, China; Tijuana, Mexico; Joinville, Brazil; Ontario, Canada; Melbourne, Australia; Tokyo, Japan; Reading, United Kingdom; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Singapore.

UNDERSTAND. INNOVATE. DELIVER.

Merit Medical is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit has made it a priority to understand customers, innovate, and deliver life-changing products and services.