Clinical Technical Support Specialist: Hybrid Remote/Onsite

Werfen; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Technical Support Specialist to provide exceptional assistance to customers and field personnel. In this role, you will troubleshoot a variety of instrument-related issues, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem resolution. Your expertise will also contribute to training new team members, fostering a collaborative environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to deepen your knowledge of cutting-edge medical technologies while playing a vital role in customer support. Join a team that values your skills and dedication to excellence in the healthcare diagnostics field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line contact for instrument assistance via phone.
• Troubleshoot instrument problems and assist in training new personnel.
• Enhance knowledge of products to provide effective support.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

MS Windows Proficiency

Typing Skills

Lotus Notes

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering

Equivalent Experience

Tools

MS Windows

Lotus Notes

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

Position Summary:

Under direction of the department manager, provides technical assistance to customers and Werfen field personnel within a product line responsibility. Troubleshoots, over the phone, answers a broad range of technical questions regarding instrument performance, instrument capabilities, QC concerns and other product concerns as required. Assists in the training and direction of new personnel within the department.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities:

• Provides first line contact on phone calls for instrument assistance (hardware/software/methodology) when possible, resolves issue with customer during first contact.
• Obtains and records necessary information from customer to provide adequate and useful record of contact and problem encountered.
• Troubleshoots instrument problems with customer or Werfen field personnel, ascertaining customer's willingness and ability to perform necessary tasks.
• When required, obtains necessary information and dispatch service request to appropriate Field Service Representative.
• Assumes responsibility for call until it is transferred to the field.
• Assists in training and guidance of new department personnel.
• Enhances personal knowledge of Werfen products and other disciplines to increase ability to provide rapid, effective support.
• Acute Care Diagnostics product line specialists participate in on-call rotation after hours/weekends and holidays.
• Hemostasis product line specialists assist as needed/required with covering off-shift hours/weekends/holidays and/or on-call responsibility.
• Represents the department within Werfen as required to provide proper information for problem resolution.

Budget Managed (if applicable):

• N/A

Internal Networking/Key Relationships:

• To be determined based on department needs

Skills & Capabilities:

• Must have good organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, work under pressure and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, peers and management through oral and written presentations I reports.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Windows operating systems versions.
• Proficient skills in typing, Lotus Notes, Excel, Word and other job critical applications

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a clinical setting
• Previous customer support experience is desirable

International Mobility Required:

• No

Travel Requirements:

• <5% of the time