Senior Medical Safety Specialist

Medtronic; Fridley (MN); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company is seeking a qualified medical expert to ensure patient safety throughout the product lifecycle. The role involves collaboration with multiple departments and requires a strong background in healthcare. With a flexible remote work arrangement and comprehensive benefits, this is an excellent opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Flexible remote work arrangement

Qualifications

• 4+ years of clinical experience, with 2+ years with an advanced degree.
• Active healthcare license and clinical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical expertise and safety assessments for the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and stakeholders.
• Evaluate safety signals and maintain knowledge of assigned products.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employer Industry: Medical Technology

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $160,800
- Eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) as a short-term incentive
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, and tuition assistance
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a global healthcare technology leader
- Flexible remote work arrangement with occasional travel
- Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on patient safety and innovative solutions

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide medical expertise and assessments to support patient safety throughout the product lifecycle
- Collaborate with various functions including Research and Development, Risk Management, Quality, and Regulatory
- Evaluate safety signals and author high-quality safety assessments based on clinical data
- Respond to safety inquiries from internal and external stakeholders with evidence-based medical safety input
- Maintain proficient knowledge of assigned products, therapies, and relevant scientific literature

What is Required (Qualifications):
- 4+ years of clinical experience (2+ years with an advanced degree)
- Active healthcare license with clinical knowledge and relevant patient care experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a biological science, preferably in healthcare or a medical profession
- Solid understanding of medical specialties, diagnoses, treatments, and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with cranial and/or spinal surgical specialties
- Familiarity with regulatory guidance from the European Medicines Evaluation Agency (EMEA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to adapt to new document systems
- Strong analytical skills to interpret and communicate medical assessments effectively

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