Senior Specialist, Clinical Education THV (Western US)

Edwards Lifesciences; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company dedicated to transforming patient care through innovative technologies. As part of the Clinical Affairs team, you will play a vital role in supporting clinical trials and educating medical professionals on advanced cardiac devices. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact patient outcomes while collaborating with healthcare experts. With a focus on continuous improvement and evidence-based practices, you will help shape the future of cardiac care. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years clinician experience in intra-operative procedures.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site guidance during clinical trial implants.
• Develop training curriculum and materials based on clinical trial experience.

Skills

Intra-operative procedures

Clinical trial experience

Cardiovascular science

Medical device regulatory requirements

Hemodynamic monitoring technology

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. We generate extensive clinical evidence to demonstrate the effectiveness and safety of our innovations and how our products transform patients’ lives. As part of our Clinical Affairs team, you’ll hone your scientific curiosity and passion for evaluating data to increase access to pioneering technologies for patients in need. In close partnership with principal investigators, dedicated medical professionals, patient advocacy groups, and regulatory authorities, you will drive the evidence needed to optimize patient outcomes.

Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

You will make an impact by:

• Pre-Procedural, Intra-Procedural, Post-Procedural Case Support
• Represent the Clinical Affairs Research Team during clinical trial cases with investigating physicians, hospital staff and clinical research coordinators by providing on-site, real-time guidance during clinical trial implants, including contingency planning to address unforeseen occurrences in support of assigned clinical investigations
• Provide education on all aspects of the device, device handling, implantation and troubleshooting techniques related to equipment, tools and products required for device implants
• Document procedural case observations for insights in investigating post procedural events

• Education Support
• Develop and continuously improve training curriculum, training materials and training tools, based on clinical trial experience
• Educate and train physicians, hospital personnel and hospital staff on technical matters related to investigational products and procedures through conducting and/or coordinating one-on-one ad hoc training sessions and in-service structured education programs
• Throughout clinical investigations, provide physicians and medical staff with required follow-up support to ensure continuity of education and technical support related to all aspects of clinical research
• Assist in Clinical Monitoring activities
• Ensure device accountability by tracking the location of all clinical trial devices. Manage inventory to include par levels, expiration dates, and initiate shipments and returns of investigational products according to regulatory and company guidelines
• Collaborate with product development teams to provide feedback on device iterations and new device development

What you will need (Required):

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years clinician experience in intra-operative procedures acquired from Registered Nursing Degree curriculum (RN), or in positions such as Radiologic Technologist (RT), Operating Room Technician (ORT), or Cardiovascular Technician (RCIS) or related medical device, clinical, or Certification in RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) within ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) OR equivalent experience
• Ability to travel up to 75%

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Experience in interventional cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, hemodynamic monitoring technology
• Knowledge and understanding of cardiovascular science
• Moderate understanding of medical device regulatory requirements and documents, device accountability and adverse events reporting

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $131,000 to $186,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.