Senior Specialist, Clinical Imaging, TMTT

Edwards Lifesciences; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences seeks a Senior Specialist, Clinical Imaging to analyze multiple imaging modalities for case planning in the US TMTT team. The role is remote for US-based candidates with occasional travel to Irvine, CA headquarters for training and meetings.

You will lead CT and other imaging analyses, train clinicians, and manage data in CRM systems to support transcatheter therapies. Strong radiology imaging knowledge and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in related field required.
• Minimum 7 years of in-hospital clinical echocardiographic experience required.
• Cardiac imaging accreditation (RDCS or RCS) preferred.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze 3D CT reconstruction for case planning and provide a comprehensive imaging report.
• Perform CT reconstructions beyond the field team's scope to optimize outcomes.
• Track case planning through CRM and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Train field team and health care providers on CT imaging and case planning strategies.
• Enter case planning measurements into CRM software.
• Identify gaps and recommend CT acquisition process improvements.
• Design training content on image analysis for stakeholders.
• Support QA and process-improvement initiatives for team members.
• Participate in knowledge-transfer sessions to review challenging cases.

Skills

Strong communication

Diplomacy & relationship management

Problem-solving

Team training

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in related field

RDCS or RCS accreditation (preferred)

Tools

TomTec

3Mensio

Xcelera

Vitrea

Circle VI

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

Patients with mitral and tricuspid heart valve disease often have complex conditions with limited treatment options. Our Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) business unit is boldly pursuing an innovative portfolio of technologies to address a patient’s unmet clinical needs. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey. As a Senior Specialist, Clinical Imaging you will be responsible for the analysis of multiple imaging modalities for the case planning team for the Transcatheter Mitral & Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) US commercial team. This position will play a key role in supporting the case planning needs for the EVOQUE Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement Therapy US field team for achievement of exceptional procedural outcomes. Role is remote, open to US based candidates. Occasional travel for training and department meetings at Irvine CA corporate headquarters required.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Analyze 3D Computed Tomography reconstruction for cases for BU case planning to determine measurement suitability for anatomy for BU implantation. Provide comprehensive imaging report for case planning purposes.
• Perform CT reconstructions that are beyond the scope or experience of the field team in support of case planning to optimize patient outcomes.
• Responsible for tracking case planning process through multiple technical platforms in partnership with the analyst, field team, sales operations, information technology, and external stakeholders.
• Train field team and/or health care providers on CT and other imaging modality acquisition and interpretation and provide guidance on case planning strategy execution.
• Responsible for entering data for case planning measurements into CRM software.
• Identify gaps and provide recommendations on CT acquisition process improvements.
• Design and develop training content relevant to image analysis for stakeholders (e.g., field support team and/or health care professionals).
• Assist in the execution of quality assurance processes and other process improvements for team members (e.g. field teams).
• Participate in knowledge transfer sessions with field team to review challenging cases to identify process improvement optimization.

What you’ll need (required):

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria required
• Minimum 7 years’ experience of previous in-hospital clinical echocardiographic experience required
• Relevant cardiac imaging accreditation (e.g., RDCS or RCS) preferred
• Able to travel up to 10%

What else we look for (preferred):

• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with imaging analysis software (e.g. TomTec, 3Mensio, Xcelera, Vitrea, Circle VI, etc.)
• Substantial knowledge of relevant imaging equipment operation (e.g. 2D or 3D TTE/TEE/ICE, CT, MRI, etc.)
• Moderate to advanced knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to cardiovascular imaging
• Demonstrates professional communication skills
• Able to effectively guide and instruct other imaging specialists in clinical settings on effective imaging equipment operation
• Requires strong diplomacy, influencing and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Substantial knowledge of relevant imaging equipment operation
• Strict attention to detail
• Must be able to work in a team environment, fostering collaboration between inter-departmental teams, HCPs and KOLs.
• Commitment to following all company policies and requirements, including Environmental Health & Safety guidelines

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.

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.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $108,000 - $153,000 (highly experienced).

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