Ortho R&D Technical Writer

CONMED Corporation • Largo, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ortho R&D Technical Writer is responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining high-quality documentation that supports regulatory compliance and product usability. This includes Instructions for Use (IFU), user manuals, labeling content, and technical specifications for medical devices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technical writing within the medical device or regulated industry.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, MDR, ISO).
• Proficiency in document control systems and tools (Windchill preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical documentation in compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and other regulatory standards, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Create detailed user manuals including step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and troubleshooting guides for healthcare professionals and patients.
• Collaborate with engineers to interpret CAD drawings and technical specifications for accurate documentation.
• Ensure all documentation meets readability standards for diverse audiences and complies with global regulatory requirements.
• Perform gap analysis on existing documentation and implement improvements for clarity and compliance.
• Coordinate with regulatory teams to prepare submission-ready documents for FDA and EU MDR approvals.
• Maintain document templates and style guides to ensure consistency across all product lines.
• Conduct peer reviews and validation checks to guarantee technical accuracy and usability.
• Manage document revisions and version control within PLM systems (e.g., Windchill).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
• Employee Referral Program incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior