Sr Specialist, Clinical Imaging, TMTT (US Remote)

Edwards Lifesciences•USA-California-Remote, CA

3d•$108,000 - $153,000•Remote

About The Position

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 Sr 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. This role is remote, open to US based candidates. Occasional travel for training and department meetings at Irvine CA corporate headquarters required.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Associates degree in related field or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria required
Minimum five (5) years previous in-hospital clinical echocardiographic or cardiac sonography experience
Certification in relevant imaging modality training (RDCS, RCS)
Proficient in English language (speaking and written abilities)
Able to travel up to 15% (US based travel)

Nice To Haves

Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with imaging analysis software (e.g. TomTec, Xcelera, 3Mensio, TomTec, 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.
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Responsibilities

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.