Tru-D Support Specialist - Minneapolis

PDI•Minneapolis, MN

39d•$55,000 - $62,000

About The Position

Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI, Inc. provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing 3 areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team! POSITION PURPOSE The Tru-D Support Specialist (TSS) is one of the primary contacts after the point of sale to new and existing Tru-D customers within a geographic area. The TSS will work with the local Regional Sales Manager (RSM) to align and communicate customer needs. The TSS is charged with driving the customer’s disinfection program success and building one-on-one relationships with Tru-D operators and managers. The TSS must have the ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of Tru-D stakeholders including but not limited to Environmental Services (EVS) staff and management, Infection Preventionists, Operating Room Directors & staff, Bed Control, Epidemiologists, Facilities/Operations, VPs, CNOs, COOs and other C-Suite executives that may monitor Tru-D programs from a high level.

Requirements

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and basic knowledge of salesforce.com preferred
Knowledge of Healthcare and the Healthcare Environment preferred, Customer Service experience required
Reliable for efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential. Ability to learn quickly and multitask.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Supports Sales, Clinical Affairs, Program Management and Field Service to help ensure customer goals and objectives are aligned with the customer’s disinfection goals and objectives
Responsible for service of existing devices and supporting the execution of Tru-D warranty obligations. Specifically: Identify, manage, mitigate and escalate service issues(s) – Execute repairs, troubleshooting and upgrades, including software, tablet and device. Perform annual preventative maintenance service calls.
Will provide training to new and existing accounts on Tru-D device operation and use of accompanying software (remote control and web-based applications). Training to include initial, retraining, new staff training and shadowing of Tru-D Operators.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers to ensure high customer satisfaction and program effectiveness
Act as a point of contact for all customer, product-related enquiries and work collaboratively with each department to address issues that may arise
Monitor client performance with the use of internal Tru-D software tools and dashboards, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and reports to drive utilization.
Provide liaison support to determine root cause, assess customer needs and supply solutions to the customer to improve their program.
Support the implementation of new and add-on devices with the ability to demo the device and program
Support sales presentations, demos and trade shows as needed
Maintain accurate records and communication of Tru-D’s customer relationship and needs in Salesforce.com and other Tru-D internal management tools
Maintain knowledge of the competitive environment while understanding and having the ability to communicate the core differentiators of the Tru-D device over competitive offerings
Daily activity will consist of traveling to multiple hospital facilities within the territory, adjusting travel as needed by customers
Up to 80% of overnight travel may be required
Work schedule may vary to support second and third shift training
Included in rotation for on-call support of our 24-hour hotline

Benefits

Medical, behavioral & prescription drug coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental
Vision
401(k) savings plan with company match and profit sharing
Basic and supplemental Life and AD&D insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short & long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Advocacy Program
Legal services, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, ID theft and fraud protection, pet insurance and employee discounts.
sick & safe leave, vacation, company & floating holidays, paid parental leave, and depending on the position we also offer summer hours and flex place/flex time options.