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.
Edward´s Field Clinical Imaging Specialist delivers clinical education and operational expertise by providing education and training support within a specific modality or product portfolio to clinical end-users.
This is a national role, field based in the UK based role. There will be regular travel, predominantly in the South UK / London and with occasional travel nationwide. We would be flexible to consider candidates based in the South East or Midlands area who are happy to travel.
How you will make an impact:
Act as a lead on all aspects within the therapy including imaging, integration and troubleshooting techniques related to equipment, software, tools and products required for clinical use including but not limited to intraoperative case coverage and coordinating one-on-one ad hoc training sessions and in-service structured education programs in the Cath Lab
Provide expertise on intraprocedural imaging support during beating heart studies for therapies. Provide knowledge transfer to team members
Provide education on all aspects of the device, device handling, implantation and troubleshooting techniques related to equipment, tools and products required for device implants.
Educate and train physicians, hospital personnel and hospital staff on all aspects of technical matters related to investigational products and procedures including imaging through conducting and/or coordinating one-on-one ad hoc training sessions and in-service structured education programs on two or more technologies or one highly specialized technology
• Analyze, summarize, and present clinical baseline, procedural, and follow-up imaging (e.g., CT, echo, MRI, angiography) to provide inputs that support new product and procedure development and to support event investigations
Collaborate and provide recommendations to HCPs to develop imaging patient selection criteria and screening protocol
Train field support team and/or HCPs on cardiac imaging procedures
Provide on-site cardiac imaging support and guidance during clinical procedures to ensure optimal imaging during the implantation of transcatheter devices.
Analyze imaging and/or oversee third party image analysis for patient screening and contribute an opinion to the assessment of potential cases
What you will need:
Bachelor's Degree or above
Significant Imaging experience and expertise, with a strong knowledge of cardiology (e.g., clinical physiology, echocardiography)
5 years experience of previous related medical device and/or clinical experience Required
Full driving licence
What else we look for:
1 internal or industry similar certification (imaging) required
Experience as clinical specialist imaging/echocardiographer with TEE experience required
Good imaging analysis software skills (e.g. 3Mensio, TomTec, Vitrea, Circle VI, etc.)
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to effectively guide and instruct other imaging specialists in clinical settings on effective imaging equipment operation
Strong diplomacy, influencing and relationship management skills
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Substantial knowledge of relevant imaging equipment operation (e.g. 2D or 3D TTE/TEE/ICE, CT, MRI, etc.)
Substantial knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to cardiovascular imaging
Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices
Ability to work in a team environment, fostering collaboration between inter-departmental teams, HCPs and KOLs
What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in the United Kingdom?
As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).
Edwards Lifesciences in the United Kingdom also offers the following benefits:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
Flexible working hours, remote working
Pension Scheme (double matching)
Risk Life Insurance and Group Income Protection
Private Medical Plan
Service Awards
Enhanced Sick Leave Benefits (Income Protection)
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Employee Assistance Program
Comprehensive Wellness Program including health and wellness subsidy, onsite gym, massages, fresh fruit in the office, financial webinars, discount cards and much more.
Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.