Principal Perioperative Education Specialist - Mountain West and West Coast Job Listing at AtriCure in United States of America (Job ID 8258-Virtual)

Description

Who We Are    

AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and related conditions. Afib affects more than 33 million people worldwide. Electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe use AtriCure technologies for the treatment of Afib and reduction of Afib related complications. AtriCure's Isolator® Synergy™ Ablation System is the first medical device to receive FDA approval for the treatment of persistent Afib. AtriCure's AtriClip® Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion System products are the most widely sold LAA management devices worldwide. AtriCure's Hybrid AF™ Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that provides a lasting solution for long-standing persistent Afib patients. AtriCure's cryoICE cryoSPHERE® probe is cleared for temporary ablation of peripheral nerves to block pain, providing pain relief in cardiac and thoracic procedures. For more information, visit AtriCure.com or follow us on Twitter @AtriCure.

We foster a culture of inclusion by embracing diverse experiences and individuals where everyone's authentic self is welcome.  We offer supporting programs and resources that provide enriching and equitable opportunities for each person to contribute professionally and personally.

What Impact You Can Make 

• Lead and strategize program implementation support for minimally invasive approaches & open concomitant procedures/programs with a focus on patient care management along the pathway, including disease state, anticoagulation recommendations and pain management discussions.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive educational program focusing on the company's product(s) and perioperative patient management for clinicians, including PAT/ICU/step-down units, office-based staff and operating room within assigned geography.
• Drive the formulation and dissemination of clinical best practice resources for internal/external training and program development to include algorithms and protocols in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead the design and implementation of a standardized clinical training pathway to support the safe and effective adoption of AtriCure innovative solutions for approved procedures and indications.
• Build and sustain relationships with clinicians, hospitals, and other key stakeholders to support clinical education objectives and to develop educational modules.
• Maintain expertise and knowledge in relation to AtriCure products and procedures, as well as current literature, key clinical papers, and trends in the industry.
• Collaborate closely with internal personnel to ensure all documentation related to HCP education is properly completed and submitted for the Company's internal records system.
• Provide leadership and guidance with cross-functional teams for internal and external customer support, including training related activities.

 
What You Bring      

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Nursing, Health Sciences); advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years clinical experience. Clinical experience in the inpatient care unit specializing in cardiac electrophysiology, cardiovascular, interventional, or critical care, or in an outpatient cardiology-related clinic setting is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1-year medical device or pharma industry experience, preferably in a clinical education role.  
• Experience in cardiac procedures with Atrial Fibrillation and left atrial appendage management is preferred
• Experience with pain management and multimodal strategies is preferred. 
• Must exhibit a thorough working knowledge of typical hospital policies.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative patient management, minimally invasive approaches, and open concomitant procedures.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of hospital staff.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor content to various audiences.
• Ability to work effectively and diplomatically with internal personnel to execute Company strategy, including senior management and sales personnel.
• Proficient with Outlook and the Microsoft Office suite, including Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Customer Relation Management (CRM) and expense tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong project management skills.
• Ability to travel 75%, including overnights and occasional weekends.

• Ability to pass account and hospital credentialing processes.

What We Offer in Return  

• Competitive Salary plus yearly bonus
• The base pay range for this position is $130,000 to $176,000 (high experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience and more).
• Car allowance, gas and cell phone reimbursement, expense account, stock
• Health care (medical, dental, vision, health savings account) and wellness programs
• 401K retirement savings plus match
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO): We encourage your community and philanthropic involvement
• Extended Parental Leave
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on December 31, 2024

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AtriCure has a variety of benefits available for US based employees and their families.  Examples include Medical & Dental beginning day 1 of employment, 401K plus match, 20 days of paid Parental Leave, in addition to maternity leave, for new moms and dads, Volunteer Time off, Pet Insurance, and more.   Corporate-based employees also have full access to our on-site fitness center and cafeteria.  To see a complete list of our benefits, please visit our careers website: https://www.atricure.com/careers-atricure/benefits. AtriCure participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity of and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here https://www.e-verify.gov/ AtriCure is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and provides Drug Free Workplaces. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, protected veteran status, status as an individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law(s).