Clinical Specialist II, Oncology, Midwest
Clinical Specialists will provide guidance on the SYNC-T therapy procedure and use of device, thereby enabling physicians and staff to reach expert proficiency. The Clinical Specialist II provides clinical procedure assistance and oversight to physicians and other members of the clinical site team.
The Clinical Specialist II will provide clinical support for investigational site physician and research staff training. This role will also train and mentor other Clinical Specialists on the team, providing guidance and troubleshooting issues as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as primary resource for clinical support in SYNC-T procedure case coverage.
- Educate clinical site team on the proper clinical usage of investigational product/device by giving presentations and demonstrations using a wide variety of formats and platforms (e.g., slides, transparencies, manuals).
- Attend clinical procedures in the Operating Room, Interventional Radiology Lab, and/or Procedure Room to ensure compliance and successful execution of procedure.
- Train the clinical site team to assist in good patient outcomes and verbally support cases.
- Develop technical acumen to serve as an educational and clinical resource.
- Demonstrate appropriate interactions with all healthcare providers.
- Reconciles inventory/usage as well as missing inventory.
- Assist in the delivery of procedural training with physicians and medical staff.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Respond to clinical site needs and complaints regarding products by developing creative and feasible solutions or working with other related personnel (e.g., clinical operations, medical affairs, product development) to develop optimal solutions.
- Complete site case reports to include narrative summary of each case attended and details on any instances of deviations from the plan.
- Assist internal staff in development of Investigational Plans as required and maintain thorough technical knowledge of study-related products and procedures.
- Assist in creating best practice roadmaps for training of the procedure.
- Provide input to Research and Development regarding product enhancements or new product development ideas learned through physician interactions and clinical observations.
- Work with internal resources and play a role in the creation of training materials for clinical sites and Syncromune personnel that will be interfacing with clinical sites.
- Assist in the recruiting and training of additional Syncromune team members for the field, preparing them for interaction with clinical sites.
- Participate with complaint investigations from the clinical sites to determine root cause and solutions.
- Acquire and maintain current knowledge of perioperative surgical technology practice and hospital and Ambulatory Surgical Center policies and procedures.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements:
Education/Experience:
- Associates degree with RT(R) (Radiologic Technologist), with 10+ years of Clinical Specialist/Rad or Surg Tech experience (preferably with a medical device company) or equivalent experience, OR
- RN (Registered Nurse), BSN (Bachelor Science in Nursing), NP (Nurse Practitioner), MSN (Master’s Nursing) or PA (Physician’s Assistant) degree with at least 5 years of Clinical Specialist/Rad or Surg Tech experience (preferably with a medical device company).
Additional Experience:
- Prior experience with Surgical Oncology and Interventional Oncology preferred.
- Patient interaction experience within a procedure lab/operating room environment preferred.
- Ability to deliver disease and therapy education to clinical site research teams, in order to ensure study compliance.
- Working knowledge of current regulatory requirements, and best documentation practices related to clinical studies.
- Experience assisting with the creation of presentations of clinical research study information and preparation of training materials for investigational sites, in-house employees and new hires.
Knowledge/Skill:
- Strong scientific acumen and ability to grasp complex scientific and technical concepts.
- Familiarity with 21CFR, ISO, ICH, GCP, and relevant regulations, standards, directives, and guidance is essential.
- Excellent analytical and research skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven matrix environment.
Working Conditions:
- This is a home based, remote role based in the MidWest with travel.
- The work environment shall be split between a virtual office environment and the Company headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
- Domestic and International travel up to 75%
- Must have current passport or willingness to obtain immediately
- Must be able to successfully pass a background check, drug testing, and other applicable vendor credentialing requirements
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
- Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands
- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
Syncromune is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to, the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.
Expected US salary range: $125,000-$140,000
This position generally is eligible for cash incentive compensation, equity incentive compensation, and employee benefits under the Company’s benefit plans.