Clinical Education Manager Switzerland/Austria

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Overview

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation that has fueled our rapid business growth and continued expansion across the globe.

At our state-of-the-art manufacturing plants in the US and The Netherlands, we develop advanced surgical technologies for minimum invasive surgery. Throughout 30 years, Applied has earned a strong reputation in healthcare as a leading provider of advanced medical devices.

At our European headquarters in The Netherlands, we support the implementation of our innovative products across Europe through our local sales teams and via our distributors in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. What connects us all is our mission to improve the quality and affordability of healthcare by enhancing patient outcomes through innovative design and exceptional product quality.

If you would like to be part of an innovative and rapidly growing international organization that makes decisions based upon what is right for the patient, customer, community, and environment , then Applied Medical is the place for you!

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Clinical Education Manager who will provide external clinicians training opportunities with focus on Applied Medical’s advanced medical devices, to meet their educational needs. You will coordinate all aspects of various hands-on training programs for different areas (transanal surgery, hand-assisted surgery, single-incision surgery, and basic laparoscopic skills). Moreover, you will provide support during cadaveric and porcine simulation courses, including operating room proctorships.

You will focus on the clinical education needs of our existing and potential customers the region (Switzerland and Austria) in close cooperation with our local sales teams. In addition, you will be involved in the development of clinical education initiatives for our European entities (15).

You will be based in Switzerland (preferably in the Zurich area) and you report to the Manager Clinical Education.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize the training needs for our customers
• Support the development and implementation of appropriate strategies/plans
• Manage all aspects of the training courses, including selecting faculty and facilities, developing the agenda, providing educational material and technical support
• Build relationships with surgeons and societies that Applied Medical can partner with in order to deliver high-quality training
• Define and implement the necessary training tools and simulation model
• Evaluate and support 3rd party training courses
• Coordinate all aspects of proctorships, such as selecting proctors and attending procedures
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of the relevant surgical procedures and products
• Manage the budget for Clinical Education activities
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s education level
• 5+ years of experience in a similar or related role
• Fluency in English and German, both written and spoken
• Good communication skills in French are preferred
• Knowledge of the colorectal, general, bariatric, urology and/or gynecologic surgery and products
• Knowledge of European healthcare systems and dynamics, specifically in the region of Switzerland and Austria
• Valid driver’s license
• Availability to travel frequently (~70%), including occasional evenings and weekends
  

We Offer

• A challenging position within a fast-growing, dynamic and innovative company
• Extensive training in our products and their application at our European training facilities (NL)
• Good remuneration package including commission and a lease car
• Opportunities for personal development, growth and continuous learning
• Education reimbursement program
• International working environment
  

Interested?

Would you like to be part of our expanding team? If the answer is yes, we’d love to get to know you and look forward to hearing from you!

For more information regarding our hiring process, click here . If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via recruitment-eu@appliedmedical.com or +31 (0)33 7548713.

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As a healthcare company, it’s of the utmost importance to keep our teams safe and healthy in this ever-changing COVID-19 environment. We highly encourage our team members to get vaccinated to help protect each other, our families, our customers, and our visitors, as we work together to help end the pandemic.

Please be aware that many hospitals within Europe expect all medical company representatives to be fully vaccinated, to limit the risk of spreading the virus and protecting their patients and staff.