Clinical Specialist I

Clinical Specialist I

This Clinical Specialist I is an entry-level position within STERIS Procedural GI's Clinical team that focuses on new product efforts, which may include sourced, acquired or internally developed products. This individual will provide clinical expertise, support market research in the form of Voice of Customer and execute product evaluation activities for new products. The Clinical Specialist I will become familiar with the process of New Product Development, as well as for Third Party product introductions and contribute deliverables as required under FDA Design Controls or otherwise. Prototype validation testing with the use of simulated models is a key function of this role. This position is cross functional in nature and the individual must be able to work on teams with a variety of business functions, keeping patient safety and clinical outcomes at the forefront of many decisions.

What You'll Do as a Clinical Specialist

• Collects Voice of Customer feedback from doctors and nurses within the GI Endoscopy field regarding existing and new product development projects. Voice of Customer can include feedback on prototypes, explanation of user needs relative to a particular device or procedure, competitive device preferences, etc. It can be gathered in person, virtually, through conferences, literature, etc. Presents the Voice of Customer collected and provides clinical and patient-centered input to assigned Cross Functional Team.
• Collaborates with multiple functional roles throughout the product development process, providing Clinical perspective and personal expertise in GI Endoscopy, until the product is released to the market for sale.
• Exhibits working knowledge of both the various product development processes and FDA Design Controls relevant to this role.
• Supports projects throughout the Stage Gate process by providing clinical input and deliverables (such as contributions to Risk Analysis (DFMEAs), development of Instructions for Use, contributions to Clinical Evaluation Reports and Literature Search Reports, Design Validation Plans, etc., as needed.
• Conducts verification testing on new products and competitive products.
• Supports Hands-On Workshops and Key Opinion Leader development initiatives to support commercial training and acceptance of products.
• Delivers Contact Hour presentations to provide CE credits.
• Reviews and contributes to marketing collateral (brochures, videos, quick reference guides, article summaries, etc.) for clinical accuracy.
• Provides general endoscopy support and education, as needed.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Registered Nurse with minimum of 5 years hands on GI endoscopy experience
• Ability to travel

Preferred

• Hands on experience assisting in Therapeutic Endoscopy procedures
• Surgical or pulmonary experience is desirable

Skills

• Decision making
• Solution-oriented and collaborative
• Positive attitude
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work within a cross functional team and consider multiple viewpoints
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, online literature searches)

What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future.

Here is a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

Pay range for this opportunity is $79,687.50 - $103,125.00. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Open until position is filled. STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.