Job Description:
Position: OCS Specialist, Italy - Please submit CV in English
Location: Bari
Reports to: Country Manager - Italy
The OCS Specialist for Italy will be responsible for the clinical aspects of the Organ Care System (OCS Lung/Liver/Heart) and supports the use of the OCS in Italy and other countries/geographies as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES INCLUDE:
Following hands-on training and OCS Certification in all relevant organ platforms, will apply OCS knowledge during organ retrieval, preservation, transport and assessment according to TransMedics protocols and policies
To the extent allowable by law, works full-time on a variable on-call schedule to ensure coverage of cases that may occur anytime, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Travels as needed to clinical sites within EU transplant network and potentially other geographies to support OCS cases as described above.
While supporting OCS cases, communicates regularly with the TransMedics EU Clinical Programs and Training Lead to relay real time updates and escalate issues
Supports national and regional events by providing clinical expertise to the sales team, customers, and prospective customers
Prepares (with support and review of senior colleagues) and presents internal case reviews following the use of OCS
Manages equipment stored at logistics hub in Rome or Padua on a weekly basis (preventative maintenance, inventory counts and testing)
May support site initiation, assist with refresher training and provide clinical guidance to clinical users
Collaborates with cross-functional TransMedics departments in driving adoption of the OCS technology in the Italian market and potentially beyond
Assists with delivering training to the sales team about OCS functionality
Conducts literature analysis and presents findings to management
Conducts market and competitive analysis
May attend national and international congresses
Performs other TransMedics tasks and duties as required
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be fluent in written and spoken Italian and English
Must reside close to one of the hubs
Must hold a degree in Techniques of Cardiocirculatory Pathophysiology and Vascular Perfusion (or equivalent) plus at least 3 years of relevant experience in a clinical setting or BSN with experience in CVICU, CVOR, CATH LAB, ED, or Transplant or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be highly flexible and willing to support sites on nights, holidays and weekends, as needed
Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to establish and maintain long term trusted relationships (internally and externally)
Excellent customer facing and customer engagement skills
Strong work ethic and accountable for personal & organizational results
Proven track record of working calmly and professionally in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Ability to adjust to changing priorities.
Computer literacy with Microsoft Office, Concur expense management
Every Organ Wasted is a Life Not Saved.
TransMedics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for patients worldwide. Our mission is to help save more patients’ lives by increasing access to viable donor organs for those who are awaiting an organ transplant. To accomplish this mission, we partner closely with transplant stakeholders worldwide and help expand their access to healthy donor organs, while delivering the highest quality technology, service, clinical care and outcomes.
Driven by a passion for improving patient care, we make the impossible possible and keep our employees at the center of everything we do. Together, we strive to enhance the quality of life for transplant recipients and their families, fostering hope and healing in the journey toward better health.
Maximize your potential at TransMedics, Inc.
www.TransMedics.com
Employee Benefit:
Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
Dental
Vision
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401K Plan
Pet insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
