Clinical Applications Engineer

Primary Function of Position
The Clinical Applications Engineer (CAE) reports to the Manager of Clinical Applications Engineering. The
CAE plays a critical role in the early adoption of new technology expanding access to robotic minimally
invasive care. This individual will be primarily focused on building and supporting early users through their
system learning curve and provide technical expertise on the system as applicable during clinical
procedures. They will play a crucial role in transitioning users from their initial training to proficiency with
the system and its use. They will also be responsible for providing guidance and perspective to design
engineering about system usage nuances within the market they serve.
 

Essential Job Duties
Provide procedural support to new robotic system sites to promote safety and effective
progression
Collaborate with global Clinical Applications Engineering and Endoluminal Sales to support new
users through their early learning curve
Provide expert clinical product and technical assistance and training to physicians and clinical
staff on the effective use of Intuitives equipment during clinical procedures
Identify key areas of concern for clinical users for procedure adoption and collaborate with
training and development partners to evaluate and address them
Drive collaboration and maintain consistent open lines of communication across the assigned
responsibilities with the global Clinical Applications Engineering team as well as the development
teams.
Collaborate with peers and development engineering partners to develop and share best
practices and product feedback
Stay current on company products instructions for use (IFU) best practices and technical
troubleshooting as well as relevant scientific clinical literature and new product information

Prioritize and appropriately respond to requests in a high-stress
environment.

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Experience
A minimum of 2 years of technical or clinical experience in healthcare
Experience navigating hospitals and supporting procedures required
Self-starter who performs well with autonomy and can be flexible in a dynamic work
environment
Problem solver who can maintain composure and think critically in high pressure environments
Highly collaborative and works well in a remote team environment
Effective communication skills including oral written and interpersonal. Strong situational
awareness
Experience working with highly complex technical systems and/or working in a critical patient
care setting with physicians and support staff
Ability to seek out and process large amounts of data to translate information into actionable
insights
Desire to learn and build new skills
Ability to travel up to 70% located near a major airline/rail hub and ability to work nights and
weekends as needed
Ability to independently prioritize and manage travel logistics and complete associated
administrative tasks in a timely manner
Ability to travel on a moments notice and support cases across varying geographies; comfortable
booking and utilizing all forms of travel

Required Education and Training
Bachelors degree in biomedical engineering or in healthcare-based field
Working Conditions
 

Additional Information :

Due to the nature of our business and the role please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

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This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidates experience knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidates qualifications consistent with applicable law.

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages inclusive of base pay incentives benefits and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role as actual pay will be determined based on several factors including experience skills and qualifications. The target base compensation ranges are listed.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time