Field Clinical Specialist, Imaging - Italy

BU – Transcatheter Mitral & Tricuspid Therapies Patients with mitral and tricuspid heart valve disease often have complex conditions with limited treatment options. Our Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) business unit is boldly pursuing an innovative portfolio of technologies to address a patient’s unmet clinical needs. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

Deliver clinical education and operational expertise by providing education and training support within a specific modality or product portfolio to clinical end‑users.

How you'll make an impact

Act as a lead on all aspects within the therapy including imaging, integration and troubleshooting techniques related to equipment, software, tools and products required for clinical use (TOE, 3D TOE, MPR, ICE), including but not limited to intraoperative case coverage and coordinating one‑on‑one ad hoc training sessions and in‑service structured education programs in the Cath Lab.

Educate and train physicians, hospital personnel and hospital staff on all aspects of technical matters related to investigational products and procedures, including imaging, through conducting and/or coordinating one‑on‑one ad hoc training sessions and in‑service structured education programs on two or more technologies or one highly specialized technology.

Provide hands‑on, on‑site cardiac imaging support and guidance during TTVR and TEER procedures:

Guide real‑time imaging acquisition (TOE, 3D TOE, MPR, ICE) to ensure optimal visualization throughout the procedure.

Support imaging interpretation during key procedural steps (e.g., positioning, deployment, and result assessment).

Troubleshoot intra‑procedural imaging challenges in close collaboration with physicians to ensure procedural continuity and optimal outcomes.

Reinforce best practices in intra‑procedural imaging through direct, real‑time support in the Cath Lab.

Collaborate and provide recommendations to HCPs to develop imaging patient selection criteria and screening protocols.

Analyze imaging and/or oversee third‑party image analysis for patient screening and contribute an opinion to the assessment of potential cases.

Other incidental duties.

What you'll need (Required)

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in a technical field (e.g., Perfusionist, clinical physiology, echocardiography).

5 years of previous related medical device and/or clinical experience.

Master's Degree or equivalent – Preferred.

Ability to travel up to 80% depending on territory needs within Europe.

Fluent in both Italian & English.

What else we look for (Preferred)

One internal or industry similar certification (imaging).

Experience as a clinical specialist imaging/echocardiographer with TEE experience.

Good imaging analysis software skills (e.g., 3Mensio, TomTec, Vitrea, Circle VI, etc.).

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

Ability to effectively guide and instruct other imaging specialists in clinical settings on effective imaging equipment operation.

Strong diplomacy, influencing, and relationship management skills.

Demonstrated problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.

Substantial knowledge of relevant imaging equipment operation (e.g., 2D or 3D TTE/TEE/ICE, CT, MRI, etc.).

Substantial knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to cardiovascular imaging.

Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines.

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices.

Ability to work in a team environment, fostering collaboration between inter‑departmental teams, HCPs and KOLs.

Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures to prevent injuries and protect the environment.

For Italy, the base pay range for this position is 48000 € to 68000 € (highly experienced), in line with the applicable National Collective Agreement (CCNL Industria Chimico Farmaceutico).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on some objective criteria (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

For the purpose of determining the remuneration and job classification applicable to the position, the employment relationship shall be governed by the provisions of the National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL).

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Flexible working hours, remote working

Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Disability Insurance

Telemedical Services

Meal vouchers

Service Awards

Employee Stock Purchase Programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive Wellness programme including preventive cardiovascular screening, educational events, onsite office massage, virtual initiatives on nutrition and prevention, fruit in the office, charity activities and more.

Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.

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