The Clinical Specialist is a resource for the execution of the Medication Delivery Solutions value-added clinical business strategy. The role implements clinical programs and initiatives that differentiate the MDS product portfolio based on improved clinical outcomes and process enhancements which may result in a lower cost-in-use. The expertise and credentials of the Clinical Specialist enhances the credibility of recommendations to customers and strengthens customer service and support. This support to customers is achieved through recommending best practice and facilitating education. The Clinical Specialist actively engages in conversion management, product implementation and training of Medication Delivery Solutions products.
Job Description
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As directed by the Clinical Manager, the Clinical Specialist role will be focused on, but not exclusively limited to, the activities outlined below:
Performance:
Manages their responsibilities within the allotted T&E expense budget.
Provides updates monthly to the Clinical Manager on regional training activities and support provided in region (CE courses, Assessments, Implementations, Customer Meetings, etc.) per activities delineated in the Individual Impact Goals.
Facilitates customer training classes in support of conversion or retention for key customers
Collaborates with the Regional Team to clinically support customer engagements from pre-sale through post-conversion.
Develops strong, working relationships with end- users while providing product in-servicing and clinical education.
Provides routine follow-up support to customers at end-user locations as needed.
Conducts regional training for contractual nursing support as needed.
Works with CM and RBM to ensure scheduling and activities produce the greatest return on investment.
Conducts VAM assessments supporting both Hazardous Drug Safety and Vascular Care sales bags.
People/Process:
Aids sales personnel by building strong, working relationships with end users during product in-servicing and clinical education programs.
Works in concert with the Regional Team to ensure the sales and conversion management process is clinically effective throughout the timeline of pre-validation to retention.
Establishes excellent rapport with TMs across both selling bags, RBM and CM. Works collaboratively with Region.
Collaborates with the Sales Team in key account management strategy sessions
Provides clinical support, training and education for Regional Team members as needed
Shares standard processes with the Business, Territory Managers, ATMs, Regional Business Managers, Strategic Customer Group, Area VPs and their counterparts as they continue to enhance MDS programs and processes.
Provides training activities that help increase the clinical competence for new hires as well as tenured Territory Managers.
Manages the On-call Specialist (OCS) schedule to include coordination of team meetings for consistency of message and briefing of issues.
Has responsibility for managing the Regional Team of per diem nurses at the account level to ensure the provision of the highest level of training to our customers.
Trains and mentors contract nursing staff to consistently help build their clinical competence, while identifying high potential nurses within this group to be considered for the role of Clinical Specialist.
Works primarily in a geographically defined territory; however, based on account clinical needs, could assist outside of the region.
Position Requirements:
Registered Nurse with a Bachelor's degree (BSN is preferred).
Five (5) years of general clinical experience, including three (3) years' experience with Oncology nursing and Intravenous Chemotherapy Administration experience required.
CRNI or VA-BC certification recommended
Ability to travel up to 70% of the time.
Strong communicator with effective verbal and written skills
Proven training skills to conduct educational courses
Possesses strong understanding and knowledge of infusion therapy, vascular access and key disease states served by MDS products
Provides sales and customer product support for existing and prospective customers
Collaborates with customers and internal staff to develop clinical materials as needed
Follows corporate and divisional regulatory policies and approval metrics when creating and delivering educational material
Collaborates with business units through the Clinical Manager to develop and revise marketing materials
Participates in trade shows to promote the company's product lines
Networks and participates in local, state and national chapter affiliations (i.e. INS,ONS
Reports complaints regarding the company's products and service per BD's company policy
Maintains confidential information including proprietary information
Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued license driver's license with 3 years of consecutive driving history and meet BD's auto safety standards'.
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Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles. $100k-$120k - Annual Range includes Base + Incentive
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