Advanced MCS Specialist

Abiomed - Danvers, MA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Danvers, MA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Advanced MCS Specialist at Johnson & Johnson is a key role within the Abiomed Team, focusing on providing clinical education, support, and training related to advanced mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) in cardiac surgery. This position is remote and involves collaboration with various teams to ensure effective training and utilization of Abiomed products, ultimately aiming to optimize patient outcomes and drive product adoption.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain a medical education repository for internal training specific to cardiac surgery and Impella 5.5 utilization trends.
• Build and deliver field education in collaboration with peers globally to ensure uniform training and messaging on the use of Abiomed Surgical Products.
• Liaise with the Office of Medical Affairs to provide clinical support for Impella 5.5 insertion, management, troubleshooting, and explant.
• Serve as a commercial resource to the Abiomed field team, engaging directly with customers through clinical discussions and presentations.
• Attend and support major national and international conferences, disseminating messaging on management paradigm shifts and emerging trends.
• Contribute to new surgical product launches and commercial indication expansions.
• Work closely with cross-functional partners to develop strategies, tools, and training initiatives focused on Impella use.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• One of the following clinical licensures required: Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician's Assistant, Certified Cardiac Perfusionist, Respiratory Therapist, Echo Sonographer, or another Allied Health Professional.
• A minimum of 5+ years of acute clinical experience in the cardiac operating room.
• 3+ years of direct clinical management or bedside care of post-operative cardiac critical care patients.
• 3+ years of direct clinical management or care of patients supported by temporary mechanical circulatory support, including Impella heart pumps and VA ECMO.
• 1+ year direct clinical experience with Impella 5.5.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience developing clinical curriculum for adult learners.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree
• Experience with other MCS commercial systems
• Medical device industry experience

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities