Clinical Specialist, NeuroSurgery - East / 466

Aesculap is the largest worldwide supplier of surgical instruments and implants for all disciplines including neurosurgery, microsurgery, ENT, plastic and reconstructive, thoracic, micro-vascular, cardiovascular, orthopedic, laparascopic, general surgeries and central processing. We were founded in Germany in 1867 and have been in operation in the U.S. since 1977. Our U.S. corporate office is located in Center Valley, Pennsylvania.

Position Description:

Aesculap is the largest worldwide supplier of surgical instruments and implants for all disciplines including neurosurgery, microsurgery, ENT, plastic and reconstructive, thoracic, micro-vascular, cardiovascular, orthopedic, laparascopic, general surgeries and central processing. We were founded in Germany in 1867 and have been in operation in the U.S. since 1977. Our U.S. corporate office is located in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. Aesculap, Inc., has an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Specialist - NeuroSurgery for the Eastern part of the US. Candidates should live in the Eastern part of the US.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:Responsible for the clinical support of Aesculap-Miethke proGAV® Programmable Shunt System, accessories, and existing shunt products. In addition, other Neurosurgery products as assigned.SPECIFIC DUTIES:• Coordinates and conducts in-services for clinical staff prior to product evaluation.• Provides on-site clinical support to accounts during the product evaluation process.• Supports sales representatives in demonstrations to nursing management and hospital administration as scheduled.• Works with Product Management to develop quality education/in-service materials.• Works with Neuro Field trainer and Product Management to develop and deliver sales force training and clinical training programs.• Provides ongoing clinical support to sales force.• Maintains an accurate record of sales and pending accounts, surgeons, and other key people.• Assists at Aesculap Academy courses and convention workshops as required.• Participates in trade shows and convention activities as required.• Completes special projects as assigned.JOB LEVEL:• Uses professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways, complete projects as assigned and achieve goals.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:• Advanced degree and or clinical specialist certification, nursing education or in-service background a plus. Sales and/or customer relation management background also a plus.• Registered nurse preferred with at least 2 years experience or other relative clinical experience.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:• Must be able to travel by air or car, and work weekends as required.• Requires excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.• Computer skills in Microsoft Windows, Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office.SUPERVISION: Must be able to work independently. Normally receives no instruction on routine work; general instructions on new assignments.EQUIPMENT USED IN POSITION:Telephone, personal computer, laser printer, calculator, fax machine, copy machine, MS Word for Windows, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and surgical instruments associated with the product line.Aesculap offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, company sponsored pension and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about Aesculap and our products, please visit us on the internet at www.aesculapusa.com An EOE.