Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease and critical care. Training Manager will be responsible for designing and delivering a best-in-class European Internal Training Program, supporting all activities within the internal training department to ensure accomplishment of results as needed.
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.
Preferred candidate locations: Germany
Other possible candidate locations: UK, Italy, Spain, Portugal
Travelling is required: 60 % - you will be executing training in Garching by Munich and training / observing FCS in the field during their certification (Europe).
How you will make an impact:
1. Develop overarching training strategy and methodology for multiple curricula utilizing education principles (e.g., Bloom's taxonomy, VARK) to increase competencies about technical content for internal team members
2. Continuously assess the trainees and team members competencies
3. Adapt delivery to achieve training standards and outcomes utilizing technical expertise and education principles
4. Establish and maintain training projects timelines, drive communication to stakeholders
5. Objectively measure effectiveness of educational tools, resources and programs (e.g., post-meeting survey instruments, clinical field feedback) and lead the implementation of improvements
6. Support training content creation and review, ensuring documentation is targeted to the appropriate audience
7. Manage new product launches and ensure readiness in all Internal training aspects
8. Other incidental duties
What you'll need (Required):
9. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in health related area, 8 years’ experience healthcare industry required or Master's Degree or equivalent in health related area, 6 years’ experience healthcare industry required
10. Cardiology / Structural Heart expertise, experience
11. Imaging - Echocargiography knowledge is a big plus
What else we look for:
12. Proven ability to design and deliver trainings about medical device for cardiology, ideally structural heart interventional cardiology
13. Demonstrated ability to develop relationships to drive alignment of objectives. Ability to coordinate, build consensus and persuade others.
14. Proven knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Powerpoint and Excel
15. Excellent documentation, communication and interpersonal relationship skills
16. Strict attention to detail
17. Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
18. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
19. Project management skills
20. Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in Germany?
As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).
Edwards Lifesciences in Germany also offers the following benefits:
21. Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
22. Flexible working hours, remote working
23. Pension plan Risk
24. Insurance Meal Benefits
25. Service Awards Enhanced
26. Leave Benefits
27. Transportation Benefits
28. Employee Stock Purchase Programme
29. Employee Assistance Programme
30. Comprehensive Wellness Programme including onsite gym, yoga classes and massage, preventive health checks, healthy lifestyle webinars, educational events, charity activities and much 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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