Clinical Specialist

Job Title Clinical Specialist (Respiratory Therapist) - Central region Requisition JR Clinical Specialist (Respiratory Therapist) - Central region (Open) Location CC-Field Offices - USA514 Additional Locations Baton Rouge, LA, Fayetteville, AR, Hattiesburg, MS, Jackson, MS, Little Rock, AR, New Orleans, LA, Salt Lake City, UT, Shreveport, LA, Sioux Falls, SD, St. Louis, MO Job Description The Clinical Specialist (CS) is responsible for developing, coordinating, and assuring implementation of corporate scientific and clinical strategies to these thought leaders within academic, clinical, and healthcare organizations. The Clinical Specialist will deliver clinical education to practicing clinicians, key thought leaders, and professional societies. In fostering the safe and appropriate use and application of Mallinckrodt products and services, they will provide expert guidance and education in the application, administration, and utilization of Mallinckrodt pharmaceuticals, devices, and technology, thus assuring the safe and effective utilization of Mallinckrodt products. The Clinical Specialist must remain current on therapeutic advances and competing therapies or products. This is a field-based clinical position requiring a strong clinical background in intensive care and education. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develop and maintain a high level of scientific expertise related to INOMAX and INOMAX delivery devices Provide in-service training on the use of Mallinckrodt products and delivery system, including the application and interface of a variety of respiratory delivery systems Support clinical research clinical trial site initiations by providing technical support throughout the study period, advising IST investigators on methods of delivery and trial design specific to drug delivery and feasibility, acting as a liaison between potential investigators and Medical Affairs, and supporting data and information collection on new devices prior to introduction to customers Identify and develop relationships with current or upcoming key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other prominent health care providers as they relate to both Mallinckrodt's marketed and pipeline products Serve as key clinical/scientific resource to these institutional accounts and their respective healthcare stakeholders Accurately respond to complex medical questions from institutional-based health care providers in accordance with approved company guidance for CSs and applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards and using approved content Identify, collect, and communicate insights related to competitor medical information and physician practice trends Document interactions and activities in appropriate databases, retaining and submitting required expenses and meting defined qualitative and quantitative objectives MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelors degree strongly preferred; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required Experience: Minimum 5 years Intensive Care Unit experience Minimum 2 years education or management experience Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Neonatal / Pediatric ICU experience preferred Creative problem-solver with strong business skills/acumen Exceptional organizational and time management skills Proven track record of success in establishing relationships with opinion leaders and in team management Ability to learn about products and competitive products quickly and comprehensively and effectively communicate that information Possess an understanding of both the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries; Strong understanding of clinical trial design and working knowledge of cGCP guidelines, particularly concerning Investigator Sponsored Research Committed to full compliance with all company SOPs, regulatory requirements, and applicable laws including PhRMA guidelines for field-based personnel RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS: This position reports to the National CS Director. The CS may have contact with internal colleagues in pharmaceuticals, marketing, sales, research and development, strategy and portfolio management, regulatory, technical services, and medical affairs team members. External collaboration includes professional societies, clinicians, policy-thought leaders, and various government personnel and agencies. Collaboration across a matrix organization is required. SCOPE OF POSITION: Ability to travel, locally and regionally, up to 80% of the time Applicants must possess a valid driver's license Mallinckrodt is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees as well as the health and safety of our business associates, customers, and the patients we serve. This position may require credentialing as part of the job responsibilities.