Clinical Applications Specialist – Vascular

Merit Medical Oncology

Clinical Applications Specialist providing training on Merit medical devices and supporting field staff. Engaging with sales teams and medical personnel to enhance product knowledge and usage.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timePortland • Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical training and development, with a strong focus on medical product knowledge and effective communication. Capable of building relationships with healthcare professionals and providing ongoing support and education in a clinical setting.

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Clinical TrainingMedical Product KnowledgeExcellent Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical ExperienceTraining Development TechniquesAssessment TestingProduct EvaluationComplaint Resolution

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingFeedback AnalysisCoordinationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SpreadsheetsWord ProcessingDatabase Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered NurseCertified Cardiovascular TechnicianCertified Radiology Technician

Industry Keywords

Medical Device IndustrySales TrainingClinical FeedbackCEU CreditsRegulatory Authorities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides clinical training to various groups such as Sales Representatives, Tech Teams, Merit employees, Cath lab and Radiology staff, and physicians on all Merit products.
Answers clinical questions from doctors, technicians, sales representatives, etc.
Works with Sales Representatives in the field or customers to do evaluations and consultations or obtain complaint information.
Follows up on previous product evaluations and conversions or complaints that require additional information.
Establish relationships and builds confidence among lab staff, physicians, Sales Representatives, and customers.
May ensure clinical details involving customer complaints are documented.
May attend meetings to help determine which events/incidents require notification to regulatory authorities.
Liaison between the lab/customers and Sales Representatives.
May conduct assessment testing to ascertain the skill level and ability of those individuals being trained, and develop training curriculums and programs to improve knowledge, skill, and ability.
Conducts ongoing staff training and provide clinical feedback to resolve customer related issues.
Works in the field to support and train clinicians on the use of Merit products and to troubleshoot product related issues in the field.
May assist with the roll out of new products, including educating the Sales Representatives on the features and benefits.
Provides information on new technologies, procedures and changes in the medical device industry.
May develop product training and procedural materials.
May develop programs for labs to obtain CEU credits, in conjunction with an independent outside accrediting firm.
Works with the T.I.A. Department to improve existing products and the development of new products.
May make presentations at Regional and National meetings regarding new products, procedures, and customer complaint requirements.
Performs other related duties and tasks as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education and/or business experience equivalent to a related Bachelor's Degree.
A minimum of five years of hands-on medical experience.
Education and clinical experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse or Certified Cardiovascular or Radiology Technician preferred.
Medical product sales and sales training experience preferred.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to analyze feedback in a training environment to develop strategies to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities.
A thorough understanding of training and development techniques.
Good analytical skills and the ability to understand complex issues.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to coordinate large programs.
Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)
Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic
Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias
Employee Garden | Gardening Classes
3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays
401K | Health Savings Account