Junior AFFERA™ Mapping Specialist CAS

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life Bring your talents to a leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions. Rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation, our medical technologies open doors. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Join us for a career that changes lives. Atrial fibrillation affects over 33 million individuals worldwide and is the most common form of serious arrhythmia. Being in a fast-growing cardiac ablation business segment and with recent acquisition of the Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System, we are poised to provide innovative solutions to address unmet needs for many patients. We are seeking a talented and motivated Affera™ Therapy Account Consultant to join our team to further drive the growth of the business. Reporting to the operating unit this role is critical in providing expert clinical and technical support and training to physicians and EP Lab Staff on the optimal use of the Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System. For this position, you are expected to be based in Cape Town, South Africa. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned: Provide proficient clinical and technical assistance to physicians and EP Lab Staff on the use of the Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System and related equipment (Generators, SW functionalities, pump and accessories) Provide in-service training to introduce new technologies to various hospital stakeholders and ensure technology acceptance Be an active participant to the development of advanced clinical workflows Play an active role in the planning and effective installation of the Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System and efficiently collaborate with the technical department Work closely with the education team and support the development of training centers Share clinical best practices with colleagues to continuously optimize customer experience Demonstrate a high level of responsiveness to customer or other internal and external stakeholders Participate in regular territory reviews in the account team with the Sales Manager Participate in regional and occasionally international congresses, symposia and workshops. Required Knowledge and Experience: Bachelor's or Engineer’s degree required in bio- medical or mechanical engineering, electrical or related scientific disciplines Clinical electrophysiology experience or experience in the medical device and life sciences industry is highly appreciated Ability to work in electrophysiology labs and achieve vendor credentialing 1-3 years of experience in independently supporting EP mapping procedure or other RF ablation procedure (peripheral vascular or oncology field). Ability to manage high-stress situations with a clear problem-solving mindset. Must have a valid driver’s license. Fluency in English and local languages of Western Cape, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Independent, responsible, and decisive, with flexibility and willingness to travel as required.   Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.      Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.       About Medtronic We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.  We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here