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Europe

United States

Strategized with Directors to underline the need for streamlined processes of clinical programimplementations, resulting in the development of the ‘Clinical Liaison Program Manager’ role● Directed and coordinated 28 clinical program implementations throughout the US while administering logistics and training of new, national accounts● Advised physicians during live surgical procedures on utilization of AtriCure technology● Facilitated the strategic implementation of program… Show more Strategized with Directors to underline the need for streamlined processes of clinical programimplementations, resulting in the development of the ‘Clinical Liaison Program Manager’ role● Directed and coordinated 28 clinical program implementations throughout the US while administering logistics and training of new, national accounts● Advised physicians during live surgical procedures on utilization of AtriCure technology● Facilitated the strategic implementation of program development, curriculum and training videos to provide coaching for OR staff on the use of 5-6 AtriCure product lines for cardiac technology; Education/training of pre & post procedure nursing units● Trained European clinical teams and 3 US clinical staff to ensure full coverage of Atricure’s client sites; Hired an additional ‘Clinical Liaison Program Manager’ to take over West Coast accounts as a result of increased demand. Show less

Orchestrated the patient recruitment for 7 clinical sites while collaborating with site coordinators and internal marketing team, increasing overall enrollment of patient recruitment for Atricure’s CONVERGE Study● Consulted on development and execution of clinical trial enrollment activities, post-approval studies and IDE clinical trials

Administer training and mentoring programs for the Company’s ablation products, including highly technical training performed in the surgical suite. Present technical information at regional training sessions, both in-person and via webinars. Assist in the development of educational materials, including surgical videos. Leverage and continue to cultivate an in-depth network of physicians and hospital staff within the EP/Cardiologylab and surgical areas. KOL Development in… Show more Administer training and mentoring programs for the Company’s ablation products, including highly technical training performed in the surgical suite. Present technical information at regional training sessions, both in-person and via webinars. Assist in the development of educational materials, including surgical videos. Leverage and continue to cultivate an in-depth network of physicians and hospital staff within the EP/Cardiologylab and surgical areas. KOL Development in assigned territory Show less

Administer all aspects of practice encompassing 7 offices, 11 physicians and 60+staff members, overseeing daily operations, A/R, A/P, human resources, and regulatory compliance. Hold accountability for $10M budget, managing purchasing, inventory, telecommunications, information systems and EMR/Meaningful Use submission. Support a fast-paced culture with a focus on accountability, efficient service, and a dedication to the administering daily processes effectively and accurately. Oversee… Show more Administer all aspects of practice encompassing 7 offices, 11 physicians and 60+staff members, overseeing daily operations, A/R, A/P, human resources, and regulatory compliance. Hold accountability for $10M budget, managing purchasing, inventory, telecommunications, information systems and EMR/Meaningful Use submission. Support a fast-paced culture with a focus on accountability, efficient service, and a dedication to the administering daily processes effectively and accurately. Oversee compliance training, medical billing, general accounting and contract negotiations. Champion all aspects of human resources functions, including: recruitment, training/development, employee relations, compensation/benefits, disciplinary actions, and payroll processing. Manage monthly meetings, attend quarterly executive meetings. Track malpractice insurance and stayed abreast of all new and emerging healthcare trends. Review online presence and coordinate website design. Institute campaigns to elevate visibility and elevate marketing/PR. Cultivate reputation as an ethical professional demanding and delivering the highest standards of professional excellence.-Slashed insurance expenses by 28% by negotiating contracts; reduced supplies on medical and office by 6% and 8%.-Streamlined payroll costs that generated a 24-26% savings with an increase of revenues by 4% and 6% with billing.-Authored and delivered a new employee handbook, prepare new manuals on various operating procedures. -Spearheaded strategic planning, analytical and policy evaluation by providing sound recommendations.-Lead application process and submission for F&A's fellowship program and received approval by ACFAS making it the first in F&A's history. Show less

Somerset, Nj

Specialized consulting role to implement US standards through strategic Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and staff training, mentoring, coaching, and development. Identify strategies to improve productivity and lead training and implementation of ambulatory call center clinics’ policies and procedures. Trained staff on the functionality and scope of the online paperless system.

Drove medical strategy, vendor selection, implementation, and management of medical educational and clinical plan. Developed and customized content for training materials. Played an instrumental role in sales force training. Managed numerous educational projects, including grant coordination, tracking and budgeting. Cultivated key medical opinion leader relationships within the healthcare professionals. Directed strategy of advisory boards; coordinated publication plan, Increased Investigator… Show more Drove medical strategy, vendor selection, implementation, and management of medical educational and clinical plan. Developed and customized content for training materials. Played an instrumental role in sales force training. Managed numerous educational projects, including grant coordination, tracking and budgeting. Cultivated key medical opinion leader relationships within the healthcare professionals. Directed strategy of advisory boards; coordinated publication plan, Increased Investigator sponsored trials, KOL development. Educated health care professionals on product information and clinical uses.▪ Served as core member of Clinical Affairs Leadership Team and Research Team. ▪ Successfully aligned medical brand strategy, traveled nationwide to facilitate and optimize customer relations. ▪ Facilitated the identification, evaluation, and support of research grants for field studies. Show less

Have worked in several capacities at Hackensack. In the Operating Room as a Staff Nurse (Part-Time/Weekend shifts) since 2001. The following are other positions held with time frames:Level III RN Team Leader, Operating Room 2000 - 2001RN- Same Day Surgery Unit & Operating Room 1998 - 2000Unit Coordinator, SDAR/SAM Unit 1995 - 1998Materials Manager, Operating Room 1989 - 1995Scheduling Coordinator, Operating Room 1987 - 1989Surgical D.A.R. Unit… Show more Have worked in several capacities at Hackensack. In the Operating Room as a Staff Nurse (Part-Time/Weekend shifts) since 2001. The following are other positions held with time frames:Level III RN Team Leader, Operating Room 2000 - 2001RN- Same Day Surgery Unit & Operating Room 1998 - 2000Unit Coordinator, SDAR/SAM Unit 1995 - 1998Materials Manager, Operating Room 1989 - 1995Scheduling Coordinator, Operating Room 1987 - 1989Surgical D.A.R. Unit Clerk 1985 - 1987 Show less

Medical Training Specialist - Medical Affairs Steered cross-functional team through the development of new medication delivery technologies, focusing on therapeutic areas in diabetes, oncology, pain management, and for prophylactic and therapeutic vaccines. Performed extensive market analysis. Monitored and managed product safety and efficacy, providing training and coaching to peers as needed.▪ Initiated various clinical studies encapsulating product development, regulatory… Show more Medical Training Specialist - Medical Affairs Steered cross-functional team through the development of new medication delivery technologies, focusing on therapeutic areas in diabetes, oncology, pain management, and for prophylactic and therapeutic vaccines. Performed extensive market analysis. Monitored and managed product safety and efficacy, providing training and coaching to peers as needed.▪ Initiated various clinical studies encapsulating product development, regulatory submissions, and marketing claims of new and marketed medical devices. Customer Education Specialist - BD.id ▪ Delivered clinical insight into product development, coordinating post-market surveillance of products for safety.▪ Led multi-functional teams to include PACE product development projects and/or products. Show less

Bsn, Nursing

Activities and Societies: Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society Zeta Omega Chapter-at-Large

Aas, Nursing