Cardiac Scientist - Cardiologist

The Cardiac Scientist reports to the Senior Manager, Medical Operations, under limited supervision, for performing evaluation, analysis, report generation, and quality control activities for cardiac safety data (for example, ECG, Holter) collected for clinical trials. There is extensive communication with site personnel, ICONplc Project Management and the Physician Readers, including Cardiologists.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzing Holter data for arrhythmia, ischemia, conduction disorders, or heart rate variability

• Producing Holter reports

• Extracting ECGs from Holter data

• Evaluating ECGs for quality and performing quality control on ECGs

• Evaluating 12-lead ECGs, including measurement of PR, QRS, QT/QTc intervals, or ST segment if required, and quality control on Holter reports

• Determining and confirming interpretations for ECG and Holter data, that is, perform responsibilities of Physician Reader, if requested by customer

• Scanning, digitizing and measuring paper ECGs, including measurement of QT intervals

• Participating in required Medical Imaging & Cardiac Safety Solutions training in GCP, Quality System Procedures and other job related training and maintaining required proficiency levels

• Demonstrating initiative, professionalism and adaptability in problem-solving

• Maintaining professional development through participation in professional meetings and career development programs

• Understanding and supporting the Medical Imaging & Cardiac Safety Solutions mission, priority and Company values

• Demonstrating real team player qualities and strong stress management skills

• Proven ability to work on an independent basis and demonstrating knowledge of medical terminology are mandatory

• Flexibility to work outside the normal business hours, when necessary, is required

• Must be able to interact and communicate in English, both orally and written

• The physical demands are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job

Education:

• Medical diploma (MD) required

Work Experience Level:

• Formal training or on the job training in reading and interpretation of ECGs and Holter scans required

• Medical diploma (MD) with minimum three (3) years of clinical, research or other relevant experience preferred

• Minimum three (3) years of ECG and arrhythmia recognition/interpretation are strongly preferred

• Clinical trial industry experience preferred

Knowledge/Abilities -Technical Skills:

• Team player qualities and strong stress management skills

• Proven ability to work on an independent basis and demonstrating knowledge of medical terminology are mandatory

• Computer literacy and training and experience in Microsoft Office products required

• Communication Skills (Verbal/Written): Must be able to interact and communicate in English, both orally and written

Benefits of Working in ICON:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That s why we ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.

We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.

But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.