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Novocure
Device Support Specialist (Washington, DC)
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What they do
An Electronic Medical Records Specialist organizes records with patient medical diagnosis and treatment information, and maintains medical record databases. Gathers and reviews data for medical records and assigns codes needed for insurance billing. Uses electronic health records software to manage records and databases.
$62,165 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Device Support Specialist, Washington DC Field-Based | Full-Time | Exempt Make a direct impact on patients. Enjoy Monday-to-Friday, 9-to-5 schedule. Novocure's mission is to extend the lives of people living with aggressive cancers. As a Device Support Specialist (DSS), you will collaborate directly with people receiving our therapy, providing education, practical support, and guidance on our medical devices. This is an opportunity to use your healthcare or patient-facing experience outside of a hospital or shift-based environment. You will visit patients in their homes, build relationships, solve problems, and manage your own territory. What you can expect
- $54,000-$63,000 base salary, depending on qualifications and experience
- Eligibility for an annual bonus
- Company cars provided, including fuel, insurance, and maintenance.
- Monday-Friday, approximately 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- No regular nights or weekends
- Medical benefits and 401(k) contribution
- Daily meal stipend when traveling
- Training, development, and opportunities to build a long-term career. What you will do
- Visit patients primarily in their homes, with occasional clinic visits, to provide education and support on our therapy.
- Build relationships with patients and caregivers while providing compassionate, practical support.
- Explain information clearly, answer questions and help patients and caregivers understand their therapy.
- Troubleshoot medical equipment and help resolve issues.
- Manage your territory independently, including scheduling visits, planning your day, driving between appointments, and completing follow-up.
- Maintain accurate documentation and complete required training and administrative activities.
- An associate's degree with 2-3 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience.
- Experience working directly with patients, caregivers or people receiving healthcare services.
- Effective communication, empathy, and emotional intelligence.
- The ability to explain information clearly and patiently.
- The ability to work independently, manage a territory and build strong relationships.
- A valid driver's license and comfort with significant driving (approximately 60% travel).
- The ability to lift to 50 pounds.