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Medical Liaison CDE
Location:San Francisco Area
Contact: Bob Weinstein, The Carolan Group, 609 714-8947, Lweinst650@aol.com
01/06/09
Unique CDE Opportunity 
Practice Therapeutics is currently partnering with Novo Nordisk to utilize Certified Diabetes Educators to deliver a diabetes management program. The focus of this program is to assist health care practitioners to improve their management of diabetes. This is a full time field based position.  The Educator will conduct education regarding diabetes standards of care to primary care office staff and physicians to assist in better management of their diabetes patients. CDE position available in the San Francisco and surrounding area. 

Ideal candidate will possess:
•RN or RD with four year degree
•Current certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator required
•Valid driver’s license in good standing in the state in which the Clinical Educator will be located

Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
•Conduct educational programs in primary care offices
•Coordinate program implementation with office staff
•Implement new programs to keep existing staff up-to-date
•Work independently in a field-based role
•Manage multiple tasks
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Strong presentation experience
•Enthusiastic, ability to motivate others

Full benefits and compensation $70,000.00 to 75,000.00 range, car allowance, gas card, and bonus.

Interested Candidates should forward resume and cover letter to: anna.marucci@practicetherapeutics.com -or- call Practice Therapeutics Recruitment at 908-307-7575.
12/17/08
DESCRIPTION - Medical Science Liaison Diabetes - Los Angeles, CA
TERRITORY: Southern California
PURPOSE:
Within Medical & Scientific Affairs, position functions as a liaison between NNI and key external customers to further scientific exchange. S/he provides product and field scientific support to Medical, Sales and Marketing, as well as Managed Care and Government by using academic credentials and scientific expertise to communicate with health care providers and organizations.

RELATIONSHIPS:
Position reports to the Field Director. Additional key internal relationships are with the Clinicians, Marketing, and Sales personnel. External relationships include key opinion leaders (KOL’s), academic institutions, physicians, nurse practitioners, diabetes educators, and pharmacists.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
FIELD-BASED CLINICAL SUPPORT
• Scientific support for marketed products and development projects, focusing on diabetes products.
• Support regional Field Sales’ scientific needs.
• Collaborate with Marketing, and Sales management to develop scientific strategies to optimize NNI’s products and development activities in the medical community.
• Establish and maintain functional working relationships with Clinical Research Associates within the region to further scientific exchange.
• Develop and present product and scientific updates.

COORDINATION OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
• Assist with training sales representatives on product knowledge and use of technical information in selling situations.
• Coordinate the development of symposia and continuing education seminars for health care providers on subjects relevant to NNI’s products.

ADVOCACY DEVELOPMENT
• Identify, contact, develop and maintain relations with health care providers to establish and/or support the use of NNI products; when necessary, assist in resolving issues pertaining to that use.
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of NNI, its products, current scientific research and publications associated with same.
• Participate in special Regional projects e.g., team meetings, training, etc.
• Attend assigned medical and scientific meetings to: a) maintain awareness of current issues and new data pertaining to NNI products; b) develop and maintain relationships with health care providers; c) support greater use of NNI products and services and d) support representatives in answering physician questions.
• Identify academic centers and investigators to initiate and/or participate in clinical trials and identify key areas of future research.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Advanced degree in biological sciences required, or BS with a professional degree or certification (i.e. Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)) required.
• At least two years experience in a health related system, pharmaceutical company, or managed care environment. Extensive experience in diabetes preferred.

OTHER:
• Works within Novo Nordisk’s established policies and procedures and ensures alignment of their work to Novo Nordisk fundamentals.
• Embraces Novo Nordisk Values in spirit and actions.
• Approximately 60% overnight travel.
12/08/08
Req Number 29052BR
Job Title Nurse Educator - Per Diem
Job Code and Payroll Title 9119: NURSE, PER DIEM
Organization Medical Center
Location Parnassus Avenue
Department Name Diabetes Teaching Center
Work Days Monday - Friday
Shift Days
Shift Length 8 Hours
Job Summary Under general supervision of the Program Coordinator, guided by the procedures of Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the Diabetes Teaching Center Medical Director, the Diabetes Teaching Center Nurse is responsible for providing patient education in diabetes self-management to patients. Education is provided to individual patients and in group settings. S/he works with physician leadership and the Program Coordinator in setting and accomplishing annual goals. S/he facilitates positive interaction among staff, patients and other departments within the Center and ensures a safe environment for patients and staff.
Required Qualifications • Graduation from an accredited nursing program and a Diploma or Associate Degree with 3 yrs 
• Clinical experience; or a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing with 3 years of clinical experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in medical nursing
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and self-development
• Experience in Diabetes Education Program – inpatient or outpatient setting
• Knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to this position
• Certified Diabetes Educator or willing to become certified when qualified within 1 year
Preferred Qualifications None.
License/Certification • Licensed as a Registered Nurse in California
• AHA CPR certification
Position Type Per Diem
Percentage Per Diem
12/02/08


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