CAD/CAM Designer – Virtual Surgical Planning Specialist (Medical Company) – Johannesburg, Gauteng 301 views

Requirements:

Biomedical Engineering or alternatively Bachelor of Science degree in any of the Human Sciences or Mechanical Engineering
A background in Anatomy and Physiology is essential
A good understanding and experience with the use of computers is essential
Understanding the terminology when interacting with a surgeon – Advantage
Good presentation and communication skills are essential
Good time-management and working well under pressure is required
Own Transport is essential – Occasional visit to customers or hospitals

The main purpose of this position:

This is a computer based position utilising the latest specialised surgical design software

This is an incredibly exciting space to be in and a definite part of future technologies in a fast growing and innovative company.

Our client is looking for a young energetic person with great communication/presentation skills to expand the team of surgical designers

Duties & Responsibilities:

The person will work on specialised software using data from a patient CT scan to assist surgeons in planning a large range of surgical procedures and surgical implants/devices; 3D printing surgical models, cutting guides and Patient Matched Implants
Good presentation and communication skills are essential as communication with surgeons during planning meetings need to be of a high level
There will be occasions where presentations to groups of surgeons or registrars at University needs to take place, and a good experience with presentation software such as PowerPoint is necessary
Whilst the position requires a self-motivated pro-active individual who is committed to ongoing education and self-development, they will also be working as part of a close knit team and the candidate needs to be a good team player and be able to take direction and advice from the department manager and other team members
Virtual surgical planning revolves around planning surgical procedure and is therefore deadline driven, so a well organised, committed, punctual and reliable person will succeed and flourish in this position