Surgical Planner II

***Please note, the work location for this position will be at our Naples, FL Headquarters.

Main Objective:  Responsible for computer aided design to critically analyze patient anatomy and generate pre-operative surgical plans for optimal instrument and subsequent implant placement for the Arthrex VIP (Virtual Implant Positioning) system. Support of new product development and maintenance of released products and systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for receiving incoming patient CT Scans, documenting specific information, and processing CT scan data in 3D CAD software to create optimal implant assemblies “preoperative plans” for physician approval.
2. Once physician approval has been achieved use CAD software to assemble and calibrate instruments to determine pre-operative plan and calibration requirements
3. Work in a team environment to efficiently process orders in time for surgery
4. Communicate with account managers and surgeons regarding anatomical landmark, implant and Instrument placement.
5. Work with 3D CAD software for quality control and product creation purposes.
6. Work with 3D printing technologies to create, and ship, 3D printed anatomical models upon physician request.
7. Perform Quality Control procedures to ensure conformance.
8. Reports progress and status of assignments on a timely basis.
9. Supports regulatory, marketing, and product management with technical information as directed
10. Coordinates with in-house manufacturing and 3D printing vendors to provide processing data and improvements.

Education/ Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years relevant experience required.
• Bachelors degree preferred.

Knowledge

• Frequent use and general knowledge of CAD techniques, and standards.  (SolidWorks, Mimics, Orthovis)
• General application of concepts and principles for surgical procedures and instrumentation

Skills

• Proficiency in designing products using a 3D-CAD program such as SolidWorks, Mimics or Orthovis
• Knowledge of MS Office required.
• Knowledge of 3D Additive manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of surgical equipment and instrumentation
• Knowledge of mechanical testing and inspection equipment
• Knowledge of basic musculoskeletal anatomy

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Solves problems following established policies and procedures. Refers to policies and practices for guidance.

Discretion / Latitude

Works under very general supervision.  Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.