Principal Procedural Specialist: Atlanta

Who We Are

AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and related conditions. Afib affects more than 33 million people worldwide. Electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe use AtriCure technologies for the treatment of Afib and reduction of Afib related complications. AtriCure's Isolator Synergy Ablation System is the first medical device to receive FDA approval for the treatment of persistent Afib. AtriCure's AtriClip Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion System products are the most widely sold LAA management devices worldwide. AtriCure's Hybrid AF Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that provides a lasting solution for long-standing persistent Afib patients. AtriCure's cryoICE cryoSPHERE probe is cleared for temporary ablation of peripheral nerves to block pain, providing pain relief in cardiac and thoracic procedures. For more information, visit AtriCure.com or follow us on Twitter @AtriCure.

We foster a culture of inclusion by embracing diverse experiences and individuals where everyone's authentic self is welcome. We offer supporting programs and resources that provide enriching and equitable opportunities for each person to contribute professionally and personally.

The Principal Procedural Specialist is a senior member of our Emerging & Exploratory Therapies team, working at the forefront of innovation to help shape how new cardiac procedures are introduced, evaluated, and adopted. This role partners directly with investigating physicians, early adopters, Clinical, and Hybrid Sales teams to develop procedures, train investigators, and support the controlled introduction of 510(k)-cleared technologies prior to commercial launch.

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy building something new, working with first-time users, navigating evolving procedures, and helping physicians translate innovative technology into repeatable clinical practice. This role is designed for senior clinical professionals who want to be at the leading edge of innovation and are excited to help shape the future of cardiac therapies.

What Impact You Can Make

• Introduce new procedures to key investigating principals and early adopters
• Serve as a procedural expert for exploratory and emerging therapies, supporting physician user-preference evaluations and procedural development
• Help define how new technologies are used and taught
• Partner with Hybrid Therapies Sales to develop early markets and clinical momentum
• Play a hands-on role in pre-commercial product introduction, where procedures, workflows, and training models are still being refined

What You Will Do

Procedural Development & Clinical Leadership

• Provide hands-on, in-lab procedural support for emerging technologies in Lab environments
• Proctor physicians during early cases, offering real-time guidance on device setup, technique optimization, and workflow integration
• Support physician user-preference evaluations, capturing procedural insights and feedback to inform internal teams
• Help develop and refine procedural best practices for new and evolving therapies
• Build deep, trusted relationships with physicians who are evaluating or advancing exploratory therapies
• Serve as a clinical and procedural thought partner for physicians operating at the edge of innovation

Education & Training

• Design and deliver customized physician training programs in collaboration with Professional Education
• Lead regional and site-based training labs focused on emerging procedures
• Create high-impact educational content for both external physicians and internal teams
• Train and mentor sales, clinical, and education colleagues on new procedures and technologies

Who Are You

You are a senior clinical specialist or educator who:

• Is energized by new customers, new procedures, and new technology
• Is comfortable operating before everything is "fully baked"
• Enjoys influencing how procedures are developed and adopted
• Can balance physician partnership, procedural rigor, and commercial awareness
• Is viewed by physicians as a credible procedural authority, not just a trainer

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree required
• 9+ years of combined clinical and medical device industry experience
• Cardiac Cath Lab experience (required)
• Experience supporting:

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  • Emerging or first-in-kind procedures
  • Early clinical adoption or pre-commercial technologies
  
  
  
  

• Strong ability to work directly with physicians during live cases
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proven experience in Clinical Education, Professional Education, clinical support, or advanced sales roles
• Ability to travel up to 75% domestically
• Ability to meet hospital and account credentialing requirements

Highly Valued Experience

• Experience with procedural development for new or evolving technologies
• Atrial Fibrillation and/or Left Atrial Appendage management experience
• Background as a PA, RN, Scrub Nurse, or similar procedural role
• Experience supporting 510(k)-cleared products prior to commercial launch
• Experience working with investigator sites or clinical trials
• Prior use of AtriCure products as an end user

What We Offer in Return

• Competitive Salary plus annual plan
• Car allowances, gas and cell phone reimbursement, expense account
• Health care (medical, dental, vision, health savings account) and wellness programs (onsite fitness center or gym discounts)
• 401K retirement savings plus match
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO): We encourage your community and philanthropic involvement
• Extended Parental Leave
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

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What We Offer

AtriCure has a variety of benefits available for US based employees and their families. Examples include Medical & Dental beginning day 1 of employment, 401K plus match, 20 days of paid Parental Leave, in addition to maternity leave, for new moms and dads, Volunteer Time off, Pet Insurance, and more. Corporate-based employees also have full access to our on-site fitness center and cafeteria. To see a complete list of our benefits, please visit our careers website: https://www.atricure.com/careers-atricure/benefits. AtriCure participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity of and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here https://www.e-verify.gov/ AtriCure is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and provides Drug Free Workplaces. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, protected veteran status, status as an individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law(s).