Staff Quality Specialist - Regulatory Compliance

Career-defining. Life-changing.

At iRhythm, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what's possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career

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At iRhythm, we are dedicated, self-motivated, and driven to do the right thing for our patients, clinicians, and coworkers. Our leadership is focused and committed to iRhythm's employees and the mission of the company. We are better together, embrace change and help one another. We are Thinking Bigger and Moving Faster.

About this role:

iRhythm is currently seeking an experienced & motivated Staff Quality Specialist, Regulatory Compliance based at our Cypress, CA manufacturing location. Our work environment is fast-paced, with a collaborative atmosphere. Most of all, we are passionate about delivering innovations that improve the quality of health care and the patient experience. We are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team today!

Specific job responsibilities include:
* Ensure iRhythm's site activities comply with iRhythm's Quality System and applicable international standards / regulations, including ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, ISO 14971 and EU MDR requirements
* Build cross-functional partnerships (examples: Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and Product Development) to proactively align processes and systems at iRhythm's sites
* Lead site quality awareness and audit readiness activities to maintain a state of "always audit ready" at iRhythm's sites
* Lead and/or participate in iRhythm's internal audits
* Maintain a positive working relationship with iRhythm's Notified Body
* Lead and/or support activities related to external audits by FDA, Notified Body, customers, and other international auditing bodies. This may include pre-audit logistics and requests, front and/or back room support during audits, and coordination of audit responses.
* Support the initiation, execution, and closure of field actions and/or recalls
* Support Operations Quality by performing site walkthroughs, Gemba walks, and other proactive compliance activities.
* Establish and/or maintain practices related to regulatory intelligence
* Initiate, execute and/or support Quality Plans related to changes affecting the site
* Other duties as assigned by the Director of Regulatory Compliance

This role may require up to 20% travel.

About you:

You are a passionate quality or regulatory compliance professional with at least 8 years of experience in a Quality or Regulatory related role
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent quality/regulatory experience with medical devices
* Must have deep understanding of medical device Quality Management Systems and associated regulatory requirements
* Previous experience in a medical device manufacturing setting with working knowledge of ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820 and ISO 14971
* Certified Lead ISO 13485 auditor
* Strong investigational and problem-solving skills
* Must build rapport across functional teams within the organization
* Attention to detail and timeliness are critical
* Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills required
* Demonstrated ability to work with technology tools such as MS SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel. Prior experience establishing and maintaining audit support tools/processes for remote/hybrid audits is preferred.
* Direct exposure to regulatory body inspections and/or Notified Body audits is highly preferred
* Prior experience managing medical device recalls is a plus

What's in it for you:

This is a regular full-time position with competitive compensation package, excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances (all of which start on your first day), health savings account employer contributions (when enrolled in high deductible medical plan), cafeteria plan pre-taxed benefits (FSA, dependent care FSA, commute reimbursement accounts), travel reimbursement for medical care, noncontributory basic life insurance & short/ long term disability. Additionally, we offer:
* emotional health support for you and your loved ones
* legal / financial / identity theft/ pet and child referral assistance
* paid parental leave, paid holidays, travel assistance for personal trips and PTO!

iRhythm also provides additional benefits including 401(k) (with company match), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, pet insurance discount, unlimited amount of LinkedIn Learning classes and so much more!

FLSA Status: Exempt

As a part of our core values, we ensure a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.

iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com

About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm's vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.
Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.

Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.

Location:

Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.

Estimated Pay Range

As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.

iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com

About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm's vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.

Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.