Intuitive
Healthcare
TechnicalWriter
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“Technical Writer at Intuitive. Skills: technical writing, instructions for use (IFU) production, medical device documentation. Produce accurate, clearly presented, consistent instructions for use (IFU) for medical device robotic systems. Plan, write, and edit instructions for use (IFU) for medical device systems and instruments, including large system manuals, instrument manuals, and ship-with literature”
Industry & Context.
Analytical ability to swiftly grasp and effectively communicate complex scientific and engineering concepts.; troubleshooting moderate FrameMaker and InDesign updating or improving an existing document; troubleshooting online help software errors with minimal creating error-free PDF files.
may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5 to 8 years technical writing experience in a hardware, software, biotechnology, or medical environment, including documentation for a highly technical audience., Excellent communication skills required., writing and grammar skills in areas of content development and writing style., Analytical ability to swiftly grasp and effectively communicate complex scientific and engineering concepts., Organizational skills and ability to manage deliverables under tight deadlines, set priorities, and manage time effectively., Software skills that include troubleshooting moderate FrameMaker and InDesign updating or improving an existing document troubleshooting online help software errors with minimal creating error-free PDF files., Verbal communication skills that include responding calmly under pressure and leading content review meetings that result in document approval.
Nice to Have
experience with current versions of standard authoring tools, including Adobe FrameMaker or Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat, preferred., Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, or equivalent desirable, Familiarity with XML, Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA), and content management systems strongly preferred., Understanding of mechanical concepts and complex mechanical devices preferred, Understanding of localization process preferred, Certificate in technical writing desirable.
What You'll Do.
consistent instructions for use (IFU) for medical device robotic systems
and edit instructions for use (IFU) for medical device systems and instruments
including large system manuals
and ship-with literature
Own document creation from inception to completion
Conduct validation and verification of technical documentation
Understand documentation control steps to release final documentation
Keep abreast of the basic requirements for compliance in own area of work and complies with those requirements
Participate as required in training on regulatory issues affecting own area of work and share learned expertise with others
Bring regulatory compliance questions/issues to the attention of management
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with department team members and with cross-functional team Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to research and develop content for instructions for use and validate content.; May participate in product development core teams as representative for technical publications.; Collaborate with project team members to share knowledge and best practices.
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills required.; writing and grammar skills in areas of content development and writing style.; Analytical ability to swiftly grasp and effectively communicate complex scientific and engineering concepts.; Verbal communication skills that include responding calmly under pressure and leading content review meetings that result in document approval.
Process & Methodology
Own document creation from inception to completion, manage deliverables under tight deadlines, set priorities, manage time effectively
Full Job Description
It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care , our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion —have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide. We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world. The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life. If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare , you’ll find your purpose here. Primary Function of Position Produce accurate, clearly presented, consistent instructions for use (IFU) for medical device robotic systems and instruments; receive general instructions on day-to-day work and general instructions on new assignments; can be mentored by a more experienced writer; use professional concepts and skills; apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Essential Job Duties * Plan, write, and edit instructions for use (IFU) for medical device systems and instruments, including large system manuals, instrument manuals, and ship-with literature using Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe InDesign, or extensible markup language (XML) * Collaborate with department team members and with cross-functional team Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to research and develop content for instructions for use and validate content. * Own document creation from inception to completion * Work to ensure compliance with FDA and regulatory guidelines. * Work with interaction designers and technical illustr
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