Recruitment agency specializing in medical equipment and diagnostics

These sectors, dedicated to the design of cutting-edge medical equipment, the development of innovative diagnostic solutions, and precision instrumentation, actively contribute to the evolution of medical practices and the improvement of patient care.

At CDG CONSEIL, our recruitment consultants have been working for many years with innovative SMEs and global leaders specializing in the manufacture of medical devices, in vitro diagnostic technologies, and scientific instrumentation. Our mission: to identify and recruit outstanding candidates to strengthen their management and operational teams.

The field of medical equipment is at the crossroads of technology and healthcare. This sector is growing rapidly, fueled by aging population and technological advances. Senior managers and executive managers with strong skills in technology and medical product management can expect rewarding careers.

Key responsibilities include overseeing the global supply chain, developing innovative technological solutions, and implementing security measures and regulatory compliance.

Senior executives can thus play a key role in the development and marketing of innovative equipment to improve the quality of care. But also in the development of medical devices, marketing, project management and the management of regulatory affairs.

Our expertise in the medical devices & Medtech sector:

Recruitment of experienced executives and senior managers

Within these segments of Medical Equipment and Scientific Instrumentation, we are able to assist you and provide recruitment solutions for the following professions:

Key positions in the medical equipment industry:

Executive search recruitment firm since 2006

For two decades, CDG Conseil has been assisting companies in the healthcare sector with their strategic recruitment needs. Our firm has developed cutting-edge expertise in three specific areas: medical equipment, biological diagnostics, and medical instrumentation.

Thanks to our expertise in headhunting and the professional relationships we have built up over the years, we identify and offer you the most qualified talent in these industries.

Our mission: to find the profile that perfectly matches your needs. We guarantee rigorously selected candidates who combine technical expertise, in-depth knowledge of the regulatory constraints of your sector, and adherence to the principles that underpin your company.

Our in-depth knowledge of the regulatory and normative framework covers all the essential standards for each of our three areas of expertise:

For Medical Equipment:

• • Quality management system according to ISO 13485:2016 and risk management in accordance with ISO 14971
  • Compliance with Regulation MDR 2017/745 (medical devices) and its requirements for technical documentation and post-market surveillance
  • Mastery of standards relating to medical device software (IEC 62304), fit for use (IEC 62366-1), and information provided by the manufacturer (ISO 20417)
  • Biological evaluation according to the ISO 10993 series (biocompatibility of materials and devices).
  • Conducting clinical investigations in accordance with ISO 14155.

For Biological Diagnosis (DMDIV):

• Expertise in the IVDR Regulation 2017/746 (in vitro diagnostic medical devices) and its new classification rules
• Application of quality requirements specific to medical laboratories in accordance with ISO 15189
• Understanding of performance studies and clinical evaluations specific to in vitro diagnostics
• Knowledge of the regulatory specificities of class A to D IVDMDs and the associated conformity assessment procedures

For medical and scientific instrumentation:

• Compliance with electrical safety standards in the IEC 60601 series (60601-1 for basic safety and essential performance, 60601-1-2 for electromagnetic compatibility)
• Compliance with collateral standards: IEC 60601-1-6 (fitness for use), IEC 60601-1-8 (alarm systems), IEC 60601-1-11 (devices for home care), IEC 60601-1-12 (emergency services)
• Application of specific standards ISO/IEC 80601-2-xx according to the type of equipment
• Knowledge of physico-chemical, morphological, and topographical characterization tests for materials (ISO 10993-18 and ISO/TS 10993-19)

Our knowledge of regulatory authorities (ANSM, FDA, EMA) notified bodies and our understanding of industry issues (CE certification, UDI marking, health vigilance, clinical evaluation, Eudamed traceability, post-market surveillance) position us as a trusted partner for our clients in these three highly regulated sectors.