Prin. Skills Training Specialist, CRM Division

Boston Scientific • Saint Paul, MN

268d • $99,100 - $188,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

Develop and execute training programs for the Cardiac Rhythm Management and Diagnostics Division's implantable therapeutic and diagnostic technologies and therapies to support product education and skills training for Health Care Professionals (HCPs). Identify and engage HCPs through collaborative partnerships to enhance educational initiatives, to advance the appropriate application of therapies that provide life enhancing outcomes, and to advise BSC on matters of strategic importance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years' experience in medical device industry or related field, advanced degree preferred.
• Background/training in CRM and CRM procedures - implanting of both diagnostic and therapeutic devices.
• Development and implementation of local or regional/area programs for these devices.
• Preferred successful completion of the IBHRE exam with ongoing certificate maintenance.
• Experience developing and maintaining relationships with physician customers, field reps and lab staff.

Nice To Haves

• Candidate must be able to think strategically with appetite for innovation and continuous learning.
• Deep technical knowledge of CRM technologies, the history of evolution in the field, and a hands-on understanding of training and troubleshooting these systems.
• Experience creating and/or delivering systematic training a plus.
• Program management and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver product specific education for Cardiac Rhythm Management technologies, specifically the emerging CSP portfolio and technology and core transvenous platform.
• Design curriculums by assessing and analyzing HCP requirements and training needs, by aligning organizational objectives and initiatives, and by obtaining educational content through participation in cross-functional teams, physician and industry presentations, conventions, forums, and meetings.
• Identify key opinion leaders (KOLs) in the industry, expert speakers, and well-known academicians who can deliver the defined curriculum as well as provide technical and clinical insight with real-world applications.
• Develop approach, scope, and methodology of training to maximize impact by determining target audience, time, location requirements, and other applicable factors. Oversee partnership with a Program Coordinator to implement these programs.
• Develop training and education tools needed to effectively meet learning objectives and support successful procedural skill transference (e.g. simulations, models, visualizations, gaming, etc.). Manage the vendor relationship and contracting.
• Conduct post-program evaluations of content and faculty, remain aware of all changes that may impact training requirements, and implement changes/improvements to training protocols and materials accordingly.
• Develop relationships with HCPs and field personnel through scheduled meetings and other interactions.
• Effectively execute activities of major significance to the organization and represent the organizational unit as prime internal and external contact on operations or contracts.
• Program oversight - define and assess progress toward program objectives and manage Annual Needs Assessment requirements.
• Coordinate with CRM Sales Training and Marketing teams to support team's ability to meet BSC employee training requirements, as needed.
• Ownership of yearly budget and participation in annual Strategic Planning and Annual Operating Plan activities.

Benefits

• 401k
• health_insurance
• dental_insurance
• vision_insurance
• life_insurance
• disability_insurance
• paid_holidays
• paid_volunteer_time
• tuition_reimbursement
• professional_development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree