Principal Sales Training Specialist, EP
Maple Grove, MN, US, 55311
Additional Location(s): US-MN-Maple Grove
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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.
About the Role
The EP Division within Rhythm Solutions at Boston Scientific supports physicians treating and patients dealing with complex cardiac arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation. The goal of the Principal Sales Training Specialist role is to support the growth of a best-in-market EP field force through robust training and continuous development programs. This role will design and lead blended learning experiences—both virtual and in-person—providing the field with opportunities to build proficiency through classroom instruction, facilitated workshops, hands-on practice, and real-world experiences in Electrophysiology Labs and Mobile Training Labs. These programs will involve existing technologies, such as the OPAL HDx Mapping System, in addition to the newly approved FARAPULSE PFA System, which has quickly become a market leading technology since its launch in February. Boston Scientific has a best-in-class sales force in the cardiology space, and this role will play an integral part in ensuring our field force continues to learn and develop at a pace that matches the growth of the division.
Key Responsibilities
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Building and Developing of both small-scale and large-scale training programs:
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Ensuring there are appropriate objectives for both learners and instructors/SMEs.
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Building a continuous feedback system to understand learner performance and overall program effectiveness.
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Consistent refinement of the programs based on evolving needs of field.
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Ensuring appropriate number of facilitators are scheduled to support.
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Continuous evaluation of training programs, instructors/SMEs, and delivery channels to ensure they meet the needs of Sales Training.
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Building and/or updating content and curriculum to match the needs of the programs.
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Facilitating training programs (virtual and in-person), including leading instructor-led sessions, guiding hands-on activities, managing learner engagement, and ensuring consistent delivery of content across audiences and modalities.
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Daily collaboration with several other groups to include:
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Sales Training – Field Training and Classroom Instruction Leads
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Field Sales
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Marketing
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Physician Education
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Cardiology Division Training Partners
Job Requirements:
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Fully remote based, but travel to training locations required.
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Approximately 50% overnight travel required.
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Facilitate in-person and virtual classrooms.
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Work collaboratively within the team and with other business functions.
What we’re looking for
Required Qualifications:
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High-energy and the ability to work in an ultra-fast-paced environment.
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Self-starter with the ability to manage projects from the concept stage to fully executed programs.
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Ability to execute on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Ability to prioritize projects based on business need.
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Great interpersonal and communication skills.
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Continuous improvement mindset; ability to identify existing gaps/needs for sales training improvement.
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Ability to tailor training materials to specific audience.
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Ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organization and with outside vendors/consultants.
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Basic competency on Microsoft Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Preferred Qualifications:
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5+ years of Medical Device Sales (Cardiology preferred, but not required).
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Mapping Experience
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Single-shot ablation therapy experience
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Transseptal and/or imaging experience
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Proven track record in KOL and electrophysiology customer engagement
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Strong program management & organizational skills
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Proven work experience as a trainer, training facilitator and/or coordination of multiple training events
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Demonstrated skills in effectively conducting training in the following forums: one-on-one, classroom or virtual learning utilizing Teams and other web conferencing tools.
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Experience in the cardiology Space and working knowledge and interest in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Requisition ID: 626842
Minimum Salary: $ 102100
Maximum Salary: $ 194000
The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.
Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.
Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.
Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.
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