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The Principal Medical Education Specialist for Surgical Robotics, will provide strategic and operational expertise for the planning and execution of the Medical Education (MedEd) activities of Surgical Robotics. He/She/They will contribute to the formulation of Surgical Robotics US strategy as well as to organic and inorganic portfolio development and current product marketing by working in partnership with a cross-functional team of experts in: Marketing, Commercial, Clinical Affairs, Health Economics, Policy and Reimbursement (HEPR), and Clinical Engineering.
This individual will also provide significant contributions to the creation of the robotics medical education strategy for the US market and will be responsible for the development and successful execution of associated MedEd programs and deliverables for Surgical Robotics.
Travel approximately 30-50%.
Responsibilities include:
Lead the facilitation of customized training and education programs for Medical and Academic Professionals on diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, to increase procedural, technology and product adoption to improve patient outcomes.
In collaboration with US commercial stakeholders participate in the development of Medtronic’s US robotic education strategy and curriculum to achieve corporate and regional educational objectives driving value to customers and improving patient care
Participate in conventions, forums, symposia educational content and scientific education programming meetings for promoting product and procedural awareness.
Conduct/ Facilitate physician led education and consulting, supports establishment and maintenance of customer relations with clinicians and organizations.
Lead development of assigned US Med Ed specialty strategy for commercial launch.
Manage and support internal and external clinical advisors regarding clinical protocols and device investigations (clinical labs, registries, etc.)
Manage and develop HCP proctors and faculty across assigned specialties
Manage the dissemination of approved medical and clinical information for both internal and external clients.
Support Surgical Robotics in establishing the highest medical-scientific credibility with customers and stakeholders.
Collaborate with internal resources and/or expert consultants who support cross-functional teams within Surgical Robotics to support business needs through educational programs and operations including oversite of budget, data tracking, documentation of goals, assessment, and modifications as appropriate.
Ensure compliance at all levels of Medical Education initiatives and interactions
Identify and develop academic training center partners while managing and executing Clinical Education Programs at partner and/or Medtronic Training Centers
Develop and maintain relationships with key clinical societies and thought leaders within the US market to best establish and promote guidelines for robotic surgery education.
Monitor and track program effectiveness and remain accountable for results
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required, minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
Or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
Nice To Have
Demonstrated knowledge, experience and successful coverage of urologic robotic surgical cases including prostatectomies, nephrectomies, and cystectomies.
Proven understanding of the medical device or pharmaceutical arena and healthcare system requirements.
Medical/scientific background (MD, Phar.D., or PhD, Allied Health Degree (PA-C, NP, RN, RT, etc.) and/or Advanced Business degree
Knowledge of regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and ethical obligations.
Ability to assemble and lead teams effectively.
Proven ability to establish working relationships with all levels of organization including Clinical, technical, marketing, and corporate partnership, in business, clinical, and/or academic settings.
Experience providing medical and scientific training to internal stakeholders.
Experience developing targeted Key Opinion Leader (KOL) networks.
Demonstrated ability to design and direct scientific or business advisory boards
Successfully demonstrated team building and leadership skills
Insight to identify market access strategies, sales tactics, and customer communication/education needs throughout product life cycle
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
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