National Advanced Clinical Education Specialist, LAAO – West Coast Region

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the formulation and execution of national clinical education strategies for Abbott's LAA franchise.

• Create, implement, and consistently refine educational pathways that enhance Amulet procedural success.

• Develop and uphold competency frameworks for Clinical Specialists and Territory Managers who support LAA accounts.

• Produce standardized training materials, procedural guides, best practices, and advanced educational content.

• Ensure alignment of field education with strategic business aims.

• Design and manage onboarding and advanced development programs for clinical specialists.

• Facilitate in-person and virtual training sessions, workshops, and certification programs.

• Guide clinical leaders, high-potential specialists, and regional trainers.

• Evaluate field clinical proficiency and pinpoint opportunities for performance enhancement.

• Establish and advocate best practices for patient selection, procedural workflow, imaging integration, implantation techniques, and post-procedure care.

• Promote procedural excellence through strategic account engagement and consultation.

• Recognize procedural trends and create initiatives aimed at improving clinical outcomes and efficiency.

• Offer expert guidance during intricate cases and significant account launches.

• Convert clinical insights into educational programs and actionable recommendations.

• Work collaboratively with commercial leadership to bolster strategic account initiatives and business growth.

• Act as a clinical consultant during customer interactions, physician meetings, and educational programs.

• Partner with Marketing, Clinical Research, Medical Affairs, Professional Education, Training, and Commercial Excellence teams.

• Contribute to product launch readiness, educational planning, and strategic initiatives.

• Assist in preparing executive-level presentations and business reviews.

• Identify educational opportunities and propose strategic enhancements as the national representative of the field.

• Develop and assess performance metrics, dashboards, and educational KPIs.

• Leverage data to uncover trends, predict educational needs, and evaluate organizational efficiency.

• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required.

• At least 8+ years of experience in cardiovascular medical devices, structural heart, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, or related healthcare fields.

• Proven expertise in LAAO therapies, structural heart procedures, or catheter-based cardiovascular interventions.

• Significant experience in training physicians, allied health professionals, and field-based clinical personnel.

• Demonstrated capability in developing and implementing educational programs at regional or national scales.

• Deep understanding of procedural workflows, imaging modalities, and cardiovascular anatomy related to LAA closure procedures.

• Ability to influence and collaborate within a highly matrixed environment.

• Outstanding communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 60% of the time.

• An advanced clinical degree (RN, NP, PA, RCIS, CVT, Perfusion, or equivalent clinical background) is preferred.

• Previous experience in Structural Heart, LAAO, or Stroke Prevention therapies is preferred.

• Experience in leading national training or commercial development initiatives is preferred.

• Background in professional education, field training, or sales training is preferred.

• Prior experience in people leadership or mentorship is preferred.

• An MBA, Master's degree, or advanced healthcare degree is preferred.

• Strong analytical skills with experience in business intelligence platforms and performance metrics is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for career development within an international company.

• Eligibility for free medical coverage through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan.

• Retirement savings plan with a substantial employer contribution.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Freedom 2 Save student debt initiative.

• FreeU education benefit to support earning a bachelor’s degree.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits from Abbott.

• Equal opportunity employer committed to fostering employee diversity.