Principal Training and Education Specialist - Robotics - Chicago, IL
Medtronic
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Full-Time
$109,600
RemoteSenior
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
The Principal Training and Education Specialist will deliver Robotic Assisted Surgery (RAS) technology training to surgeons, first assistants, and OR staff from a variety of surgical specialties aligned with the core strategy. In this role you will be actively involved in the continuous improvement of training programs and provide support for customer training and training research initiatives.
Location: Remote within the U.S. with up to 75% travel / seeking a candidate to be located near Chicago, IL to support our training facility
You Will:
Deliver training courses to Health Care Professionals (HCP) at designated training partner facilities
Establish relationships with designated external training entities in targeted geographies
Work with the marketing and sales training team in a creative, dependable, and flexible manner to improve existing training programs
Support RAS System troubleshooting at the training center
Manage training center logistics, inventory, and training calendars in conjunction with key stakeholders
In conjunction with training center staff, maintain all capital equipment, including but not limited to the cleaning and reprocessing of instruments and accessories
Must Have:
High School Diploma or equivalent with 11+ years of relevant experience in clinical training, medical device sales with training responsibilities, or clinical education
OR
Associate's Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience in clinical training, medical device sales with training responsibilities, or clinical education
OR
Baccalaureate Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience in clinical training, medical device sales with training responsibilities, or clinical education
Nice to Have:
Bachelor’s degree in Clinical or Health Sciences, Nursing, Healthcare Management
Strong background of clinical experience with ties to training healthcare professionals
Experience in robotic surgery, capital equipment, or comparable advanced medical technology
Proven experience training on complex clinical topics or technology
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to learn quickly in fast‑paced environments
Excellent organizational skills and ability to operate both independently and collaboratively
Solid understanding of surgical anatomy, OR workflows, and operating room protocol
Exceptional presentation and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge of adult learning principles and effective training methodologies
High emotional intelligence and a professional, solutions‑oriented work style
Commitment to continuous learning and personal development
Highly process-driven with strong attention to detail
Safety-focused with a commitment to following protocol
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
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.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
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