AF Clinical Manager - Chicago, IL
About The Position
At Boston Scientific, we are dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions. In this leadership role, you will guide and develop a high-performing clinical team within our Rhythm Solutions division, supporting the Watchman™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) device—a groundbreaking alternative to long-term blood thinners for stroke risk reduction in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. As a clinical leader, your work directly impacts patients by supporting a therapy that offers freedom from the burden of lifelong anticoagulation. Hear how the Watchman device changed Linda's life: Watch Linda's Story You will be instrumental in driving clinical excellence, team development, and operational efficiency across your region. By ensuring best-in-class clinical education and procedural support, you'll help improve patient outcomes and support the continued success of one of Boston Scientific's fastest-growing therapies.
Requirements
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 7 years of clinical cardiology, medical device sales, or related industry.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical certification and deep understanding of Watchman or Access Solutions therapies, with proven success supporting implant procedures
Responsibilities
- Assess and identify clinical training needs, providing individualized coaching, development planning, and mentorship for direct reports
- Conduct final assessments to certify new Clinical Specialists and ensure clinical readiness
- Resolve scheduling conflicts and oversee coordination of regional coverage to support procedural needs across multiple territories
- Provide hands-on clinical education and procedural support as needed, including troubleshooting and supporting new team members in the field
- Champion the adoption of new technologies and help drive improved utilization, procedural efficiency, and outcomes for existing customers
- Collaborate closely with Regional Managers to ensure clinical alignment with broader sales strategy and territory performance goals
- Foster strong communication and collaboration with direct reports, Territory Managers, peers, and Area Vice Presidents to share clinical insights and market updates
- Lead national-level best practice sharing and knowledge exchange to elevate clinical excellence across the organization
- Oversee and approve clinical team travel expenses in alignment with corporate policies
- Ensure team compliance with company policies, procedures, and administrative standards with integrity and accountability
- Collaborate cross-functionally to provide creative, solutions-focused responses to customer needs (e.g., with Marketing, Sales, Technical Support)
- Facilitate and manage training programs and events to support ongoing clinical development
- Conduct field-based performance evaluations, mid-year check-ins, and formal annual reviews with direct reports
- Ensure necessary resources are in place to support Quality System compliance and uphold Boston Scientific's Quality Policy
- Promote an inclusive, high-performance culture where every team member is empowered to contribute to shared goals
- Manage budgets, resources, and functional activities within assigned areas as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
