We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 8 Apr 2026

 

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.

A Day in the Life

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/Education Specialist is responsible for designing and delivering world-class education programs for practicing electrophysiologists, EP fellows and healthcare professionals on the safe and effective use of Cardiac Ablation Solutions (CAS) technologies. This role drives clinical adoption by creating impactful learning experiences that align with business strategies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards. Acting as a strategic advisor and collaborator, the specialist partners with CAS leadership and cross-functional teams to advance clinician knowledge and improve patient outcomes.

This position will be based in Mounds View, MN.

A Day in the Life:

• Develop and execute training and education programs for medical professionals on CAS technologies to support adoption in treating atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias

• Partner with CAS leaders, including the Chief Medical Officer, to design, review, deliver and evaluate HCP learning pathways

• Identify and implement enhancements to improve clinician experience, expand program reach, and increase the impact of CAS education initiatives

• Serve as an advisor to the field organization by assessing HCP learning needs and providing tailored educational solutions

• Provide feedback and coaching to clinicians and Medtronic faculty delivering education content, ensuring adherence to approved indications and compliance standards

• Collaborate with cross functional teams (Clinical, Marketing, Sales) to execute training programs aligned with business strategies and regulatory, quality, and business conduct standards

• Coordinate with meeting planners to ensure seamless execution of logistical details for in-person and virtual programs

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of therapies, products and business strategies

• Ensure compliance with all Medtronic processes and policies, including applicable quality systems

• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills

• Work independently with limited supervision, adapting to changing priorities and requirements

• Travel requirement <30%

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience in medical education, clinical training, or related field; or advanced degree with 5+ years of experience

• Proven ability to design and deliver education programs for healthcare professionals

• Strong knowledge of electrophysiology and cardiac ablation therapies

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have:

• Experience working with EP fellows programs or electrophysiology training programs

• Experience in cardiac mapping and navigation systems

• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in medical education

• Advanced degree in healthcare, education, or related disciplines

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.

Benefits & Compensation
 

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.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$104,800.00 - $157,200.00

 

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico. Base pay is based on numerous factors and may vary by job-related knowledge, skills, experience, etc. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

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, and Simple 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), and Capital 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.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.