VP Education and Training

Vice President Education, Training & OR SupportOur client is a global leader in the field of spine, offering innovative products to empower surgeons.You will be responsible for developing and implementing training programs toensure effective and safe use of the company's products. This role involves creatingand delivering training materials for both internal teams (i.e., operating support,sales, marketing, etc.) and external customers (i.e., distributors, surgeons, and theirPAs, scrub techs, circulating nurses, technicians, etc., as well as managing trainingbudgets, staff, and vendor relationships.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in a health-related field. An advanced degree is an advantage.10+ years of experience in clinical education, procedural support, or medicaldevice training roles.Direct knowledge of spine procedures and proven ability to support liveprocedures and engage physicians.Experience launching and scaling physician education programs in early-stage, high-growth companies.Strong understanding of training methodologies, instructional design, and adult learning principles.Frequent presence in clinical environments. Ability to stand for extended periods in operating rooms during case support.Frequent travel across the US, including long-haul flights and multi-day site visits. Monthly travel ranges from 40% to 70%.Outstanding communication and teaching skills—able to command a room, earn physician respect, and drive understanding across diverse clinical audiences.Firm grasp of clinical data and the ability to link evidence to patient outcomes, procedural decision-making, and therapy adoption.Seen as a clinical role model, sets the bar for procedural rigor, clinical credibility, and field-based excellence.Ability to develop documentation (e.g., PPT presentations of surgical tips, Word documents with explanations on product usage, Excel sheets with analysis of activities, direct service providers on filming videos, creating animations, and developing training materials)Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, influence without authority, and build strong relationships.ResponsibilitiesThe VP is responsible for developing and executing impactful education programs for physicians and staff. This role plays a critical part in supporting procedural excellence, therapy adoption, and clinical confidence through hands-on training, case support, and structured learning pathways. The VP is expected to analyze the effectiveness of these programs and make continuous improvements.This is a highly field-oriented role that requires close collaboration with the CEO, sales and marketing management, distributor teams, physicians, and other stakeholders. Success depends on leadership in the OR, adaptability, situational assessment and decision-making, quantitative analysis, and the ability to deliver education that aligns with both clinical needs and market maturity. The position requires frequent travel across the United States.Essential Functions & ResponsibilitiesEducate customers, distribution partners, and internal teams on product use, clinicaldata, and relevant complementary technologies.Develop training materials and execute training programs, including presentations,webinars, manuals, sawbone and cadaver labs, and eLearning modules.Deliver in-person workshops, webinars, and online platform programs to allstakeholdersDevelop and execute physician and staff education programs to support the adoption of facet replacement and procedural excellence.Provide hands-on clinical education and case support in hospitals, ensuringconfident product use, proper technique, and alignment with Premia’s therapygoals.Partner with distributor teams to deliver consistent training, build localcapabilities, and scale education in the field.Lead by personal example with personal commitment to supporting cases inthe operating room and going to the surgeon's offices to train PAs and other staffmembers.Collaborate with medical affairs, marketing, and clinical teams to tailor content, training tools, and educational formats to meet needs and opportunities.Lead the planning and execution of peer-to-peer training, physicians' workshops, and KOL-led programs that build clinical champions and referral networks.Manage and mentor OR support personnel (currently one), and influence Sales RVPs to successfully implement educational programs in the field.Track and evaluate training needs and effectiveness through direct feedback, procedural outcomes, market analysis, and commercial impact; adjust programs accordingly.Ensure consistent messaging and compliance with internal policies, regulations, and relevant industry codes during all educational activities.Serve as the voice of the field by sharing clinical insights, unmet training needs, and market-specific feedback.Manage the training budget and ensure efficient allocation of resources.Ability to develop and implement strategic training plans that align with business objectives.Develop deep procedural knowledge of therapies with confidence to educate, guide, and support clinicians in operating room environments.