Linda Otis
About Linda Otis
Linda Otis is the Manager of Training & Education in Electrophysiology at Boston Scientific with over 20 years of experience in the medical device and biomedical sales industry.
Current Role at Boston Scientific
Linda Otis is currently serving as Manager of Training & Education in Electrophysiology at Boston Scientific. She took on this role in 2023, stationed in the Greater St. Louis area. In this role, she leads a team responsible for creating and deploying educational activities aimed at both internal and external stakeholders.
Previous Experience at Outset Medical, Inc.
From 2021 to 2023, Linda Otis worked as the Director of Education and Training at Outset Medical, Inc., based in San Jose, California. During her two years there, she was heavily involved in guiding the organization’s training programs and ensuring that staff received comprehensive education about the company's medical devices.
Work at Horizon
Linda Otis served as the Associate Director of Ophthalmology Training at Horizon from 2020 to 2021. Located in Deerfield, Illinois, her role focused on delivering specialized training related to ophthalmology, contributing to the company’s educational initiatives over the span of a year.
Consultancy Roles
Between 2018 and 2020, Linda Otis worked as an Independent Consultant with Nonin Medical, Inc., and also ran her own business, Spot On Insight, in the Greater St. Louis Area. In these roles, she provided expert advice and strategic direction primarily focused on training and educational activities in the medical field.
Sales and Training Roles at Bard Electrophysiology, Inc.
Linda Otis has a significant history with Bard Electrophysiology, Inc., where she held multiple roles. From 2005 to 2011, she was the Director of Global Sales Ops, Training, and Development, based in the Greater Boston Area. Later, she served as the Manager of the Research Educational Specialist Team within Clinical Affairs from 2008 to 2010.
Early Career at Pfizer Pharmaceuticals
Linda Otis's career began with a notable tenure at Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, where she served as a District Sales Manager from 1998 to 2005. During her seven years at Pfizer, she managed sales operations in both the Greater Boston and St. Louis Areas, shaping her foundational expertise in sales and pharmaceutical customer relations.
Educational Background
Linda Otis studied at The University of Kansas, where she pursued Journalism with a focus on Advertising and Architectural Studies. She achieved a BSJ & BA degree in 1970. Her academic foundation has been instrumental in her in-depth knowledge of sales, product training, and marketing strategy.