John Childs

About John Childs

An all-aspect problem solver with a strong background in US Army combat operations, approaches challenges with novel and creative zero-day solutions while equally valuing and leveraging a traditional ethos of persistence and fortitude. Values and demonstrates a collaborative 360 degree leadership style that incubates a results oriented team centric culture. Strikes hard and fast to disrupt competitive targets of opportunity and equally demonstrates calculation and patience with fragile growth channels. Accounts for black swan risk factors in risk assessment frameworks to counter competitive threats with valid actionable solutions.Recreationally, I enjoy backpacking, Boy Scouts with my boys, and all things outdoors.

Experience

1. Principal Clinical Specialist - Ep Therapy

   Abbott

   Sep 2017 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Leverages clinical expertise through physician relationships to materialize corporate sales objectives in the cardiac electrophysiology medical device space.• Provides real-time, intra-procedural guidance to physicians during complex cardiac ablation procedures. Serves as the trusted primary clinical resource for electrophysiologists, fellows, and junior field representatives—offering hands-on procedural guidance, product training, and technical leadership in the use of Abbott’s EP technologies, including: advanced 3D mapping systems, ICE ultrasound imaging systems, and ablation platforms. Capable of operating and isolating faults on almost all pieces of equipment in the cardiac cath lab regardless of brand. • Drives strategic technology adoption through clinical education, pre-sales demonstrations, and post-implementation support. Leads physician training programs, workshops, and supports national initiatives supporting new product launches. Recognized for strong leadership in mentoring clinical teams, influencing clinical growth, and ensuring clinical excellence that aligns with Abbott’s mission to advance innovation in cardiac electrophysiology and improve patient outcomes.

Education

• W. P. Carey School of Business – Arizona State University

  Business Adminstration

• US Army Medical Department Center and School

  Cardiovascular Science

  2008 — 2009