Patient Educator, Southeast

Role: Patient Educator specializing in Parkinson’s Disease Psychosis (PDP), supporting early patient engagement and resource navigation. Responsibilities: deliver disease state education to patients and caregivers through community meetings and advocacy channels; provide information on medication efficacy, safety, and access support via ACADIA Connect; collaborate with Patient Access Managers to address coverage and affordability; partner with sales and community organizations to promote awareness; relay feedback to marketing for program improvement. Requirements: bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, psychology, or related healthcare field; 3–5 years pharma experience, with preferred background in patient education, advocacy, or support services; knowledge of neurology or movement disorders, particularly Parkinson’s/PDP, highly desired. Competencies include patient-centered care, empathetic communication, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance adherence. High-value specifics: focus on neurodegenerative conditions, early-stage engagement, and multi-channel educational initiatives. Work setup involves extensive travel (up to 75%), with territory residency within 30 miles of designated locations (e.g., Atlanta, Miami, Charlotte). The role requires physical mobility, driving, and occasional overnight travel. The position offers competitive salary ($109,500–$136,900 USD) with bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Emphasis is placed on diversity and inclusion, with accommodations for individuals with disabilities.