Associate Vice President, Patient Education

Parkinson’s Foundation, Inc.

Job Description

Position: Associate Vice President (AVP), Patient Education

Reports to: Executive Vice President, Chief Communications Officer

Position Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Remote

DESCRIPTION:

The Parkinson's Foundation (PF) makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience, and passion of our global Parkinson's community.

PRIMARY ROLE: The Parkinson’s Foundation is seeking an Associate Vice President (AVP), Patient Education, who will lead the strategy, development, and delivery of patient-centered educational programs and resources that empower individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease (PD). This role is responsible for creating accessible, evidence-based learning initiatives and tools that improve patient understanding, engagement, self-advocacy, and quality of life for people with Parkinson’s (PWP) and their care partners.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep experience designing educational programs for patient communities within a healthcare nonprofit, advocacy organization, health system, or related setting. He/she brings a strong understanding of adult learning principles, health literacy, patient engagement, and culturally responsive communications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Educational Strategy & Program Development - 30%

• Develop and lead a comprehensive patient education strategy aligned with the Foundation’s mission and community needs.
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs, webinars, digital and print resources, and community learning initiatives for patients and caregivers.
• Create evidence-based, accessible educational content tailored to diverse patient populations and varying health literacy levels.
• Ensure all educational materials reflect current clinical guidance, patient-centered best practices, and inclusive language standards.
• Identify gaps in patient knowledge and develop innovative resources to address unmet educational needs.

Leadership & Program Management - 50%

• • Lead and mentor staff within the Communications department who manage virtual programs and publications, in English and Spanish.
  • Establish program goals, metrics, and evaluation frameworks to measure impact, engagement, and outcomes.
  • Manage program budgets, timelines, vendor relationships, and external educational partnerships.
  • Oversee content review processes to ensure medical accuracy, accessibility compliance, and consistency in messaging.
  • Work with the Advancement team to oversee local chapter educational programs and collaborate on increased support for educational offerings.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate program delivery.

Digital Learning & Innovation - 20%

• • Expand and optimize digital education platforms, including webinars, podcasts, video content, and resource libraries.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and engagement strategies to enhance patient learning experiences and community participation.
  • Use data and community feedback to continuously improve educational offerings and user experience.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in public health, health education, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in patient education, health education, community engagement, or nonprofit program leadership.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing educational programs and resources for patient communities.
• Strong understanding of health literacy, patient engagement strategies, and culturally responsive education practices.
• Experience developing educational content across multiple formats, including print, digital, video, and live programming.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clinical experts, patients, caregivers, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience supervising teams and managing complex projects preferred.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations, accessibility standards, and evidence-based content development practices is a plus.
• Bilingual English Spanish speakers strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Demonstrates the organizational values of excellence, teamwork, collaboration, integrity, positivity, dedication, and responsiveness.

Compensation

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000. This salary range reflects current market data and is aligned with the responsibilities and qualifications required for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s skills, experience, and alignment with organizational needs.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Employment@Parkinson.org. Please indicate, “AVP, Patient Education” in the subject line. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls please.

The Parkinson’s Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our culture and in our work on behalf of people with Parkinson's disease.