PA Outreach Specialist

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PA Outreach Specialist

Location: NCCPA is a hybrid work environment with our headquarters located in Johns Creek, Georgia. NCCPA has determined that the telecommuting status of this position is remote which means that employees in remote positions are allowed to primarily work remotely with required travel for mandatory meetings, including to the NCCPA headquarters.

As a matter of policy, NCCPA restricts remote positions to those in which the employee’s home office location in a U.S. jurisdiction in the Eastern or Central time zones.

Reports To: Director of Communications and PA Relations

Who We Are
NCCPA is the only certifying organization for physician assistants in the United States. Established as a not-for-profit organization in 1975, we are dedicated to assuring the public that board certified PAs meet established standards of clinical knowledge and cognitive skills upon entry into practice and throughout their careers. All U.S. states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. territories have decided to rely on NCCPA certification as one of the criteria for licensure or regulation of PAs.

Why Work at NCCPA
We get to do meaningful work every day and we enjoy working and having fun together! No wonder we’ve been ranked #9 out of 75 small businesses in the metro Atlanta area by the Atlanta Journal Constitution's 2024 Top Workplaces in the Region.

Why Us, Why Now?

As the PA Outreach Specialist, you will be responsible for planning, development, and the implementation of the NCCPA's presentations to PA Program under the direction of the Director of Communications and PA Relations.

In accordance with NCCPA’s Conflict of Interest Policy, any NCCPA employee who is a PA, lives with or is in a committed relationship with, or is related to a PA is prohibited from working on exam content, participating in NCCPA exam-related meetings and will not have access to NCCPA systems that contain PA data.

How Will You Make a Difference? You will…

• Develop and fosters relationships with administrative staff and faculty from PA Programs.
• Use project management software (Wrike and Excel) with the Communications team to manage events (publicizes events on social media, newsletters, board reports and website).
• Create and deliver live, virtual or recorded presentations for PA students, faculty and other audiences
• Create and update recorded presentations.
• Develop quarterly board reports with data of speaking events.
• Exhibit at occasional live events.
• Respond and tracks all email correspondence from PA students, faculty and administrators.
• Manage the design and production of print materials and slide decks.

Hard Skills You Will Have

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies or another discipline; earned doctoral degree is preferred.
• Graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program and maintains NCCPA certification.
• A minimum of 3 years of full-time teaching experience in a PA program.
• A minimum of 3 years in full-time clinical practice as a PA.
• Current state physician assistant license.
• Experience overseeing the design and production of print materials, slide decks and publications.
• Experience leading performance-based and outcome-based programs and staff.
• Demonstrate skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of communications and public relations activities.
• Demonstrate successful experience creating and delivering live, virtual and recorded presentations.

Soft Skills You Will Bring

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills as demonstrated by strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A team player, who can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other staff members within a collegial, yet demanding, work environment.
• Strong track record of handling a variety of constituencies and thriving in a complex environment with multiple priorities.

Benefits and Perks for You

• • Work/Life Balance
    • 37.5-hour workweek, Monday - Friday
    • Hybrid Work Environment
    • Eleven paid holidays
    • 19 PTO Days
    • Paid Volunteer Day to Make a Difference
  • Competitive Compensation and Growth Opportunities
  • Robust Benefits Package
    • Medical, Dental and Vision with over 80% Employer Contribution
      • PPO Option with Health Reimbursement Account for Medical Expenses (100% Employer Funded)
      • HDHP Option with Health Savings Account for Medical Expenses with quarterly Employer contributions
      • Two Employee Assistance Programs
    • 100% Employer Paid Group Life Insurance and Short- and Long-term Disability
    • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses
    • 401(k) Plan with Employer Contributions and Matching (after a year of service). Employees Contributions can start one month after hire date.
    • $1,000 Annual Reimbursement for eligible Health and Wellness expenses
    • Monthly Technology Stipend
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • 100% Employer Paid Training Opportunities

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

NCCPA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, NCCPA will take steps to assure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources