Remote Patient Educator, Neurology & Access

OpenKrill; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus & equity

Health insurance

Life & disability insurance

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

PTO 15 days

Paid holidays

Sick time

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a dedicated Patient Educator to empower patients and caregivers navigating Parkinson’s Disease Psychosis (PDP). You’ll deliver compassionate disease education, explain treatment options including NUPLAZID, and support seamless access through ACADIA Connect and PAMs.

The role requires collaboration with neurology and long-term care teams, strong communication, and travel as needed to reach advocacy groups and clinics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, social work, psychology, or related healthcare field.
• 3–5 years pharma experience with patient education or patient navigation, advocacy, or support services.
• Ability to meet travel requirements including driving and overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prescription disease state education to patients and caregivers.
• Provide information on product efficacy, safety, and access via ACADIA Connect.
• Distribute approved educational materials to enhance patient and caregiver awareness of PDP and treatment options.
• Collaborate with Patient Access Managers to address coverage and affordability questions.
• Partner with Neurology and Long-Term Care Sales Specialists to raise awareness of the Patient Educator resource.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Active listening

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing, social work, psychology

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ACADIA Connect

CRM systems

Job description

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a dedicated Patient Educator to empower patients and caregivers navigating Parkinson’s Disease Psychosis (PDP). You’ll deliver compassionate disease education, explain treatment options including NUPLAZID, and support seamless access through ACADIA Connect and PAMs.

The role requires collaboration with neurology and long-term care teams, strong communication, and travel as needed to reach advocacy groups and clinics.