Remote Provider Engagement Project Specialist (Part-Time)

FPHNY Recruitment Team; New York (NY); Remote; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) seeks a Provider Engagement Project Specialist for a temporary, part-time assignment from June 1 to August 31, 2026. The role will engage NYC healthcare providers and others to understand needs around emerging substances and draft a recommendations report to improve care for people who use drugs.

Responsibilities include leading meetings, synthesizing findings, reviewing literature, and writing clear education materials; the work is remote

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred but not required; Bachelor’s degree required.
• Knowledge of substance use care, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, person-centered care, and anti-stigma practices in healthcare.
• Experience engaging with healthcare staff and leaders, including facilitating and leading meetings.
• Ability to lead discussions and facilitate structured meetings to generate actionable recommendations.
• Experience with healthcare education, health communication, clinical education, qualitative methods, and public health knowledge translation is a plus.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience developing reports and presentations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead meetings with NYC healthcare providers and other jurisdictions to discuss emerging substances and communication needs.
• Synthesize findings toward actionable recommendations for the NYC Health Department.
• Review peer‑reviewed literature and publications on best practices for healthcare provider communication.
• Write recommendations report on communication and education to providers about emerging substances.
• Support the department's goals and mission with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Provider engagement

Lead discussions

Analytical & synthesis

Written & verbal comms

Independent & collaborative

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree in public health or related field

Bachelor's degree required

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) seeks a Provider Engagement Project Specialist for a temporary, part-time assignment from June 1 to August 31, 2026. The role will engage NYC healthcare providers and others to understand needs around emerging substances and draft a recommendations report to improve care for people who use drugs.

Responsibilities include leading meetings, synthesizing findings, reviewing literature, and writing clear education materials; the work is remote