Healthcare Communication Consultant
Fairfax, VA - USA
Job Summary
Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is a trusted partner to federal health agencies. We are exploring the addition of an experienced Healthcare Communication Consultant to support external communication efforts for a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) client. This role supports the planning and execution of high-visibility enterprise-level communication initiatives that accompany complex organizational change.
The Healthcare Communication Consultant serves as a trusted advisor to federal clients translating program objectives into clear compelling and measurable communication strategies. The role requires close collaboration with government stakeholders cross-functional delivery teams and senior leadership to develop communication that builds awareness understanding and support among diverse stakeholder groups. This role blends strategic communication planning with hands-on development of high-quality deliverables across multiple channels. This position is for future openings; all candidates must reside in the United States.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Communication Planning & Advisory
- Develop and execute comprehensive external communication strategies aligned with federal agency transformation initiatives and organizational priorities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to federal clients providing strategic guidance in support of enterprise-level change efforts
- Translate complex program objectives into clear audience-appropriate messaging that supports awareness understanding and stakeholder buy-in
- Author review and deliver high-quality communication products including press releases blogs talking points executive messages website content video scripts and social media toolkits
- Ensure consistent quality accuracy and professionalism across all written and visual communications deliverables
- Produce executive-ready materials including PowerPoint briefings and written communications for senior leaders
- Collaborate closely with federal stakeholders and cross-functional delivery teams to support communication execution
- Develop stakeholder engagement plans tailored to diverse audiences with varying priorities and interests
- Maintain strong client relationships while driving responsive high-quality service
- Measure the effectiveness of communications strategies using analytics performance indicators and qualitative feedback
- Adjust messaging delivery methods and tactics based on performance outcomes and evolving client needs
- Apply insight from metrics to improve campaign effectiveness and stakeholder engagement
- Manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality products under tight deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment
- Work independently and collaboratively within a large delivery team
- Exercise discretion and sound judgment when managing sensitive or high-visibility communication topics
- Bachelors degree in communication journalism public affairs or related field required
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience delivering strategic communication support within federal government and/or management consulting environments
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing complex external communication plans for federal or public-sector clients
- Exceptional writing editing and proofreading skills with the ability to translate complex topics into clear audience-appropriate messaging
- Experience developing executive-level talking points speeches blogs and social media content
- Knowledge of strategic communication stakeholder engagement and public relations best practices
- Proficiency with content publishing platforms and social media channels including LinkedIn X Facebook and related tools
- Strong organization skills with proven ability to meet deadlines manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail
- Ability to quickly develop subject matter familiarity across complex evolving program areas
- Excellent verbal communication skills and comfort interacting with senior leaders and client stakeholders
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word Excel and PowerPoint) including executive-read deck development
- Ability to work in the U.S. indefinitely without sponsorship
- Ability to obtain a public trust
- Masters degree in communication journalism public affairs or related field
- Prior experience supporting communication initiatives for federal government agencies including the VA/VHA
Compensation & Benefits
PFS offers a benefits package that may include health dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; retirement plan; paid time off; and other programs to support employees and their families. Learn more about PFS Benefits.
PFS benefits compensation and bonuses are determined by various factors including but not limited to location the individuals particular combination of education knowledge skills competencies and experience as well as contract and organizational requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex parental status national origin age disability genetic information political affiliation military service or other status protected by law.
Accommodations
PFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process please contact us at Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure applicants with disabilities have equal access to the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.
Workplace Health Safety and Compliance
This position may be subject to clientspecific or governmentmandated vaccination health or safety requirements which may change over time.
Texting Privacy Policy and Information:
- Message type: Informational; you will receive text messages regarding your application and potentially regarding interview scheduling.
- No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.
- Message frequency will vary depending on the application process.
- Msg & data rates may apply.
- Opt out at any time by texting stop.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
PFS is a verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business founded in 2014. PFS assists Federal clients in planning and implementing healthcare transformation.