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Clinical Technical Writer / Editor

Prometheus Federal Services

Fairfax, VAJob$90–110K/yrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$90–110K/yr
Location
Fairfax, VA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree

Job overview

Prometheus Federal Services is hiring a Clinical Technical Writer / Editor. Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) seeks an experienced Clinical Technical Writer / Editor to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role involves collaborating with Subject Matter Experts, Instructional Designers, and Video Producers to transform clinical content into comprehensive training packages. The primary focus is on creating modular training curricula and materials to educate VA, Vet Center, and community mental health providers on PTSD assessment and best practices.

Key focus areas include Translate core clinical concepts and SME input into clear, structured, and engaging educational and instructional deliverables for diverse clinical audiences, Draft, edit, and refine training materials across multiple modules, including Facilitator Guides, Participant Workbooks, Handouts, Interactive Breakout Session Scenarios, Homework Assignments, Slide Deck Speaker Notes, Annotations, Video Scripts, and Teleprompter Copies, and Partner with Instructional Systems Designers, Graphic Artists, and Video Producers to align written content with visual, audiovisual, and web-based formats.

Successful candidates bring Master’s Degree In Relevant Field and 5+ Years Medical Clinical Technical Writing Experience. Important skills include Clinical Content Transformation, Curriculum & Materials Development, Collaboration, Review & Revision Cycles, Translating Complex Clinical Topics, and Clinical Assessment Tools. Preferred (not required): Style Guides, Section 508 Accessibility Standards, Writing Training Content For Federal Health Agencies, and Drafting Scripts For Educational Video Vignettes.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Clinical Content TransformationCurriculum & Materials DevelopmentCollaborationReview & Revision CyclesTranslating Complex Clinical TopicsClinical Assessment ToolsDiagnostic CriteriaDSM-5CAPS-5Behavioral Health ConceptsPTSD ConceptsAdult Learning PrinciplesDocument FormattingStyle GuidesPreparing Documents in PDFPreparing Documents in Microsoft WordSection 508 Accessibility StandardsWriting Training Content for Federal Health AgenciesDrafting Scripts for Educational Video VignettesSCORM-Compliant Learning Management SystemsVA Talent Management System (TMS)TRAIN LMS

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Clinical PsychologyMaster's Degree in NursingMaster's Degree in Public HealthMaster's Degree in Medical CommunicationsMaster's Degree in EnglishMaster's Degree in Related Discipline5+ Years Medical Technical Writing Experience5+ Years Medical Editing Experience5+ Years Clinical Editing Experience5+ Years Health-Related Editing Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Position Summary

Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is a trusted partner of federal health agencies. We are exploring the addition of an experienced Clinical Technical Writer / Editor to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

In this role you will collaborate directly with NCPTSD Subject Matter Experts, Instructional Designers, and Video Producers to transform core clinical content into comprehensive, highly structured training packages. The primary focus will be creating modular training curricula, facilitator guides, workbooks, handouts, and scripts to educate VA, Vet Center, and community mental health providers on validated PTSD assessment instruments and best practices

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Clinical Content Transformation: Translate core clinical concepts and SME input into clear, structured, and engaging educational and instructional deliverables for diverse clinical audiences.

  • Curriculum & Materials Development: Draft, edit, and refine training materials across multiple modules, including:

  • Facilitator Guides with FAQs and instructor notes

  • Participant Workbooks and Handouts

  • Interactive Breakout Session Scenarios and Homework Assignments

  • Slide Deck Speaker Notes and Annotations

  • Video Scripts and Teleprompter Copies for SME On-Camera Talent

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Instructional Systems Designers, Graphic Artists, and Video Producers to align written content with visual, audiovisual, and web-based formats (including TMS and TRAIN LMS integrations).

  • Review & Revision Cycles: Participate in iterative review workflows with Government SMEs and project stakeholders to finalize high-quality training assets.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education: Master’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Clinical Psychology, Nursing, Public Health, Medical Communications, English, or related discipline).

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in medical, clinical, or health-related technical writing and editing.

  • Skills & Competencies:

  • Proven track record translating complex clinical topics into accessible, educational materials for healthcare providers.

  • Familiarity with clinical assessment tools, diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5, CAPS-5), or behavioral health/PTSD concepts.

  • Strong mastery of adult learning principles in written instructional materials.

  • Proficiency with standard document formatting, style guides, and preparing documents in both PDF and editable Microsoft Word formats.

  • Demonstrated familiarity with Section 508 accessibility standards for digital documents.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Section 508 & Quality Compliance: Ensure all written deliverables and course components meet strict Section 508 accessibility standards and comply with VA style guides.

  • Prior experience writing or editing training content for federal health agencies (specifically the Department of Veterans Affairs or Department of Defense).

  • Experience drafting scripts or teleprompter copy for educational video vignettes.

  • Familiarity with SCORM-compliant Learning Management Systems (e.g., VA Talent Management System - TMS, TRAIN)

Compensation & Benefits

PFS offers a benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; a retirement plan; paid time off; and other programs to support employees and their families. Learn more (https://pfs.us/careers/work-with-us/) about PFS Benefits.

The posted salary range is the company’s good-faith estimate for this role. PFS benefits and compensation are determined by various factors, including, but not limited to, location; the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience; as well as contract and organizational requirements.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000

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 [email protected]. 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 client‑specific or government‑mandated vaccination, health, or safety requirements, which may change over time.

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