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Pacific NW Transplant Bank Faculty

Legacy PR/Communication Specialist

WSHA Director, Program Communications
OML Marketing Communcations Specialist

Salem Hospital-Communication Specialists


Department: Pacific NW Transplant Bank
Job Category: Faculty
Posted: 01/28/2008
Job ID: IRC23855 CJ
Job Status: FULLTIME


Description
The duties include collaborating with Pacific Northwest Transplant Bank (PNTB) staff and other donation agencies to provide healthcare professionals education on all aspects of organ donation and recovery; initiating contact with key hospital staff; developing education programs, maintaining positive working relationships with donor hospitals; developing hospital programs to increase donation, collecting and analyzing hospitals- donation data and evaluating plan for effectiveness making modifications as necessary. Professionalism, integrity and support of PNTB's mission is expected as is compliance with OHSU's Code of Conduct.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field; experience in healthcare marketing or OPO hospital services experience.

Schedule and Salary Range
1.0 FTE; Salary Range: $45,000-65,000/year; Location: Downtown Portland.

How To Apply
Apply online at http://www.ohsu.edu/hr/jobs/job_details.cfm?job_posting_id=IRC23855  

 

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Job Title: Public Relations and Communications Specialist

Legacy Health System

Posted 2/21/08

Legacy Health System, located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, is currently recruiting for an experienced Public Relations and Communications Specialist to join our dynamic Marketing Department at our corporate office. As the sixth largest private sector employer in Oregon, we are dedicated to creating a culture in which learning is encouraged, creativity welcomed and initiative rewarded. We value teamwork, initiative, respect, caring and customer service. Legacy Health System is a nonprofit corporation with more than 9,000 employees and five hospitals.

In collaboration with management, medical staff and program teams, the Public Relations and Communications Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating public relations and communication strategy and tactics for assigned areas. This individual coordinates media relation’s activities and responds to inquiries from internal and external customers, provides communications and marketing support to Internal audiences, i.e. employees, management, nursing, physicians and functional dept, and provides communication support for major initiatives and special projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Journalism background, previous experience working with media either as part of the media or as a PR professional; excellent writing skills and verbal communication skills. A Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field or equivalent experience is required. At least five years experience in public relations, media relations, communications and/or marketing. Healthcare industry experience preferred. Exceptional interpersonal and pro-active problem-solving skills are required. A demonstrated ability to translate technical information and present it in clear and relevant way to various audiences is also required. In addition, you must have the ability to manage, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and assignments. This position does require that you provide 24-hour pager coverage on a rotating basis with co-workers.

Legacy Health System offers a quality working environment, competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Apply on our website at www.legacyhealth.org and reference position #098649. AA/EOE

www.legacyhealth.org  
 

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Job Title Director, Program Communications

Washington State Hospital Association
Position Rating Exempt
% FTE 100%
Effective Date January 2008


Purpose of Position: This position is responsible for developing, writing, and overseeing production or communications pieces for three Washington State Hospital Association programs: Patient Safety, Health Work Force Institute, and Health Information Program. It requires the ability to work with staff of these three distinct programs. This position will also assist with general WSHA communications and will oversee production of major WSHA publications. This position will choose and work with vendors and consultants such as graphic designers, printers, and web conference vendors. It requires working alone or with designers to create publications, presentations, webcasts, web pages, and events that look professional and reflect the identity of WSHA. This position will be part of a team setting standards for the look of WSHA publications and consistent messages. It requires excellent idea generation skills, interviewing skills, writing skills, attention to detail, and good proofing skills. Project development skills and the ability to balance multiple projects and priorities are required.

 

Principal Interactions and Partnerships
Vice President, Communications
Vice President, Patient Safety
Executive Director, Health Work Force Institute
Executive Director, Health Information Program

Budgetary Responsibility
Manages printing budgets set by Directors of the project

Level of Authority
Staff position
Chooses and oversees vendors and consultants such as graphic designers, printers, and web conference vendors

Specific Job Skills/Characteristics
Excellent, quick, accurate writing skills in English.
Curiosity, inventiveness, and ability to generate ideas independently.
Knowledge about health care.
Ability to interview people and turn conversations into written materials.
Excellent ideas about how to best present information to make it eye catching and meaningful.
Ability to present written materials in an understandable fashion, free of jargon.
Project management experience.
Experience with office equipment.
Attention to detail is a must.
Demonstrated work experience in office environment and customer service.
Physical ability to use computer hardware and software required.

Educational, Experience and/or Licensing Requirements
Minimum of a Bachelors degree, preferably in a communications related field.
Minimum five years of experience in communications, preferably in health care communications.

Job Conditions
Position requires working in an office environment and with usual office equipment including copiers, fax machines and computers. Position requires sitting for long periods of time using computer mouse, keyboard and screen. Position will require occasional early morning, evening, and weekend work.

Reports to: Vice President, Communications

 

For more information contact:

Cassie Sauer
Vice President, Communications
Washington State Hospital Association
206/216-2538

 

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Marketing Comm SpeciaWriter/Editor – Healthcare Quality Reporting

 

Date: 05-16-08
Title: Marketing Communication Specialist
Location: Springfield, OR
Department: OML-MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Hours/Week: 40

Job Description:
Responsible for development, management and execution of marketing and communications plans that support market growth, enhance image, build loyalty, and position PeaceHealth as a leading provider of laboratory services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
' Coordinate and implement image and positioning statements for identified product lines.
' Develop programs that build awareness and differentiate our services through consistent messages and communication materials.
' Assist Marketing department with enhancing the image of PeaceHealth laboratories through effective public relations efforts, advertising, educational presentations, training materials and web site.
' Assists leadership with editorial support for materials intended for publication or presentation.
Qualifications:
Requires a BA/BS from an accredited college in a related discipline. Masters Degree and/or a degree/ experience in health care desirable.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/TRAINING
Requires 3-5 years of related experience involving writing/editing, advertising, public relations and internal communications. Experience in laboratory or health care communications preferred. Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Knowledge of desktop publishing programs such as InDesign is a plus, but not required.. Ability to type 55+ WPM, using a standard computer keyboard. Administrative skills required, including: ability to format and produce documents according to business writing and departmental standards; ability to file business records and other documents, accurately and efficiently. 

 

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Salem Hospital 
Spokesperson/Communications Coordinator
Marketing Communications Coordinator


Salem Health, the parent corporation for Salem Hospital, West Valley Hospital (in Dallas) and a number of other health services, is recruiting to fill two positions in its Marketing and Communications Department. The announcements can be found at www.salemhospital.org/careers.

Spokesperson/Communications Coordinator.

This person is the chief spokesperson for Salem Health and primary contact for the media, as well as lead
staff person for crisis and sensitive-issues communications. Uses strong
written and verbal communication skills, and public relations expertise,
to develop and manage comprehensive communication plans to further the
positive growth and reputation of Salem Health. In this fast-paced job,
the person successfully manages multiple, simultaneous projects to
completion and within budget. Collaborates with other marketing
department staff to maintain consistency, efficiency, and ensure
alignment with strategic goals. Supports the organization's marketing
programs, as well as internal communications.

Marketing communications coordinator.

This person plays a vital role in developing and growing the business of Salem Health, through
effective research and analysis, development and execution of marketing
communications plans, and solid relationships with hospital leaders and
key stakeholders. Draw on strong written and verbal communication skills
to represent and positively impact the reputation of Salem Health. In
this fast-paced job, you will successfully manage multiple, simultaneous
projects to completion and within budget. Collaborate with other
marketing department staff to maintain consistency, efficiency, and
ensure alignment with strategic goals. Support the organization's media
relations as well as internal and external communication efforts.

Sherryll Johnson Hoar
Manager, Marketing & Communications Dept.
Salem Health
Desk: (503) 561-5664
Mobile: (503) 991-6033
www.salemhospital.org

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