• Job Description

  Req#: JR101607

  We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

  Job Description Summary:

  The Communications Sr. Specialist (Consultant) plays a key role in building engagement and developing culture among the 35,000 associates, providers and volunteers at OhioHealth. This position will support communications for special projects, such as hospital integration and other large-scale, multi-year projects. S/he will support the OhioHealth strategic imperatives of managing reputation, developing culture and building engagement through development and execution of primarily internal communications activities for OhioHealth and its entities. They will also be accountable for coordinating and executing communications plans that align and fulfill OhioHealth's mission, vision, values and strategic priorities.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  Bachelor's Degree (Required)

  Field of Study: Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field

  3-5 years of experience in communications, marketing, media, or public relations preferably for a multi-hospital, healthcare system.

  SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

  Necessary skills and experience:

  • Develop communication strategy and manage activities as outlined in communication plans.
  • Execute communication tactics with keen eye for style consistency.

  • Organize content by channel and audience.
  • Incorporate change management concepts in communications approach.
  • Build presentations and present content in front of business partners and leaders.
  • Support crisis management projects
  • Support leaders with communication to external audiences to support OhioHealth’s reputation.

  Keys to success:

  • Superior writing, editing and proofreading skills.
  • Strong prioritization and time management skills, extremely strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
  • Mostly works independently but be able to work in a matrixed and collaborative environment.
  • Effectively meet tight deadlines
  • Use analysis/data/tools and critical thinking for complex problems.
  • Strong executive presence
  • Stay abreast of business trends and industry best practices.
  • Ability to explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

  Work Shift:

  Day

  Scheduled Weekly Hours :

  40

  Department

  Communications

  Join us!
  ... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
  ... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
  ... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

• About the company

  OhioHealth is a not-for-profit system of hospitals and healthcare providers located in Columbus, Ohio and surrounding areas.

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