Communication Specialist

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Works in a highly collaborative team environment involving extensive coordination of the design, development, implementation, execution and distribution of communications plans for Corewell Health, including all related materials for internal and/or external clients. Point of contact for clients. Daily and project management supervised by Manager. Produces variety of communications materials. Ensures that all materials meet established Corewell Health brand standards. Essential Functions Communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with members of management, staff, physician health care teams and vendors on communications and program planning, implementation and execution in area of accountability. (Proficient Level) Supports client in developing and implementing internal and external communications. Develops and edits articles for communication vehicles by soliciting input, interviewing appropriate individuals for information, writing copy, and reviewing materials with related departments to obtain appropriate internal approvals. (Proficient Level) Assists in the planning and execution of large and small special events including groundbreaking ceremonies, grand openings or receptions within the community. (Proficient Level) Responsible for expenses impacting departmental budget, or other financial resources within a department. (Proficient Level) Adheres to corporate brand standards for all materials to ensure consistency in all communications. (Proficient Level) Collaborates with Creative Services production to facilitate design, production, printing and distribution of materials within budget by obtaining cost estimates and assisting in the selection of external vendors. Reviews with supervisor work performed by outside services to ensure work meets deadlines and quality standards. Oversees internal approval process as directed by manager and ensures customers receive quality product. (Proficient Level) May develop system print and Web materials including annual report, fast facts, Web facts, brochures and other messaging to support Corewell Health. May support system internal Web site (InSite) including development of new formation and maintenance. May collaborate with web design personnel to determine appropriate action for web-based communication and access. (Proficient Level)

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of relevant experience in a work environment with transferrable skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in health care communications

Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with members of management, staff, physician health care teams and vendors on communications and program planning, implementation and execution in area of accountability.
• Supports client in developing and implementing internal and external communications.
• Develops and edits articles for communication vehicles by soliciting input, interviewing appropriate individuals for information, writing copy, and reviewing materials with related departments to obtain appropriate internal approvals.
• Assists in the planning and execution of large and small special events including groundbreaking ceremonies, grand openings or receptions within the community.
• Responsible for expenses impacting departmental budget, or other financial resources within a department.
• Adheres to corporate brand standards for all materials to ensure consistency in all communications.
• Collaborates with Creative Services production to facilitate design, production, printing and distribution of materials within budget by obtaining cost estimates and assisting in the selection of external vendors.
• Reviews with supervisor work performed by outside services to ensure work meets deadlines and quality standards.
• Oversees internal approval process as directed by manager and ensures customers receive quality product.
• May develop system print and Web materials including annual report, fast facts, Web facts, brochures and other messaging to support Corewell Health.
• May support system internal Web site (InSite) including development of new formation and maintenance.
• May collaborate with web design personnel to determine appropriate action for web-based communication and access.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
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• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level