Senior Communications Specialist - Infusion Therapies and Platforms

Baxter•Deerfield, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Communications Specialist supports internal and external communications across Baxter’s Infusion Therapies & Platforms and Advanced Surgery businesses. As part of a globally focused communications team supporting Baxter’s largest business segment, the role helps build awareness of innovations, engage employees, and strengthen Baxter’s reputation among customers, healthcare professionals, media, and other stakeholders. This newly created position provides additional communications capacity as the business grows and evolves. The specialist partners with communications leaders and business stakeholders on editorial planning, content development, media relations, research, and project execution. The role works across functions including Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality, and Legal, and supports communications for product innovations, regulatory milestones, medical congresses, patient education initiatives, and thought leadership programs. The position is hybrid and based in Deerfield, Illinois.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Advertising, or a related field.
3–5+ years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing communications, or a related discipline.
Strong writing and editing skills, with experience developing content across multiple channels and audiences.
Experience supporting media relations, social media, thought leadership, and integrated communications programs.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintain strong attention to detail, and meet deadlines.
Experience partnering with business leaders, marketing teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to support communications objectives.
Strong organizational, project management, and relationship-building skills in a collaborative, matrixed environment.
Proactive, curious, and adaptable approach; ability to work independently and leverage AI-powered tools to enhance productivity and communications effectiveness.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of integrated communications plans across internal and external channels.
Manage editorial calendars, project timelines, workflows, approvals, and communications activities to ensure timely execution.
Create and edit leadership communications, presentations, FAQs, intranet content, social media content, press materials, and key messaging.
Support media relations, including media outreach, journalist inquiries, speaking opportunities, media tracking, and reporting.
Manage and publish content across internal communications platforms and help drive employee engagement and content visibility.
Support communications for product innovations, regulatory milestones, medical congresses, patient education initiatives, and thought leadership programs.
Partner with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to gather information, coordinate communications activities, and maintain alignment with approved messaging and brand standards.
Use Microsoft Copilot, Canva, Airtable, and Meltwater to support content development, communications planning, reporting, and execution.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage starting on day one.
Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employee contribution and company matching options.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Educational assistance programs.
Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
Family and medical leaves of absence and paid parental leave.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Childcare benefits.
Eligibility for discretionary bonuses.