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The primary purpose of the Manager Communications is to be responsible for the delivery of marketing and media relations initiatives to promote the hospital and its services, under the direction of the Director of Marketing Communications & Special Projects. This position serves as spokesperson for University Hospital and assists in responding to media inquiries. In addition, this position exists to continuously seek ways to enhance the hospital’s position in the marketplace through innovative use of communication vehicles.
Responsibilities What You’ll Do Under the direction of the director, is responsible for maintaining and coordinating UH’s social media channels, website, internal and external communications. Creates, designs, and distributes UH collateral including flyers, brochures, newsletters, posters, invitations, promotional items, videos, and presentations to ensure proper branding and effective messaging. Manages Marcomm monthly calendar to help prioritize and coordinate campus‐wide efforts.
Tracks Department KPIs to inform strategy and planning. Assists in creating communications targeted toward external healthcare professionals. Builds relationships with external and internal stakeholders including media, UH leadership team.
Organizes marketing & communications lived and staged events such as press events, video productions. Identifies UH’s priorities and packages relevant news and content to share with UH leaders, along with instructions for sharing with external audiences. Reads and researches local, regional, and national news to help inform UH leaders.
Coordinates Hospital tours for special guests. Works on special projects, as needed. Acts as a role model for customer service and improved quality.
Understands and adheres to University Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in University Hospital's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and University Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field, plus three (3) years of progressively responsible marketing experience, preferably with a focus on health issues in an academic medical center and/or urban environment. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, keen intuitive listening skills and have an ability to work independently. Demonstrated proficiency in social media, writing, project management in a complex environment is needed as are strong interpersonal skills and high proficiency in creating dynamic content.
Additional related experience may be substituted for the degree on a year‐for year basis. What We Offer Vacation Time Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Compensation In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is (minimum) $81,697 - (midpoint) $102,122 - (maximum) $122,545.
University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation. Apply Today We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you. University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
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About the role
This position serves as spokesperson for University Hospital and assists in responding to media inquiries. In addition, this position exists to continuously seek ways to enhance the hospital’s position in the marketplace through innovative use of communication vehicles.