Communications Specialist

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re excited to help you explore an opportunity as a Communications Specialist for a leading healthcare organization based in Rochester, MN. This long-term contract role offers a hybrid work arrangement and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the organization’s strategic communications efforts.

As a Communications Specialist within the Cardiovascular (CV) Department, you will play a key role in driving strategic communications initiatives that support the organization’s mission to innovate and improve patient care. You’ll collaborate closely with department leadership to develop and execute communication strategies that foster clarity, engagement, and alignment across various projects and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic communications consultation to department chairs, managers, and supervisors.
• Develop, implement, and measure communication plans that align with the CV department’s mission and strategic objectives.
• Oversee internal and external communications to ensure consistency and alignment.
• Support communications for departmental and institutional projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Modernize and maintain the CV newsletter to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Proactively identify opportunities to advance the department’s mission through strategic messaging.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and communication strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, healthcare, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in communications or a related field.
• Strong preference for candidates with healthcare industry experience.
• Familiarity with WordPress is a plus.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• Commuter Benefits
• eLearning and Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

Eligibility for benefits requires a minimum of 30 hours per week and a 10-week assignment length.

If you are a communications professional looking to contribute to a dynamic and innovative healthcare organization, we encourage you to apply today!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.