Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center · 3 hours ago
Communications Content Specialist
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expMary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, and they are seeking a Communications Content Specialist to support their regional communications strategy. This role involves developing engaging content, providing public relations support, and executing special projects to advance the mission of the organization.
Health CareHospitalMedicalOncologyPersonal Health
Responsibilities
Research, write and edit content for various communications channels and audiences as managed by the Marketing and Communications Department; coordinate with communications agency for project support
Responsible for providing public relations (PR) support as directed by the Sr. Director, as well as
Responsible for implementing communications strategy tactics by developing presentations, writing key messages and assisting with nominations and other items
Responsible for executing special community relations and other projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in English, communications, public relations, journalism or related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of public relations skills
Technology savvy
Must be familiar with AP Style
Excellent ability to organize information and translate clinical concepts in to consumer-friendly copy
Proficiency using Microsoft Office, PowerPoint
Attention to detail in writing, editing and proof reading materials
Familiarity with digital photography and other technologies and platforms used for communication purposes
Preferred
Minimum of three years' experience in communications or related field preferred
Healthcare experience a plus
Company
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is a health care firm that provides cancer care services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.3MKey Investors
HumanaUnitedHealth Group
2024-04-25Grant
2023-10-26Grant· $2.3M
Leadership Team
Jonas Fontenot, PhD
President and CEO
Dana Neucere, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2025-10-04
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