Healthcare Communications Writer
Contract Period: Dec 2026 - Nov 2027
Onsite only in Bethesda, MD
Pay Rate: $52 - $62/hr.
Great stories deserve to be told. Especially the ones that make a difference.
We're seeking an experienced Healthcare Communications Writer with a strong journalism background and a talent for compelling, long-form storytelling. This is an exciting opportunity to support one of the nation's leading military medical centers, bringing important stories of medical innovation, groundbreaking research, patient experiences, and the people behind exceptional healthcare to life.
If you love finding a great story, asking the right questions, connecting with people, and turning complex subjects into engaging, meaningful content, we'd love to hear from you!
This is a role for a talented healthcare writer and storyteller who knows how to take an idea from the initial pitch through the final published piece. You'll have access to fascinating subject matter, accomplished medical professionals, and stories that deserve an audience.
What You'll Be Doing
- Discover, research, and write compelling feature stories, articles, and editorial content for print and digital publications.
- Interview patients, families, physicians, researchers, military leadership, and medical professionals to uncover stories worth sharing.
- Bring medical innovations, clinical advancements, research, and patient experiences to life through engaging, accurate storytelling.
- Develop story ideas, manage editorial calendars, and take articles from concept through publication.
- Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and designers to create engaging multimedia stories.
- Write and edit content following AP Style, maintaining accuracy, clarity, and sensitivity.
- Contribute to internal and external communications, website content, social media, media relations, and special communications initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
- 5+ years of professional journalism or writing experience, with a strong portfolio of published work showcasing feature writing, interviews, and long-form storytelling.
- Experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or a similarly regulated, high-visibility environment.
- Strong interviewing, research, writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Knowledge of HIPAA and PHI safeguards, particularly when working with patient stories and sensitive information.
- Excellent organizational skills, including managing editorial calendars, deadlines, and multiple stories simultaneously.
- Ability to connect with people from all walks of life, from patients and families to physicians, researchers, and senior leadership.
Let's Talk! If you're a journalist at heart, a curious storyteller, and a talented writer who enjoys bringing important stories to life, this could be a fantastic next chapter in your career.
This is a one-year contract opportunity working full-time hours, on-site in Bethesda, MD. There's an option for an additional two-year contract. Remote work is not available
To apply, please submit your resume and a portfolio of published writing samples for consideration.
We receive a high volume of applications, so we're unable to respond individually. If your qualifications align, we'll reach out by phone, email, or text. Message and data rates may apply.
icreatives is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to protected characteristics and are committed to a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion fuel creative excellence.
