Staff Writer

Healio is seeking a curious, driven and detail-oriented Staff Writer to join our Orthopedics news team. In this role, you will produce timely, well-crafted news articles and in-depth features reporting on clinical breakthroughs and medical policy shifts for our orthopedics audience.

Responsibilities

• Write daily medical news articles and journal summaries for both online and print platforms
• Pitch timely and relevant story ideas that align with physician audience interests
• Conduct interviews with key opinion leaders, researchers and industry representatives to inform and enhance medical news coverage
• Attend major medical conferences and provide real-time coverage of breaking research and expert insights
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with sources, including physicians, researchers and Editorial Board members
• Collaborate with other staff to create supporting visuals, including infographics and photos, for visual storytelling
• Take on special assignments and cover stories as directed by the Executive or Managing Editor
• Adapt to a fast-paced newsroom environment, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining editorial accuracy

Skills

• 1-3 years of professional writing experience, ideally in a newsroom, medical publication or medical communications environment
• Strong command of grammar, usage and journalistic style, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and digital content tools
• Detail and deadline-oriented mindset, with proven ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Willingness to work occasional weekends and travel for coverage of major medical conferences and events
• Ability to thrive independently, but also collaborate well within a team
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications or related field

Benefits

• Health insurance package, which includes medical, pharmacy, dental, and an FSA plan
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule

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