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.ResponsibilitiesWrite daily medical news articles and journal summaries for both online and print platformsPitch timely and relevant story ideas that align with physician audience interestsConduct interviews with key opinion leaders, researchers and industry representatives to inform and enhance medical news coverageAttend major medical conferences and provide real-time coverage of breaking research and expert insightsDevelop and maintain strong relationships with sources, including physicians, researchers and Editorial Board membersCollaborate with other staff to create supporting visuals, including infographics and photos, for visual storytellingTake on special assignments and cover stories as directed by the Executive or Managing EditorAdapt to a fast-paced newsroom environment, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining editorial accuracySkills1-3 years of professional writing experience, ideally in a newsroom, medical publication or medical communications environmentStrong command of grammar, usage and journalistic style, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and digital content toolsDetail and deadline-oriented mindset, with proven ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneouslyWillingness to work occasional weekends and travel for coverage of major medical conferences and eventsAbility to thrive independently, but also collaborate well within a teamBachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications or related fieldBenefitsHealth insurance package, which includes medical, pharmacy, dental, and an FSA planLife insurance401kGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) planPaid holidaysFlexible work scheduleCompany OverviewHealio.com enables you, the health care specialist, to select and tailor news and education to fit your daily practice of medicine. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Thorofare, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.healio.com/.



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