What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health IT Communications Specialist position at Spire Communications?
The position is hybrid, with occasional onsite work at the client site in Washington, DC.
Spire is a full-service communications firm supporting innovative programs in government, technology, healthcare, and science. We seek a creative, detail-oriented communications specialist with strong writing skills and at least 4 years of marketing or communications experience. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in client-facing work and is passionate about storytelling, digital engagement, and messaging. Candidates must demonstrate initiative, strong workplace efficiency, and the flexibility to assume new responsibilities and pivot to different subject areas.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with health technology companies and/or with federal health agencies.
What You’ll Do
- Create compelling content for newsletters, blog posts, social media, and website updates.
- Manage and grow clients’ social media presence across platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, X/Twitter, YouTube).
- Write and publish blog articles that reflect thought leadership, industry trends, and organizational updates.
- Maintain and update the company website using WordPress.
- Evaluate, improve, and write website content for search engine optimization (SEO).
- Occasionally assist in preparing presentations and reports using PowerPoint and Word.
What You’ll Bring to Spire
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience in marketing communications
- Experience working on topics such as health IT, healthcare, and public policy
- Experience working with or supporting federal government clients or agencies
- Proven experience in social media content creation and blog writing
- Proficiency in WordPress, PowerPoint, Excel, and basic Salesforce functionality is a plus
- Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Proofreading skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field preferred.
- Familiarity with SEO and digital analytics tools
- Basic HTML/CSS markup is a plus
What We Offer
- Medical (United Healthcare) and dental (CareFirst) plans paid at 100%
- Monthly $50 “wellness” stipend for gym memberships, spa services, etc.
- Life and disability insurance (short and long-term)
- Generous PTO and federal holidays
- Flexible home/office environment
- Home office expense reimbursement
- 401(k) plan with automatic 3% of salary employer contribution
- Employee referral bonuses
- Annual stipend for employee and/or job-related training
Spire Communications is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000