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Dow Jones

Assistant Editor, Opinion

New York, NY

S. & world news, politics, arts, culture, lifestyle, sports, and health. It holds 38 Pulitzer ... The assistant editor is responsible for supporting their team with communicating with external ...

SupportFinity™

Assistant Editor

Greenville, NY · On-site

We are looking for talented Assistant Editors who are knowledgeable yet open to new ideas, and the ... Company contributions to employee Health Savings Accounts (HSA) * 401k Plan with Safe Harbor ...

RELX

Assistant Managing Editor

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

Outten & Golden

Assistant Managing Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

AOPA

Assistant Editor, Publications

Frederick, MD · On-site

$55K - $62K/yr

The assistant editor supports the editorial and production processes of AOPA's award-winning ... Health Savings Plan with employer contribution (for eligible participants) 401(k) Retirement Plan ...

LexisNexis

Assistant Managing Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

RELX

Assistant Managing Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

LexisNexis

Assistant Managing Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

Outten & Golden

Assistant Managing Editor

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

RELX Group plc

Assistant Managing Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

LexisNexis

Assistant Managing Editor

$104K - $174K/yr

About the Role Law360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead the editorial side of our ... healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant health editor in the United States is $51,214.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $59,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an assistant health editor do?

An Assistant Health Editor supports the editorial team in creating, editing, and fact-checking health-related content for publications or websites. They help ensure articles are accurate, up-to-date, and written in a way that's accessible to the target audience. Responsibilities often include researching medical topics, collaborating with writers and medical experts, and assisting with the editorial process. This role is important for maintaining the credibility and reliability of health information published by a media outlet.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an assistant health editor?

To thrive as an Assistant Health Editor, you need a strong background in health journalism, research, and editing—often supported by a degree in journalism, English, or a health-related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), SEO tools, and style guides like AP or AMA is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and collaboration skills help you effectively shape content and work with writers and experts. These competencies ensure the production of accurate, accessible, and engaging health content that meets editorial standards.

How does an assistant health editor collaborate with medical experts and other editorial team members?

Assistant Health Editors frequently work alongside medical professionals, writers, and senior editors to ensure the accuracy and clarity of health-related content. They are responsible for fact-checking articles, coordinating expert reviews, and synthesizing complex medical information into reader-friendly language. This role often involves participating in editorial meetings, pitching ideas, and providing feedback to freelance contributors. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential for managing deadlines and maintaining high editorial standards.

What is the difference between Assistant Health Editor vs Health Writer?

AspectAssistant Health EditorHealth Writer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or health sciences; some roles prefer experience in editingBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or health sciences; strong writing portfolio
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams, media outlets, publishing companies, online health platformsFreelance or staff positions in media, health websites, magazines, or newspapers
Primary ResponsibilitiesAssisting in editing health content, fact-checking, ensuring accuracy, supporting senior editorsWriting original health articles, research summaries, and health-related content

While both roles require health knowledge and strong writing skills, Assistant Health Editors focus on editing, fact-checking, and supporting content development, whereas Health Writers primarily create original health content. The Assistant Health Editor role often involves collaboration within editorial teams, with a focus on accuracy and quality control, while Health Writers are responsible for producing engaging, informative articles for various audiences.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Health Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,214 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Administrative Assistant - healthcare

Santee, CA

Liberty Healthcare Corporation
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
Learn more about Liberty Healthcare Corporationexternal

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

A full-time Administrative Assistant position is now available with Liberty Healthcare.

Program overview

Liberty Healthcare operates a specialized mental health program within multiple San Diego County jail facilities.

The goal of the program is to provide rapid mental health services to people in need - so they may achieve improved behavioral health outcomes as quickly as possible.

Responsibilities

As Liberty Healthcare’s Administrative Assistant your day-to-day work will involve:

  • Providing administrative support to the mental health team
  • Organizing patient charts, electronic files, and other health data
  • Scheduling appointments and meetings
  • Composing and editing letters, memoranda, forms, and reports
  • Communicating with stakeholders
  • Assisting with various projects

Work setting

You will split time working onsite at these two jail facilities:

  • The Las Colinas Detention and Reentry Facility at 451 Riverview Parkway in Santee, CA 92071
  • The Rock Mountain Detention Facility at 406 Alta Road in San Diego, CA 92158 (nearby Otay Mesa)

Schedule

You will work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday during daytime hours.

Pay and benefits

  • $20.00 to $24.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 30 days of paid time off each year for holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal days
  • FSA, 401k plan, and other perks

For details regarding Liberty’s benefits plan visit www.libertyhealthcare.com/upload/143.pdf

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