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nLeague

Communication Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$51K - $68K/yr

The Tennessee Department of Health is currently seeking a contract Communication Specialist for the Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs program. * This role will lead content creation ...

nLeague

Communication Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$51K - $68K/yr

The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is seeking a talented and motivated contract Communications Specialist to support statewide maternal health initiatives. * This position plays a vital role in ...

STI

Communication Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$51K - $68K/yr

The Tennessee Department of Health is currently seeking a Communication Specialist for the Tobacco Prevention & Control, Tennessee Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Education and Support (TCAPES), and ...

Coxhealth

Communication Specialist

Springfield, MO

$48K - $64K/yr

Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times. * Named one of America's Greatest ... Benefits | CoxHealth The Communication Specialist is responsible for answering 911 calls and ...

CoxHealth

Communication Specialist

Springfield, MO · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times. * Named one of America's Greatest ... Benefits | CoxHealth The Communication Specialist is responsible for answering 911 calls and ...

CoxHealth

Communication Specialist

Springfield, MO

$48K - $64K/yr

Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times. * Named one of America's Greatest ... Benefits | CoxHealth The Communication Specialist is responsible for answering 911 calls and ...

Ra

Communication Specialist

Bedford, MA

$56K - $74K/yr

As a Communication Specialist, you are accountable for internal communication, which starts from a healthy flow of information by utilizing your effective styling and proper deliverance, and this ...

Carilion Clinic

Communication Specialist I

Roanoke, VA

$20.10 - $28.14/hr

R160798 Communication Specialist I - Ambulance Dispatch - FT (Open) How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: The Communication Specialist I works in the call center for Carilion Clinic Patient Transport ...

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How much do health communication specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for health communication specialist in the United States is $88,887.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Health Communication Specialist typically collaborate with other departments or professionals within a healthcare organization?

Health Communication Specialists frequently work cross-functionally, partnering with public health experts, medical staff, policy makers, and marketing teams to develop and disseminate effective health messages. They often participate in strategy sessions to ensure communications are accurate and resonate with diverse audiences. Collaboration may include regular meetings, joint project planning, and sharing insights from data analysis to align messaging efforts. This teamwork is essential for delivering cohesive public health campaigns and maximizing the impact of health education initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Health Communication Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Health Communication Specialist, you need expertise in public health, strategic communication, and message development, often supported by a degree in public health, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with data visualization software, content management systems, and analytics tools is commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and the ability to craft clear, audience-tailored messages make candidates stand out. These abilities are essential for effectively conveying complex health information and influencing public health outcomes.

What is a Health Communication Specialist?

A Health Communication Specialist is a professional who designs, implements, and evaluates strategies to inform and educate the public about health issues. They use various communication methods—such as campaigns, social media, and community outreach—to promote health behaviors, prevent disease, and improve public health outcomes. These specialists often work for government agencies, healthcare organizations, or nonprofits, translating complex health information into clear, accessible messages for diverse audiences.
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Health Communications Specialist

Cherokee Federal

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description


***As required by our governmental client, this position requires an active NACI/Tier I clearance or the ability to obtain a NACI/Tier I clearance to be considered. ***
***As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen, lawful resident alien, citizen of American Samoa or other territory owning permanent allegiance to the United States.
CNIH is seeking a Health Communication Specialist to support DGMH's communication initiatives. This position requires expertise in editorial services, data analysis, and strategic communication, with a focus on creating high-quality content for social media, reports, press releases, and public health campaigns. The ideal candidate will collaborate across teams to advance public health communication projects, analyze web and social metrics, and provide guidance on strategic messaging and educational programs.
Compensation & Benefits:
Pay commensurate with experience.
Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Health Communications Specialist Responsibilities Include:
  • Provide technical editorial and writing support for a variety of materials, including social media posts, CDC INFO press releases, surveillance and webpage metrics reports, talking points, email blasts, factsheets, and PowerPoint presentations.
  • Support and guide the implementation of public health communication projects, such as CDC's Clean Slate initiative within CDC Moving Forward, along with other educational and communication activities.
  • Develops timely and accurate training materials (job aids, PowerPoints, flow charts, videos, etc.) for port health station and external partners; delivers training during live and recorded training sessions with port health station staff.
  • Analyze data from DGMH webpages and PDFs, writing comprehensive reports and presentations for the division (e.g., Quarterly Webpage Metrics Report, Communication Surveillance Reports).
  • Attend and participate in meetings and training related to CDC Clean Slate and Digital First Editor; share key takeaways with the Office of the Director (OD) Communications team.
  • Collaborate with multiple stakeholders-including health communicators, subject matter experts, program specialists, policy advisors, and directors-to identify strategic communication priorities and develop actionable items to support OD Comms and Branch Communicators.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Health Communications Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism, English, Communication, Health Communication, Public Health, or related field.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, SharePoint, Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) and MS Automate.
  • Experience with editorial tools and platforms, including Visible Thread, Meltwater Social Listening, and Digital First Editor.
  • Experience with Plain Language
  • Proven ability to facilitate group discussions on high-level communication strategies and priorities.
  • Demonstrated skills in data analysis and interpretation, specifically in metrics from Adobe Analytics, Meltwater Social Listening, and webpage performance.
  • Ability to collaborate with subject matter experts and communication specialists.
  • Ability to pass U.S. Government security investigation and Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:
Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNIH is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.
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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
Similar Job Titles:
  • Health Communications Specialist
  • Communications Strategist
  • Public Health Communications Specialist
  • Web Content Coordinator
  • Communication Project Manager

Keywords:
  • Health Communication
  • CDC Web Platform
  • Content Migration
  • Communication Strategy
  • CDC Clearance

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.
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Cherokee Federal - a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses - is a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation's mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. Our team of companies manages nearly 1,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, consulting, engineering and manufacturing, health, and technology portfolios. Since 2012, the Cherokee Federal team of companies has won more than $5 billion in government contracts. Our 3,000+ employees work in 26 countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories. Why choose Cherokee Federal? Visit our website and learn about the great reasons to join our team. cherokee-federal.com

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Architectural services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Tulsa, OK, US

Year founded

1969

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