Specialist – Enterprise Communications Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed

• our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! The Enterprise Communications function at Ochsner Health is dedicated to delivering exceptional communications strategy, consultation and support for the 40,000+ healthcare professionals who put our patients first every day across Ochsner’s 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers. System Communications is a critical component of Ochsner’s dynamic Enterprise Communications team, which is responsible for building, growing, and protecting Ochsner’s reputation in a way that shapes the external environment and nurtures internal culture and the successful fulfillment of the organization’s strategic plan. The Enterprise Communications Specialist is a key team member providing essential support to internal clients and the communications function in the advancement of organizational strategy, operational and behavioral change, and connection and culture across Ochsner’s employee audiences. The specialist works closely with the Enterprise Communications team and assigned departments and functions to deliver consistent messaging, implement communications plans and track initiatives. Through communications skill, sound recommendations, innovative thinking and the highest degree of accuracy and attention to detail, the specialist builds trusted relationships with clients and peers, delivering content that helps to build culture, deepen engagement and equip teams to fulfill Ochsner’s strategic objectives. Education Required

• High School diploma or equivalent Preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communications, Public Relations/Journalism, English or a related degree Work Experience Required
• 7 years related experience Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Exceptional written and verbal communications skills with an ability to translate complex topics into understandable communications.

Ability to present information confidently and professionally to varying levels of individuals. Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills with a strong collaborative mindset. Experience and proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint. Prefer candidates with demonstrated experience working in content management systems. Job Duties Develops small to mid-level communications plans and contributes to larger communications initiatives at the direction of team leadership. Executes internal communications tactics including email messages, online articles, talking points, Powerpoint slides, video scripts and internal social media posts to support employee groups including individual contributors, nurses, physicians, leaders and others. Ensures content accuracy and obtains executive and senior leadership approval before publishing to the appropriate channels. Routinely works within the system communications content management platform to build, position and deploy messages to the right audience at the right time and in the most compelling way. Oversees various aspects of planning, creative concept development, execution, and tracking for communications. Monitors and measures content effectiveness and audience response. Works with leadership to identify emerging internal issues or opportunities so that internal communications can be developed to address or take advantage of them. Proactively stays abreast of emerging trends, best practices and technologies for optimizing communications to inspire engagement with content and achieve desired outcomes. Supports the Enterprise Communications team with special projects, events, and strategies as needed. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work

• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated

Light Work:

(1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.

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The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers. For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana. Additionally, Ochsner Children’s has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years. Ochsner inspires healthier lives and stronger communities through a combination of standard-setting expertise, quality and connection not found anywhere else in the region. In 2023, Ochsner Health cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries. Ochsner’s workforce includes more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians. To learn more about how Ochsner empowers people to get well and stay well, visit https://www.ochsner.org/. Ochsner Health is proud to be an Employer of Choice. Ranked one of Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 2024 Becker’s Healthcare listed Ochsner Health as 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare Awarded Culture Awards for Purpose and Values and Healthcare Industry by Top Workplace Ranked as a 2023 Top Workplace in the USA! The Top Workplaces USA award is based entirely on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by the employees of participating workplaces. Awarded Top Work Places 2023 for six consecutive years by The Times-Picayune Earned 2022-2023 Great Place to Work Certification™ Ochsner Health named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023 Opportunities listed here represent open positions at Ochsner Health and Ochsner Health managed entities.