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Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Merchant Discounts
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
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Department:
AA | Center for Health Lit Plain Language
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Plain Language Writer will be responsible for developing, editing, testing, and implementing health education materials for use by patients and community members. They will work with CHL program staff, other UAMS departments, external partners and clients, and patient and community representatives in achieving those goals. The writer will assist in the development and delivery of other CHL communications (e.g., for purposes of business development and teaching). This position reports to the CHL Director.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in health-, writing-, or communications-related field with at least 2 years of experience writing.
Additional minimum requirements:

• Completion of CITI training within first 2 months of employment
• Excellent technical writing skills (testing required) which demonstrate mastery of grammar and usage along with ability to organize and convey complex scientific information
• Proficiency with using Microsoft operating system and Microsoft 365 (or Office) software and experience in using Adobe Acrobat DC and other Adobe products.
• Ability to self-manage workload and organize projects and tasks for timely completion
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Plain language training to be completed during first 6 months of employment with documented mastery of skills according to rubric
• Some in-state travel is required, out-of-state travel occasionally (no more than 1 time per year)
• Occasional attendance at after-hours events

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in health education, patient education, health promotion, or health-related communications
• Master’s degree in health-, writing-, or communications-related field
• Experience in writing health content
• Certified Health Education Specialist or Certified Medical Writer
• Health literacy and plain language training

Additional Information:
Responsibilities:

• Other program and service-related duties as assigned
• Assess, edit, and create health materials for UAMS research, clinical, and outreach functions and for contract and grant deliverables using plain language best practices and knowledge of health behavior theory
• Support UAMS education efforts by developing and delivering health literacy / health communications content across colleges and via Interprofessional Education
• Develop and deliver communication (e.g., blogs, social media, articles, presentations, proposals, training materials) in support of CHL objectives

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check Required
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Pulling, Pushing
Benefits Eligible:
Yes