Associate Communications Specialist

This position is Remote in Texas. You will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. 

Explore opportunities with WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will be part of a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve improved health outcomes. Explore rewarding opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Associate Communications Specialist will be responsible for digital communication for various audiences with the overarching task to positively drive a consistent message directly promoting the WellMed Charitable Foundation and indirectly promoting the WellMed brand in the community. This position will play an integral hands-on role in working with other corporate departments and teams to implement internal and external brand awareness, marketing campaigns and corporate communication.  Although reporting directly to the Vice President, Social Responsibility, this position will work with additional colleagues and team leaders to ensure the message is consistent, clear and concise.

This position is full-time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

This will be on the job training and the hours during training will be aligned to your schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify target audiences and tailor content to maximize engagement and reach.
• Create, curate, and manage high-quality content (text, image, video) across platforms.
• Maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for campaign development and lead follow through to increase potential revenue generation.
• Monitor, respond to, and engage with followers in a timely and authentic manner.
• Foster online communities and manage reputation across platforms.
• Track performance metrics and generate regular reports to assess effectiveness.
• Use insights to optimize content and strategy.
• Stay up-to-date with platform updates, trends, and emerging technologies.
• Experiment with new formats and approaches to keep content fresh and relevant.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, Marketing, Communications or a related field required. 4+ years of comparable work experience with a High School Diploma/ GED or associate’s degree in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• 1+ years of experience with written communication, advertising and marketing coordination activities
• Has previously worked OR is currently working as a contractor placed at UGH OR one of its subsidiaries OR affiliates
• Develop and deliver creative solutions that strengthen the brand distinction
• Teambuilding abilities, leader, with coaching skills, keen judgment and problem solving skills
• Ability to work full-time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with social media principles and trends
• Marketing and/or communications experience within a healthcare environment

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Reside within Texas
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.

Soft Skills: 

• Excellent interpersonal skills, high energy and enthusiasm, with ability to thrive in a collaborative, high performance and action- oriented team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects with tight deadlines while paying close attention to the details of all deliverables.
• Ability to translate recommendations and direction into a cohesive creative voice that resonates with consumers.

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $24 - $43 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.  

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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