PR MARKETING ASSOCIATE

Horizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors.

Position Summary:

The Public Relations/Marketing Associate is responsible for assisting the Public Relations/Marketing manager in implementing the hospital marketing and public relations program by managing and creating content for social and digital platforms.

Essential Functions:

• Develops communication tools for Horizon Health.
• Develops simple video content—coordination and/or production.
• Create materials: fliers, brochures, social media images.
• Take and edit digital pictures.
• Analyze campaign performance.
• Works with the department as a whole to support the Horizon Health Foundation of East Central Illinois with their PR/marketing needs.
• Assists the departmental team in community events as necessary.
• Assists the manager in the role of Public Information Officer during a disaster.
• Supports all other functions of the department as needed.
• Supports and promotes the hospital’s mission, vision, values and goals.
• Models Horizon Health’s Behavioral Standards.
• Follow all policies and procedures as established by Horizon Health, including confidentiality.

The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital's goals and objectives.

Position Requirements:

• Knowledge in creative advertising especially for social and digital platforms
• Working knowledge of analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ad words and Facebook Business Suite
• Ability to interact with medical staff and patients in clinical settings
• Must be self‑motivated, willing to take initiative and able to work without supervision
• Strong ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Experience managing—and creating content for—social & digital marketing platforms
• Associate, Bachelor’s, or applicable certificate in marketing/communications related field—or proven work experience
• Must have good organizational skills
• Knowledge of simple photography, editing, and design programs desirable (such as iMovie, Canva, etc.)

Position Information:

Location: 721 E. Court Street Paris, IL 61944

Hours: Monday- Friday (40hrs per week)

Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays.

Intrigued? Don’t wait, apply today. We are actively reviewing applicants for PR/Marketing Associate role. Be part of an organization that is dedicated to the growth and development of its colleagues. Here at Horizon Health, our employees speak for themselves. Join our family & begin an incredible career!