Communications and Accounts Manager - Marketing and Communication - FT - Day

Stormont Vail Health; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health is seeking a Communications & Accounts Manager to plan, develop, and execute internal and external communications strategies that support the organization's goals. You will lead public relations, manage media engagement, and ensure consistent messaging across channels, partnering with service lines and leadership to align campaigns with organizational objectives.

This role reports to the System Director, Marketing & Communications, and requires a bachelor's degree with 5

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or business-related field.
• 5 years of experience in communications, marketing or media.
• Health-related communications experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement internal and external communications strategies.
• Oversee public relations and serve as liaison with local, regional, and national media.
• Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans across traditional and digital channels.
• Manage media strategy, pitches, press kits, and responses to inquiries; track mentions and recognitions.
• Ensure clear, effective messaging aligned with organizational priorities and Stormont Vail style guidelines.

Skills

MS Office

Social media apps

Web applications

Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/Marketing or related field

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Job Information Exemption Status: Exempt A Brief Overview The Communications & Accounts Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and executing internal and external communications strategies that support and promote Stormont Vail Health. This role leads public relations efforts, oversees media strategy and engagement, and ensures consistent, high-quality messaging across all communication channels. The position partners closely with service lines and organizational leadership to develop and implement strategic communications plans, campaigns, and events aligned with organizational goals. The position reports to the System Director, Marketing & Communications. Education Qualifications* Bachelor's Degree Communications, Journalism, Marketing or business-related field. RequiredExperience Qualifications* 5 years Experience in communications, marketing, media. Required* Health-related experience. PreferredSkills and Abilities* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media applications, web applications.* Proficiency in Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator).* Health-related experience.What you will do* Plans, develops, and implements internal and external communications strategies to promote Stormont Vail Health and support organizational objectives.* Oversees public relations efforts and serves as the primary liaison with local, regional, and national media outlets.* Leads the development and execution of comprehensive communications and public relations strategies across traditional and digital channels, programs, and events.* Oversees media strategy, including development and review of story pitches, media releases, press kits, and responses to media inquiries; tracks media mentions, earned media, and recognitions.* Oversees communication tools and messaging for both internal and external audiences to ensure clarity, effectiveness, and alignment with organizational priorities.* Manages relationships with service lines, providing strategic guidance and oversight of communications plans, campaigns, and events.* Collaborates with the Marketing and Brand Manager to execute integrated campaigns and communications initiatives.* Partners with the System Director, Marketing & Communications to develop and execute organizational and service line marketing plans, including timelines, budgets, and deliverables.* Ensures communications efforts are aligned with organizational goals, brand standards, messaging guidelines, and the Stormont Vail style manual.* Maintains and educates team members and stakeholders on Stormont Vail writing and communications standards.* Develops, edits, and delivers high-quality written content across a variety of communication channels.* Oversees and monitors communications analytics to evaluate performance and guide strategy.* Plans, prioritizes, and manages multiple, concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment to ensure timely execution of initiatives.* Reviews and approves work to ensure quality, accuracy, and brand alignment.* Maintains organization of timelines, deliverables, and workflows to ensure projects remain on schedule.* Supervises and provides direction to Marketing & Communications team members; fosters collaboration within the department and serves as a peer partner to the Marketing & Brand Manager.* Develop and oversee a 24-hour rotation for on-call coverage for media with assistance of Marketing & Communications Specialists..* Monitor current trends and concepts as it relates to health care communications.Travel Requirements* 10% Primarily day travel between Stormont Vail locations within KansasRequired for All Jobs* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health* Performs other duties as assignedPatient Facing Options* Position is Not Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work Capability* HybridScope* Has Supervisory Responsibility* No Budget Responsibility No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical Demands* Balancing: Rarely less than 1 hour* Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour* Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour* Pulling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Pushing: Rarely less than 1 hour* Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Sitting: Continuously greater than 5 hours* Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours