Communications & Development Assistant

Columbia Basin Hospital; Ephrata (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time-off after 90 days

Employer-matched retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Cafe discount

Job summary

Columbia Basin Hospital is seeking a creative, relationship-focused Marketing & Community Relations professional to strengthen connections with the central Washington community. You will promote hospital services, share healthcare information, coordinate events, and support the Foundation's mission.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of event planning or social media experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, and Adobe software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• One year of experience with event planning, social media platforms, or graphic design.
• Strong Microsoft Office suite skills and familiarity with Canva and Adobe software.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends to support community events.

Responsibilities

• Build community relationships with organizations, businesses, and community members to encourage open communication, gather feedback, and support ongoing improvement.
• Lead communications efforts including press releases, newsletters, media alerts, advertisements, website content, and promotional materials that highlight hospital services, programs, events, and activities.
• Promote community awareness by managing engaging social media content for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Coordinate events and outreach with hospital departments, managers, and community organizations to plan and execute special events and educational opportunities.
• Support public relations initiatives by working with hospital leadership to develop communication strategies and promote CBH.
• Serve the Foundation as the primary liaison for activities involving the Foundation, supporting its communications and events.
• Communicate accurate, understandable information about hospital programs and trends to diverse audiences.
• Maintain professional standards and protect confidential information per policies and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Event planning

Social media

Graphic design

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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• Location 200 Nat Washington Way,Ephrata, WA, 98823-1982,United States
• Base Pay $28.57 - $36.96 / Hour
• Job Category Marketing & Community Relations
• Employee Type Full-Time Regular

Contact Information

• Name Human Resources Department
• Phone [phone]

Description

Help connect our hospital with the community we serve.

Columbia Basin Hospital is seeking a creative, relationship-focused professional to help strengthen our connection with the community. This position plays an important role in promoting hospital services, sharing meaningful healthcare information, coordinating community events, and supporting the mission and activities of the Foundation.

What You’ll Do

• Build Community Relationships: Develop and maintain positive relationships with community organizations, local businesses, and community members to encourage open communication, gather feedback, and support ongoing improvement.
• Lead Communications Efforts: Draft and distribute press releases, newsletters, media alerts, advertisements, website content, and promotional materials that highlight hospital services, programs, events, and activities.
• Promote Community Awareness: Manage and create engaging social media content for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to share hospital news, services, and upcoming events.
• Coordinate Events & Outreach: Partner with hospital departments, managers, and community organizations to plan and coordinate special events, recognition weeks, educational opportunities, and community outreach activities.
• Support Public Relations Initiatives: Work closely with hospital leadership to develop and implement communication strategies that promote awareness of CBH, its services, and its role in the community.
• Serve the Foundation: Act as the primary liaison for activities involving the Foundation, supporting its communications, events, and community engagement efforts.
• Communicate with Care: Share accurate, understandable information about hospital programs, medical practices, healthcare trends, and organizational activities with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain Professional Standards: Protect sensitive and confidential information and ensure work complies with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Position Highlights

• Standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm, or a similar variation that best meets your needs. Occasional evening and weekend availability needed to support community events.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance option available to elect for employees and family.
• Minimum of $2,000 provided with medical plan enrollment to offset healthcare expenses.
• Flexible Spending Account eligibility to help you save your earnings.
• Paid time-off after 90-days of employment for when you need to recharge.
• Employer-matched retirement plan after one year of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program to provide you with complementary services and support.
• Cafe discount to make sure you are well nourished.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• One year of experience with event planning, social media platforms, or graphic design.
• Strong Microsoft Office suite skills and familiarity with Canva and Adobe software.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends to support community events.

Summary

Why Join Us?
Our hospital is more than a facility, it’s a vital part of our close-knit central Washington community. We believe in fostering a work culture built on collaboration, mutual respect, and compassion. Here, you're not just clocking in, you’re building relationships and making a lasting impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with the application process or accommodations during any part of the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department.