Senior Communications Specialist - Infusion Therapies and Platforms

Baxter; Deerfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

ESPP (employee stock purchase plan)

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Baxter International is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist for Infusion Therapies and Platforms to shape internal and external communications globally. You will partner with leaders across Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality, and Legal to drive editorial planning, content development, and media relations in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

This newly created role offers broad exposure and strong growth within Baxter's Communications organization, with a hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Advertising, or related field.
• 3–5+ years in communications, public relations, marketing communications, or related discipline.
• Strong writing and editing across multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communications plans across internal and external channels.
• Manage editorial calendars, timelines, workflows, approvals, and activities.
• Create and edit leadership communications, presentations, FAQs, intranet content, social media content, press materials, and messaging.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

AI-powered productivity

Relationship building

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Canva

Airtable

Meltwater

Job description

This is whereyour work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your role at Baxter

As the Senior Communications Specialist - Infusion Therapies and Platforms, you will help shape how Baxter communicates internally and externally across its Infusion Therapies & Platforms (ITP) and Advanced Surgery businesses. Supporting Baxter's largest business segment, you will join a high‑performing, globally focused communications team responsible for building awareness of our innovations, engaging employees, and strengthening the company's reputation among customers, healthcare professionals, media, and other key stakeholders.

This is a newly created role driven by the continued growth and evolution of the business. As the ITP organization has matured and expanded over the past year, the Communications team has identified an opportunity to add additional support and capacity. You will partner closely with communications leaders and business stakeholders to help drive editorial planning, content development, media relations, research, and project execution, allowing the broader team to scale its impact and focus on increasingly strategic initiatives. This role offers broad exposure across the organization, including partnerships with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality, and Legal teams, making it an excellent platform for someone looking to accelerate their communications career within a global healthcare company.

Success in this role will come from quickly building an understanding of the business, developing strong internal partnerships, and taking ownership of key communications processes and programs. For an ambitious communications professional who is curious, proactive, and eager to grow, this position offers significant learning opportunities and a strong path for future career advancement within Baxter's Communications organization.

This is a hybrid role based in Deerfield, IL.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the development and execution of integrated communications plans across internal and external channels.
• Manage editorial calendars, project timelines, workflows, approvals, and communications activities to ensure timely execution.
• Create and edit communications materials including leadership communications, presentations, FAQs, intranet content, social media content, press materials, and key messaging.
• Support media relations activities, including media outreach, journalist inquiries, speaking opportunities, media tracking, and reporting.
• Manage and publish content across internal communications platforms while helping drive employee engagement and content visibility.
• Support communications surrounding product innovations, regulatory milestones, medical congresses, patient education initiatives, and thought leadership programs.
• Partner with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to gather information, coordinate communications activities, and maintain alignment with approved messaging and brand standards.
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Canva, Airtable, and Meltwater to support content development, communications planning, reporting, and execution.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Advertising, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing communications, or a related discipline.
• Strong writing and editing skills with experience developing content across multiple channels and audiences.
• Experience supporting media relations, social media, thought leadership, and integrated communications programs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Experience partnering with business leaders, marketing teams, and cross‑functional stakeholders to support communications objectives.
• Strong organizational, project management, and relationship‑building skills in a collaborative, matrixed environment.
• A proactive, curious, and adaptable mindset, with the ability to work independently and leverage AI‑powered tools to enhance productivity and communications effectiveness.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in‑person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $76,000 - $104,500. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.

• Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
• Basic life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Short‑term disability
• Long‑term disability
• Business travel accident insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Educational assistance programs
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
• Family and medical leaves of absence
• Paid parental leave
• Commuting benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Childcare benefits

Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

Please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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