Senior VP, Health Technology Communications & Strategy

OpenKrill; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jarrard Inc. seeks a senior communications leader to guide health services and technology initiatives.

You will manage client relationships, shape strategies and lead teams to deliver high-impact campaigns across healthcare tech, digital health and patient engagement. The role requires deep industry knowledge, a strong track record in healthcare communications, and ability to translate complex tech narratives into business value for executives, providers and payers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degrees in healthcare communications, health policy, business, technology or related fields preferred.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in healthcare communications, with substantial experience in healthcare technology, digital health, health services or technology-enabled healthcare organizations.
• Agency experience strongly preferred, particularly with healthcare technology or health services clients.
• Demonstrated understanding of the healthcare technology ecosystem and the forces shaping how healthcare is delivered, financed and experienced by consumers.
• Comfortable navigating emerging and evolving technologies, including AI-enabled healthcare solutions and digital health platforms.
• Able to quickly understand complex products, business models and technologies and translate them into compelling, accessible narratives.
• Open to change and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding people leader, adept at attracting, motivating and developing consulting professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead clients to realize full potential (meeting program objectives, on time/quality work) – this includes the ability to write, sell and lead strategic communications and engagement efforts.
• Establish and lead relationship(s) with clients to ensure team gets information it needs and furthers the firm’s reputation within the client organization.
• Develop key client strategies, plans and budgets and oversee programs for clients managed by your teams.
• Manage all aspects of your teams, including utilization, growth and development.
• Serve as ongoing lead advisor and provide counsel as needed on clients managed by your teams.
• Involve Practice Lead and other senior leaders on client issues as needed.
• Play a significant role in new business pitches.
• Identify new opportunities with existing clients where the firm could contribute value.
• Participate in firm thought leadership activities.
• Demonstrate and nurture Jarrard Vision and Mission and bring our Values to life.
• Mentor the colleagues who report to you, guide career development and growth opportunities.
• Ensure teams are adept at all firm high-value services.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Strategic storytelling

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree; advanced degrees in healthcare communications, health policy, business, technology or related fields preferred

Job description

Jarrard Inc. seeks a senior communications leader to guide health services and technology initiatives.

You will manage client relationships, shape strategies and lead teams to deliver high-impact campaigns across healthcare tech, digital health and patient engagement. The role requires deep industry knowledge, a strong track record in healthcare communications, and ability to translate complex tech narratives into business value for executives, providers and payers.