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Healthcare IT Account Manager - O’Keeffe & Company

O'Keeffe & Company, a technology public relations and marketing agency, seeks ambitious public relations professionals with healthcare IT experience. Candidates must possess excellent writing/editing, media relations, and project management skills as well as a fanatical attention to detail. This position provides an opportunity to participate in business development in addition to the day-to-day client interactions.

Responsibilities include:
  • Recommend and implement initiatives that manage the target audience’s perception of the client
  • Develop and cultivate relationships with the client and external audiences
  • Oversee day-to-day client projects and/or events to ensure the quality of work meets client’s business objectives and provides value
  • Oversee all aspects of major events for client
  • Develop materials on complex issues (e.g., Q&A, speeches, collateral materials)
  • Develop and place appropriate stories by and about the client in business and trade
  • Partner with client to develop and complete communications plan
  • Research, develop, and present new business proposals
  • Write press releases, case studies, backgrounders, bios
  • Solicit speaking and awards opportunities
Applicants must possess:
  • BA or BS degree in a related field
  • Minimum 7 years PR experience required with at least 4 years in healthcare
  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Experience pitching media
  • Proven ability to manage projects from start to completion
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a challenging, fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work well in teams
  • Positive attitude in deadline-oriented environment
Work with blue-chip clients in an intense, fast-paced, rapid-growth environment. O’Keeffe & Company has a supportive, collaborative, and non-political culture, as well as a strong commitment to professional development and career growth. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a fun "work hard, play hard" atmosphere. For flexibility, we have two DC-area locations - Alexandria, VA and Bethesda, MD. Choose your commute. Learn more about us at www.okco.com. To apply, send resumes to hiring@okco.com with your name and HAM in the subject. No calls please.