Foundation Communications Manager

Title: Foundation Communications Manager

Location: Saddleback MC, Laguna Hills (On‑Site)

Department: Foundation

Status: Full Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $77,521.60 - $112,340.80 / annually

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award‑winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient‑centric, affordable, and high‑quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value‑based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary
This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Saddleback Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrates behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Saddleback Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement / patient safety activities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Write, proof, and edit communications materials including acknowledgement letters, newsletters, direct mail appeals, website copy, case statements, donor proposals, one‑sheets, annual impact report, social media posts, e‑blasts, news releases, brochures, invitations, programs, flyers, posters and signs.

Produce print and digital collateral and online giving platforms, ensuring professional presentation and consistent messaging of corporate, editorial and graphic standards.

Collaborate with internal teams and manage traffic projects with print and mailhouse vendors, obtaining estimates, staying in alignment with budget and ensuring that deadlines are met.

Manage public relations efforts and establish relationships with media to garner publicity.

Interview patients, physicians, donors and other community members to share impact stories.

Take photos and/or assist photographer at events and obtain permission for use.

Undertake ad hoc projects when required to assist management in maximizing resources.

Placement in the pay range is based on experience, qualifications, and other factors. In addition to base pay, the position may include shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness are priorities—MemorialCare offers various health insurance plan options for employees and dependents.

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications / Work Experience

Excellent writing and editing skills.

Proficiency in graphic design software such as InDesign, Canva, and Photoshop.

Ability to communicate to various audiences through a variety of mediums such as print, email, websites, and social media.

Proven experience in marketing communications, preferably within a nonprofit organization; healthcare fundraising a plus.

Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Strategic thinker with a proactive and creative approach to problem‑solving.

Managing third‑party vendors such as printers and mailhouse services.

Strong computer skills to include Windows, Microsoft Office/Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook, mass email platforms such as Campaign Monitor, and online giving platforms such as GiveSmart.

Excellent interpersonal skills showing courtesy, compassion, and respect at all times when interacting with donors, patients, families, employees, visitors and others.

Knowledge of office computer programs.

Education / Licensure / Certification

Bachelor’s degree required.

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