Medical Content Writer

About This OpportunityThe Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Spinal CSF Leak Australia.Purpose of the RoleDevelops, writes, and edits medically accurate and evidence-based content for digital platforms. Ensures information aligns with clinical guidelines and is accessible to the intended audience.ResponsibilitiesThis role has been initiated specifically to create medical content for the Spinal CSF Leak website. The material created will likely also be used to create patient handouts.Typical TasksResearching and interpreting medical studiesKeeping up-to-date with the latest research in the diagnosis and treatment of Spinal CSF Leak.Ensuring compliance with regulatory or editorial standardsDesign the structure of the medical webpages within a teamWrite medical content for the Web, with patients as the audienceWriting patient education materials for handoutsCollaborating with other authors in the teamEditing the work of other team membersAssisting with advocacy efforts, such as preparing medical information for awareness campaignsWe Are Looking For Someone WhoIs highly motivated and can work independently.Can collaborate with a team.Can demonstrate an understanding of the flow and structure of webpagesHas highly developed writing skillsIs able to take feed back from the Medical Advisory Board.Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skillsHas basic to intermediate administration skills, particularly in using the Microsoft Office suiteUnderstands, and has empathy with, the mission of Spinal CSF Leak AustraliaWe’re Especially Keen To Involve Someone WithPrevious medical content writing experiencePrevious experience creating webpagesTraining & SupportVolunteers will receive an induction and relevant training.Ongoing support and supervision is available to ensure volunteers feel confident in their roles.ID: 234902OrganisationSpinal CSF Leak AustraliaCategoryHealthLocationN/ATime requiredRegular - less than 6 monthsDays: Weekdays, WeekendsTimes: Mornings, Afternoons, EveningsThe current project will take approximately 4 months, working in a team with flexible hours. We anticipate there will be future opportunities as well.TrainingGeneral Volunteer InductionFamiliarisation with our website planSuitable forSkilled VolunteersType of workIT & Web DevelopmentWriting & Editing