Communications Manager

Join Our Team at Peachtree Orthopedics and Help Others "Get Better"
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we're on a mission to make a difference in healthcare, and we're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. With 9 convenient offices across Greater Atlanta, we're committed to providing top-notch care and your skills and passion can make a real impact. We're not the largest practice in Atlanta, but we take pride in delivering dedicated and compassionate care to everyone who walks through our doors. If you're ready to be part of a team that values your contribution and offers room for growth, consider joining us in our mission to help others "Get Better."

Our Culture
Peachtree Orthopedics has a rich history of 70 years in business and has earned recognition as a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution for 6 consecutive years. We take pride in our family-oriented, dedicated, passionate, and hardworking culture. When you join our team, you become part of a community that values excellence in healthcare, working in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Why Choose Peachtree Orthopedics?
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we offer more than a job; we offer an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary:

• Limitless Growth: Propel your career with abundant professional development opportunities within our dynamic organization.
• Empathetic Culture: Immerse yourself in a supportive, lively work culture that values your well-being and celebrates your contributions.
• Dedication to Excellence: Join a team of like-minded individuals who share your commitment to delivering top-notch care to our cherished patients.

Your Impactful Role

The Communications Manager is responsible for developing and executing Peachtree Orthopedics' overall communication strategy, ensuring a consistent brand image across all platforms. This includes managing both internal and external communication channels, writing press releases, handling media relations, overseeing social media, and creating marketing materials to promote the company’s services. This role works closely with senior leadership to shape both internal and public perception, aligning messaging with the company’s vision and values. A strong blend of strategic storytelling and business acumen is essential, as is the ability to confidently collaborate with executives and translate high-level, conceptual ideas into clear, compelling communications.

Partnering directly with the CEO, the Communications Manager will turn conceptual ideas into executive-ready presentations and messaging, connecting complex business strategies with engaging narratives. They will also work alongside the Organization Development (OD) department to craft and approve internal messaging that maintains a professional tone and reflects company standards. This includes developing communication templates and supporting OD-led initiatives such as training, development, newsletters, and company announcements. Additionally, the Communications Manager will collaborate with the Engagement Manager and department leaders to enhance communication channels and oversee all intranet content, ensuring accurate, updated, and engaging resources across the organization.

• Create and implement comprehensive communication strategies aligned with company goals, including internal and external messaging.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, manage media inquiries, write press releases, and coordinate media interviews.
• Develop and edit communication materials like newsletters, website copy, blog posts, social media content, and marketing materials.
• Ensure consistency in brand messaging across all communication channels, upholding company image and values.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans to address potential negative situations effectively.
• Oversee social media strategy, create engaging content, monitor social media conversations, and respond to inquiries.
• Communicate company updates, initiatives, and policies to employees through various channels.
• Track communication performance using key metrics to measure campaign success and identify areas for improvement.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and investors, to effectively communicate company information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Oversee the operations of all communications.
• Oversee hiring, performance, and training programs and identify training needs for assigned subordinates.

• Strong understanding of media landscape and digital communication tools.
• Creative thinking and the ability to develop compelling messaging.
• Project management skills to execute communication plans effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Crisis management experience.
• Analytical skills to measure communication impact.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and handle multiple priorities/tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly developed attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to cross-train and complete other functions as necessary.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to quickly understand systems and technology.
• Ability to interact with senior leadership from both an internal and external perspective.
• Experience developing, implementing, and leading strategic activities, including presenting to all levels of technical and non-technical leadership internally and for external organizations.
• Superlative communication skills, particularly the ability to communicate as a leader.
• Thorough understanding of management and financial practices in all areas and phases of business operations.

• Associate’s degree, or equivalent experience in communications or marketing.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a communications setting, with a strong background in digital communications. 
• Extensive professional experience in leadership roles.