Healthcare Writers wanted | ~10 cents per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: WEBMD

WebMD is currently looking for experienced freelance healthcare writers to contribute articles that are both factually correct and accessible to a general audience. The goal of these articles is to offer consumers valuable and unique information about addiction and/or Medicare topics, while also connecting them with healthcare or insurance services they may need.

Accuracy is our #1 priority, so we’re looking for writers who:

• Have a medical research/writing background.
• Are able to grasp and accurately cite various forms of scientific data and research, such as peer-reviewed medical literature and government publications.
• Have professional experience in addiction and/or Medicare-related industries.
• Can communicate complicated medical data, principles, or information in an accessible, useful manner for a lay audience.
• Have experience interviewing vetted and credible subject matter experts in order to glean relevant and unique information.
• Have experience as a professional content writer.
• Are able to share a portfolio of medical, insurance, public health and/or healthcare content that they’ve authored.

This is a 100% freelance, telecommuting position. Assignments, writing, editing, and submissions are all handled through our online system. You’ll need a computer, Internet access, the ability to remotely interview subject matter experts, and the ability to deliver clean, informative, and energetic copy.

We invite writers with real-world experience and expertise with Medicare and/or addiction medicine to apply–especially those that have current or recent work experience as a(n):

• AHIP-certified insurance broker or other insurance professional
• Content writer or journalist covering insurance or Medicare topics
• Other professional with an expertise in health policy, economics, or research
• State-licensed or certified addiction counselor
• Licensed substance abuse social worker
• Licensed clinical social worker
• Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN)
• Advance Practice Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN-AP)
• Addiction nursing assistant
• Psychiatric nurse
• Licensed marriage and family therapist
• Addiction psychologist
• Addiction psychiatrist
• Detox specialist
• Addiction case manager

Pay ranges from $50-$180 for each 500-1,500 word article.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Original job posting: Click here

Website: https://www.webmd.com/

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