Technical Writer – Editor

Gritter Francona

Technical Writer/Editor responsible for creating accessible content for Veterans Health Administration educational media initiatives. Involves research, writing, and collaboration with various stakeholders to produce public outreach materials.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Florida, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical writing and editing, with a focus on producing clear, accessible content for diverse audiences, particularly in healthcare and educational contexts. Proficient in collaborating with subject matter experts and adhering to federal plain language principles and editorial standards.

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Technical WritingEditing ServicesContent DevelopmentCollaboration with SMEsHealthcare Communication

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Hard Skills

Technical WritingEditingContent DevelopmentReport WritingScript EditingPlain Language TranslationDocument ReviewCitation VerificationQuality AssuranceAccessibility Compliance

Soft Skills

CollaborationAttention to DetailCultural SensitivityCompassionate Communication

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealth CommunicationsEducational MaterialsGovernment StakeholdersTrauma-Informed ContentPTSD AwarenessClinical GuidanceEvidence-Based PracticesOrganizational Style GuidesQuality Assurance Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, write, edit, and revise a variety of written materials supporting educational video production and public outreach initiatives.
Develop and edit reports, articles, newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, guidebooks, training materials, fact sheets, reference materials, speeches, scripts, news releases, website content, and other communication products as required.
Translate scientific literature, clinical guidance, and technical information into plain language content suitable for public audiences.
Review written materials to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, readability, grammar, style, and compliance with approved clinical guidance.
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), clinicians, researchers, project managers, and Government stakeholders to validate the accuracy and completeness of educational content.
Edit scripts and supporting production materials to ensure consistency with evidence-based practices and established messaging.
Apply Federal plain language principles and editorial standards to improve clarity, accessibility, and audience comprehension.
Ensure written products maintain a serious, compassionate, and hopeful tone while presenting information about trauma, PTSD, effective treatments, and co-occurring conditions.
Develop content that is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and respectful of the diverse experiences of Veterans and other individuals affected by trauma.
Coordinate document review cycles and incorporate Government feedback while maintaining version control and editorial consistency.
Verify citations, references, terminology, and formatting for accuracy and consistency across all deliverables.
Ensure written materials comply with applicable accessibility requirements, organizational style guides, branding standards, and quality assurance procedures.
Support public awareness campaigns, including PTSD Awareness Month initiatives, by developing and editing educational and promotional communication materials.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Technical Writing, Public Health, Health Communications, or a related discipline.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience providing technical writing and editing services relevant to the requirements of this task order.
Demonstrated experience producing and editing professional written communications for healthcare, government, educational, or scientific organizations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development