Medical Content Editor and Book Formatter
BruntWork
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Job Description
Overview
BruntWork is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Content Editor and Book Formatter to finalize a 300-page medical self-help manuscript for patient use. You will be responsible for ensuring medical accuracy and empathy while professionally formatting the text and images for digital and print publication.
This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 9am-6pm PST
Independent Contractor Perks
- Permanent work from home
- Immediate hiring
- Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations
Responsibilities
- Substantive & Copy Editing: Review the manuscript for flow, tone, and clarity. Ensure complex medical concepts are explained in a way that is easy for patients to understand.
- Proofreading: Correct all grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax errors.
- Fact-Checking: Verify medical terminology and consistency throughout the text.
- Formatting: Professional layout for both digital (E-book) and print (PDF/Print-on-Demand) versions.
- Image Integration: Properly place and format pictures/graphics within the text to ensure a clean, professional aesthetic.
Requirements
- Experience: Proven track record in editing non-fiction, specifically in the medical, health, or wellness sectors.
- Patient-Centric Voice: Ability to maintain a supportive, self-help tone while keeping the professional integrity of medical advice.
- Software Proficiency: Expert in MS Word (Track Changes) and book formatting software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Vellum, or Reedsy Editor).
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy regarding medical citations and image captions.
Application Reminder
Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.
Key skills/competency
- Medical Editing
- Book Formatting
- Copyediting
- Proofreading
- Fact-Checking
- MS Word (Track Changes)
- Adobe InDesign
- Patient Education
- Attention to Detail
- Medical Terminology
How to Get Hired at BruntWork
- Research BruntWork's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your resume to highlight medical editing, book formatting, and patient education experience.
- Showcase your portfolio: Prepare a portfolio demonstrating your expertise in medical content editing and book layout using required software.
- Master the application process: Complete all BruntWork's initial requirements, including assessments, technical checks, and voice recordings, for priority review.
- Highlight attention to detail: Emphasize your meticulous approach to medical accuracy, fact-checking, and formatting in your application materials and interviews.
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