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Technical Writer - PHCS

Oro Valley, AZ 85755

Posted: 01/26/2026 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Medical Writing Job Number: 12507 Pay Rate: $28.00 - $35.00 Remote Friendly: Onsite

Job Description

Our client develops, manufactures and supplies a wide array of innovative medical diagnostic products, services, tests, platforms and technologies.

Job Summary:

The Technical Writer will be responsible for creating, reviewing, revising, and finalizing high-quality documentation and labeling for our client's products. This role serves as a key point of contact between project teams and the Technical Documentation Department, ensuring timely delivery of compliant documentation in alignment with project schedules and regulatory standards. The writer will also support departmental tools, processes, and corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Act as primary Technical Writer on cross-functional project teams, attending meetings, tracking schedules, and reporting updates to the Documentation Supervisor.
  • Develop, edit, and maintain clear, accurate, and compliant documentation and labeling for product design, manufacturing, testing, release, installation, and distribution.
  • Facilitate the documentation review and approval process, resolving resource or timeline conflicts as needed.
  • Serve as liaison between project leaders and the Technical Documentation Department, conducting formal meetings and ensuring clear communication.
  • Use desktop publishing tools and Adobe Creative Cloud to produce professional text and graphics.
  • Assist in maintaining translated documents, corporate standards, and certificate library management.
  • Ensure compliance with quality system regulations (FDA, ISO, IVDD, 21 CFR 11) and support internal/external audits.
  • Maintain and improve documentation tools, processes, and performance metrics.
  • Collaborate effectively with interdepartmental teams, vendors, and customers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Qualifications/ Education:
  • Required: Bachelors degree in a scientific discipline, business administration, or related technical field.
  • Equivalency: Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be substituted.

Experience:
  • Required: 5+ years of direct documentation experience in medical device, software, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industries.
  • Required: Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. and international regulatory standards (FDA, ISO, IVDD, 21 CFR 11).
  • Required: Experience working on multiple projects within cross-functional teams.
  • Preferred: Experience with international regulatory requirements.

Technical Skills & Tools:
  • Required: Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, desktop publishing tools, and online help authoring.
  • Required: Experience with SAP and Google Suite.
  • Preferred: Skills in illustration, graphics, and screen capture.
  • Required: Strong knowledge of word processors, spreadsheets, project management software, and electronic document management systems.

Soft Skills & Abilities:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.

Meet Your Recruiter

Jay Hite
Recruiter, Account Manager

As a Recruiter at Compass, Jay enjoys meeting job seekers and helping them to find new and exciting opportunities. He enjoys the process of getting to know candidates and learning all about their experience and what their future goals are. Jay feels the excitement of his candidates and is passionate about helping to find a fit both culturally and professionally. 

When Jay isn’t working, he enjoys bike rides, trying out new foods, tequila tasting and watching movies.  

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