Altera, a member of the N. Harris Computer Corporation family, delivers health IT solutions that support caregivers around the world. These include the Sunrise™, Paragon®, Altera TouchWorks®, Altera Opal, STAR™, HealthQuest™ and dbMotion™ solutions. At the intersection of technology and the human experience, Altera Digital Health is driving a new era of healthcare, in which innovation and expertise can elevate care delivery and inspire healthier communities across the globe. A new age in healthcare technology has just begun.
About the Role:
Are you an early-career technical writer with a passion for healthcare technology and a strong foundation in writing clear, user-focused documentation? We are seeking an Associate Technical Writer to support the creation and maintenance of content for our healthcare applications. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a highly regulated and impactful industry, working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to mentorship and continuous learning.
In this role, you will contribute to a variety of documentation projects—from user guides and help content to internal SOPs and release notes. You’ll collaborate closely with senior writers, product managers, developers, and subject matter experts to help ensure that our content is accurate, accessible, and aligned with user needs and industry regulations.
What You’ll Do:
Assist in developing and updating documentation for healthcare software products, including user manuals, quick reference guides, SOPs, and online help
Work with senior technical writers and cross-functional teams to gather, verify, and organize technical information
Help ensure documentation aligns with product features, user workflows, and healthcare-specific standards
Contribute to maintaining documentation repositories, file versioning, and structured content templates
Participate in product development and Agile sprint meetings to stay informed about upcoming features and documentation needs
Edit and proofread technical documents to ensure clarity, grammar, and consistency
Learn and apply industry best practices for writing in regulated environments, including HIPAA compliance and accessibility standards
What You’ll Bring:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, English, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or a related field (or equivalent coursework/experience)
0–2 years of experience in technical writing, content development, or a related field (internships or academic projects welcome)
Strong writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Familiarity with documentation tools such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or basic HTML editors
Interest in healthcare technology, clinical workflows, or health IT systems
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and follow established guidelines
Eagerness to learn from senior team members and grow within a structured, collaborative environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Exposure to or interest in EHR/EMR systems, HL7, FHIR, or other healthcare technologies
Familiarity with tools such as MadCap Flare, Confluence, Adobe FrameMaker, or Git (basic knowledge is sufficient)
Experience working in Agile or software development environments (including academic or internship experience)
Awareness of accessibility or usability standards (e.g., WCAG)
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Altera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
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