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- The healthcare industry is rapidly evolving, and we need sharp minds to help us communicate the vital role our technology plays in modern medicine. As a Technical Writer Contractor in Portland, OR, your mission is to transform complex technical data into clear, concise, and accessible documentation for our users, partners, and internal teams. We are seeking a contractor with a proven history of working with software documentation, API documentation, and knowledge base articles, preferably within the healthcare sector. **What You'll Do** * Craft comprehensive documentation suites for our existing and upcoming products. * Create detailed API documentation and developer tutorials, helping engineers build with our technologies. * Collaborate directly with subject matter experts, product managers, and engineers to grasp product features and functionalities deeply. * Turn detailed technical specifications into easy-to-understand guides. * Develop and maintain our online knowledge base, including FAQs, troubleshooting guides, and how-to articles. * Use data analytics to assess the effectiveness of documentation and refine strategies for enhancement. * Ensure adherence to document governance practices. * Perform testing on internal content and tools to highlight areas of concern and drive improvements in workflow and delivery. * Write software testing procedures, manage defects, and oversee QA activities across programs. * Act as a team lead in cross-functional efforts on testing and requirements definition. **Core Qualifications** * Professional journey in technical writing, information technology, or related field. * Practical mastery of document tools and content management systems. Experience with Confluence and other similar tools highly desirable. * Skill cultivation in creating API documentation and developer-focused content. * Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies. * Remarkable critical thinking skills. * Excellent collaborative capabilities, working successfully with team members across departments. * An intellectual foundation built on communications or technology. * A detailed orientation towards data interpretation, and problem-solving. * The ability to explain complex topics simply. **Contract Perks & Compensation** As a Contractor, we provide access to numerous online resources, skill development classes, and opportunities to network with industry experts. * Comprehensive access to technical libraries and reference materials. * Opportunities for continual skills enhancement in emerging technologies. * A highly supportive, interdisciplinary team. * Compensation is between $45 and $65 per hour, dependent upon experience and qualifications. We look to hire contractors as soon as possible. * Fully remote option.Portland, OROn-site / RemoteContractor$45 - $65 per hourTechnical & Business Writing17 days ago