Medical Illustrator

Position Summary

This position develops accurate, accessible, and inclusive medical illustrations for Phoenix Children’s custom-branded patient and family education materials. The Medical Illustrator translates clinical concepts into clear visual representations that support patient and caregiver understanding of anatomy, medical conditions, procedures, treatments, and care instructions. Illustrations may represent patients across the pediatric continuum, including fetal development through adolescence, as well as adults when relevant to ongoing pediatric specialty care.

Position Duties

• Develop medical illustrations for patient and family education materials, including anatomy and physiology, anatomical differences, medical and surgical procedures, treatments, medical devices, and step-by-step care instructions. • Develop illustrations that appropriately reflect the diversity of Phoenix Children’s patient population, including variation in age, skin tone, body type, physical ability, developmental or anatomical differences, and use of medical or supportive equipment. • Develop reusable anatomical figures, templates, and visual components when appropriate to support consistency and future use. • Provide organized publication-ready artwork and editable source files in required formats. • Follow applicable Phoenix Children’s requirements related to branding, confidentiality, privacy, copyright, accessibility, and use of clinical source materials.
• Collaborate with the Emily Center and clinical subject matter experts to review and revise illustrations for clinical accuracy, usability, representation, and consistency.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Education

1. Degree in Studio Arts, Fine Arts, Illustration, Biology, Pre-Med, Zoology, Medical Illustration, Biomedical Visualization, Biomedical Communications, or related field. Preferred

Experience

1. Experience in creating medical, scientific, anatomical, or health-related illustrations. Required 2. Demonstrated ability to create accurate anatomical and instructional illustrations. Required 3. Experience illustrating pediatric populations, medical procedures, patient education, or healthcare content Preferred

Special Skills

1. Strong illustration skills with attention to anatomical and clinical accuracy. Required 2. Ability to translate complex clinical information into clear visual communication. Required 3. Ability to work independently in an asynchronous environment, organize priorities, and meet established project timelines. Required 4. Strong organization, communication, and file-management skills. Required

Additional Requirements

1. Certification or formal training in medical illustration, scientific illustration, biomedical visualization, illustration, graphic design, or a related field. Preferred

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

1. Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Occasionally 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching - Occasionally 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting - Constantly 8. Physical Requirement - Standing - Occasionally 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally 10. Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently 11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally 12. Physical Requirement - Walking - Occasionally 13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly 14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Occasionally 15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly 16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly 17. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally 18. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable

Degree in studio arts, fine arts, illustration, biology, pre-med, zoology, medical illustration, biomedical visualization, biomedical communications, or related field; experience in medical/scientific/health-related illustration; strong anatomical accuracy and ability to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

• developing medical illustrations
• collaborating with experts
• managing files

Job Details

• Category: Creative and Art Services
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Part Time
• Workplace: Remote — United States
• Languages: English

About Phoenix Children's

A pediatric health system providing comprehensive care, research, and education for children and families. — Industry: Healthcare