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About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Regional Director - Human Resources, King of Prussia, PA
We are seeking a dynamic Human Resources leader to partner with Division and Regional operations to provide leadership in the development and execution of human resources strategy. Provides critical support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization for multiple residential treatment centers across the US.
- Provides HR leadership, direction, and technical expertise in a variety of HR areas including but not limited to HR strategy, talent acquisition, employee engagement, employee retention, organizational change, employee relations, regulatory compliance, and compensation.
- Works with facility HR Directors, overseeing key organizational processes, including but not limited to: development and interpretation of HR policies and Employee Handbooks, trending employee relations data, development and presentation of HR competency training programs, conducting regular site visits, HRD orientation, and other training programs, etc.
- Partners with Company Legal and labor relations department to assist with external complaints (e.g., EEOC, State Civil Rights, OSHA, and NLRB position statements, etc.)
- Oversees and participates in the delivery of HR services to align Facility HR with Facility/Company business needs. Conducts periodic needs assessment to align corporate HR priorities with hospital business needs and regional strategic imperatives.
- Develops talent management and engagement strategies for the region, overseeing internal and external recruitment plan and other related programs to attract quality applicants and retain employees. Regularly reviews HR metrics to analyze recruitment, hiring, retention, turnover, etc. to recommend adjustments to strategies and/or program development.
- Oversees the employee performance evaluation and merit process to ensure execution is consistent with division guidance and equitable application to all staff.
- Directly manages Market HR Director(s). Provides day to day direction, coaching, and feedback as well as sets performance goals and conducts annual performance evaluation
- Based on HR metrics and in consultation with facility CEOs, and Division Director, HR identifies competency gaps of HRDs. Collaborates with Division VP and corporate subject matter experts to determine appropriate training programs and resources. Consults with Facility HRDs to identify training needs and/or competency gaps for staff.
- Collaborates with the Division VP, Human Resources to ensure the execution and oversight of division HR strategy, policy, and processes.
- Provides on-site support to facilities during HR Director vacancies.
Qualifications
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree human resources or related field from a fully accredited college/university is required.
- Master’s degree from a fully accredited college/university is preferred.
License / Certification:
- Professional certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SMRM-SCP) or equivalent) is preferred.
Experience:
- 10 years of professional HR experience, preferably in a for profit acute or behavioral health healthcare setting or related healthcare experience.
- 5 years in HR leadership role.
- HR leadership experience within a matrixed organization with multi-site and multi-state field locations.
- Able to work collaboratively and effectively with the field and leadership to achieve good outcomes.
- Experience working collaboratively and effectively with the field and leadership to achieve positive outcomes.
- Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws. Experience with EEOC and other regulatory agencies.
- Knowledge of labor relations and employee engagement strategies.
Skills:
- Knowledge of compensation practices as well as federal and state wage and hour laws.
- Knowledge of HRIS systems (e.g. Lawson, HR Smart, RAS reporting, Workday, etc.).
- Proficient Microsoft office (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
- Ability to maintain sensitive employee information as confidential.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical and organizational skills.
Travel Requirements:
- Up to 25% travel.
You will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefits:
- Hybrid work schedule (2 days remote, 3 days in office)
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Educational Assistance and development programs
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300 Subsidiaries!
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.
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