What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Specialist position at Westbrook Health Services, Inc?
Summary: The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent within the healthcare industry. This individual will work closely with department heads to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare recruitment and a passion for connecting qualified candidates with rewarding careers in our organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates for various healthcare roles.
- Conduct full-cycle recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, and onboarding.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and create accurate job descriptions.
- Utilize various recruitment tools and platforms to post job openings and source candidates.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through networking, referrals, and direct sourcing.
- Manage candidate communication and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Conduct reference checks and background screenings as required.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in healthcare recruitment.
- Assist in developing and promoting employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Build and maintain strong community partnerships with schools, workforce programs, and local organizations to support ongoing talent pipelines
- Represent the organization at career fairs, networking events, and community engagement opportunities to promote brand awareness and open positions
- Oversee and manage the internship program, including coordination with departments, onboarding, and ensuring alignment with organizational needs
- Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes for greater efficiency, including applicant tracking, interview coordination, and candidate communication
- Track and report on various recruiting metrics
- Complies with federal, state and company policies, procedures and regulations
- Maintains confidentiality of all consumer/ employee information and complies with HIPAA regulations
- Demonstrates knowledge of and supports Westbrook Health Services mission, vision, values, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards and code of ethical behavior.
