About the role
Location: Hybrid - Central/North Jersey
Position Summary
Elaya Health Specialty Services is a growing healthcare company offering doctor services in SNF. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist to oversee clinical recruitment and administrative HR functions for our specialty medical practice. In this dual-function role, you will lead end-to-end recruitment efforts to attract high-caliber healthcare professionals—including Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), and Medical Assistants (MAs)—while supporting day-to-day HR administrative operations, including oversight of scheduling, credentialing, and onboarding.
Key Responsibilities
RECRUITMENT & TALENT ACQUISITION
* Full-Cycle Clinical Recruiting: Source, attract, screen, interview, and coordinate hires for Advanced Practice Providers (NPs, PAs), nursing staff (RNs), and clinical support personnel (MAs).
* Candidate Sourcing: Utilize specialized job boards, medical professional networks, social channels, and regional career fairs to build a strong talent pipeline.
* Selection & Scheduling: Conduct initial HR screenings, assess clinical cultural fit, and manage interview schedules with clinical department leaders and management.
* Offer & Negotiation: Draft, extend, and negotiate competitive offer letters in collaboration with management.
HR ADMINISTRATION & ONBOARDING
* Credentialing & Compliance: Manage primary source verification, medical license checks, DEA registrations, certifications (BLS/ACLS), background checks, and drug screenings prior to start dates.
* Onboarding & Orientation: Facilitate seamless clinical onboarding, including initial orientation schedules, system access requests, and compliance training setup.
* HR Records Management: Maintain accurate employee files, licensures, expiration tracking, and HR database records in compliance with HIPAA and healthcare regulatory standards.
* Employee Relations Support: Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, leave policies, and practice procedures.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Technical Skills: Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and MS Office / Google Workspace suite.
* Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal presence.
* Organization: High attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working within a specialty medical practice or outpatient clinical setting.
* Experience: 3+ years administrative experience, with direct experience recruiting healthcare/clinical personnel (NPs, PAs, RNs, MAs) preferred.
* Regulatory Knowledge: Basic familiarity with healthcare credentialing standards, HIPAA compliance, and employment law basics a plus.
Benefits
* Competitive compensation package
* Insurance stipend
* Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
* 401(k) retirement plan