Human Resources
A human resources professional operates as a trusted liaison between employees and management. Working in the demanding healthcare field requires patience, empathy, organizational skills, and a respect for confidentiality. This role involves strategic planning, training, coaching, counseling and a variety of people-oriented skills. A desirable candidate possesses all of these traits and a desire to help others.
Required Experience/Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree typically required. Master’s Degree a plus
- PHR/CHHR or other applicable certification preferred
- Minimum of 3 years prior work experience in the field
- Knowledge of healthcare staffing needs and the health field environment
- Service-oriented
- Analytical skills
- Exemplary communication skills
- Above average negotiation skills
- Strong writing skills
- Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience with HR software and technology preferred
- Professional flexibility and adaptability
- Self-starter with strong motivational skills
- In-depth knowledge of applicable local, state and federal employment laws
- Advanced knowledge of employee relations, compensation practices, performance management, diversity best practices
- Record of success in the field with demonstrative and measurable accomplishments is a bonus
- Legal status to work in the U.S. required
Job Responsibilities
- Work with a team of HR professionals to enhance employee satisfaction and productivity
- Provide recruitment and hiring practices guidance to ensure adherence to the laws and best practices
- Provide HR guidance, support and process knowledge to supervisors and employees
- Day-to-day performance management guidance to management — to include counseling, training, coaching, career development and disciplinary actions
- Assist management with morale and team building, employee retention efforts, and strategies to enhance productivity
- Help build positive relationships between management and staff
- Promote beneficial employee relations
- Assume the role of a trusted advisor
- Apply a solutions-oriented method to conflict resolutions and problem solving
- Mediate employee disputes
- Address disciplinary issues
- May need to supervise support staff