Human Resources; HR) Manager

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Admin Full Time Management Gorham, ME, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $82,000.00 Annually

Job Overview
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Maine Optometry is seeking an experienced and highly motivated HR Manager to join our established Optometry practice in Maine. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of HR experience, with a strong background in healthcare, and will play a key role in managing all HR functions within the practice. This position is responsible for overseeing recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, and training.

In addition, the HR Manager will lead the recruitment of optometrists and other medical staff, ensure the ongoing credentialing of providers, and monitor continuing education requirements to ensure the practice’s professional development goals are met.

Key Responsibilities
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• Recruitment & Staffing
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  • Lead the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and hiring medical staff, including optometrists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Work with practice leadership to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions for clinical and non-clinical roles.
  • Oversee the recruitment process for non-clinical staff, ensuring alignment with the practice’s operational and cultural needs.
• Physician & Provider Recruitment
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  • Manage optometry recruitment efforts, including sourcing candidates, conducting initial interviews, and coordinating with practice leadership on candidate selection.
  • Ensure all candidates meet licensing and certification requirements and possess the necessary credentials.
  • Work closely with optometry recruiting agencies as needed and assist with negotiating employment agreements and compensation packages.
• Credentialing & CAQH
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  • Oversee the credentialing process for all providers, ensuring compliance with insurance carriers, hospitals, and regulatory bodies.
  • Ensure that all providers are properly enrolled in CAQH (Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare) and have up-to-date profiles to prevent disruptions in billing and reimbursement.
  • Stay informed of any changes in credentialing and CAQH requirements and ensure all necessary documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• Employee Relations
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  • Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and conflict resolution. Foster a positive, respectful work environment through effective communication and problem-solving.
  • Promote a healthy workplace culture and manage employee satisfaction surveys and initiatives to improve morale and retention.
• Compliance & Policies
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  • Ensure the practice is in full compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws, including HIPAA, OSHA, FMLA, and other healthcare-specific regulations.
  • Maintain and update the employee handbook, policies, and procedures as needed to reflect changes in regulations and industry best practices.
  • Anticipate and resolve litigation risks
• Manage employee compensation and benefits programs, including health, dental, vision insurance, and retirement plans.
• Coordinate with benefits providers to ensure timely enrollment and issue resolution for employees.
• Performance Management
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  • Oversee performance management systems, ensuring that regular evaluations are conducted and that feedback is provided to employees in a constructive manner.
  • Support leadership in identifying training needs and developing professional growth plans.
• Continuing Education
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  • Monitor and track continuing education requirements for medical staff to ensure compliance with licensure and professional development standards.
  • Coordinate continuing education…