Strategic Healthcare Talent Acquisition Specialist

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned clinical and allied health positions, from job posting through onboarding.

Collaborate with department leaders to identify staffing needs and develop proactive recruitment strategies aligned with organizational priorities.

Build pipelines of qualified candidates through sourcing, networking, referrals, job boards, social media, and community outreach.

Develop and maintain relationships with medical schools, nursing programs, residency programs, and professional associations to attract candidates.

Screen, interview, and evaluate candidates, ensuring alignment with organizational mission, values, and compliance standards.

Partner with HR and hiring managers to ensure competitive offers that meet budgetary guidelines and market trends.

Track and analyze recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness) to measure success and optimize processes.

Ensure all recruitment practices are compliant with FQHC regulations, HRSA guidelines, and federal/state employment laws.

Support employer branding and marketing initiatives to position the health center as an employer of choice.

Coordinate onboarding activities in collaboration with HR and department leaders to ensure a seamless transition for new hires.

OTHER DUTIES:

Assist with HR projects and initiatives, including workforce planning and retention strategies.

Participate in career fairs, community events, and professional conferences to promote the organization.

Provide guidance to hiring managers on recruitment best practices and compliance.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws, FQHC regulations, and industry trends.

Perform additional duties as assigned to support HR and organizational goals.

CORE COMPETENCIES Results-driven with a focus on filling critical, revenue-producing roles.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Professional, approachable, and mission-driven demeanor aligned with WFM values.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment practices.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:possess a valid Texas driver’s license and appropriate liability insurance visual and auditory accuracy shift length - 8 hours indoor setting continuous use of computer and calculator long periods of sitting frequent use of telephone continuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both hands continuous conversational communication occasional reaching, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting and climbing occasionally carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling of up to 25 lbs.occasionally working in confined, noisy, dusty areas frequent use of personal car understand/carry out simple/detailed, oral/written instructions memorize and retain instructions read and interpret detailed specifications TALENT ACQUISTION SPECIALIST

REPORTS TO:

Director of Human Resources

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full-cycle recruitment of clinical and revenue-producing positions within Waco Family Medicine (WFM) including physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), nursing, radiology, laboratory, pharmacy and other key roles. This position partners closely with leadership and hiring managers to design and execute recruitment strategies that ensure the organization attracts, hires, and retains top talent to support patient care, growth, and revenue goals.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on healthcare recruitment strongly preferred.

Experience recruiting for physicians, APPs, and other revenue-producing positions in a healthcare or FQHC setting highly desirable.

SKILLS:

Strong knowledge of healthcare job markets, including physician and clinical staffing trends.

Proven ability to source passive candidates through creative and proactive methods.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously.

Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS systems; experience with Paycom a plus.

Familiarity with FQHC requirements, HRSA guidelines, and loan repayment programs (NHSC, state loan repayment) preferred.
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