Health Recruiter I

Cherokee Nation•Tahlequah, OK

About The Position

Responsible for system-wide recruitment of health professionals, including for health centers and the hospital. Represents Cherokee Nation throughout the recruitment process, from advertising opportunities and sourcing and pre-screening candidates through scheduling and facilitating on-site interviews and assisting with contracts. Keeps current on physician and other health professional recruitment strategies and best practices. The role provides health care services to eligible individuals in accordance with the self-governance compact and funding agreement between the Cherokee Nation and the United States under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. It exercises discretion and independent judgment on matters of significance. The role requires alternate scheduled hours and days and travel for recruiting purposes. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Health, Science, Public Relations, or a Business-related field, or graduation from an accredited nursing or other medical training program; no substitutions.
Two additional years of experience in business, marketing, public relations, or healthcare.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups and individuals.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Knowledge and general use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project; internet research; and database functionality.
Experience communicating with applicants using spreadsheet and word-processing software and modern technology such as Skype, text, and email blasts.
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Valid driver’s license and a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets Cherokee Nation underwriting requirements.

Responsibilities

Coordinate department correspondence for prospective professionals.
Discuss personnel needs with department supervisors and prepare and implement recruitment programs.
Provide potential applicants with information about organizational facilities and job opportunities, and correspond with applicants about employment consideration.
Obtain approval and submit health professional vacancies for job postings.
Advertise opportunities through residency and fellowship programs, job boards, and social media platforms.
Source candidates through databases and agency sites.
Represent Cherokee Nation at job fairs, exhibits, residency programs, and other events, presenting job opportunities and general information.
Pre-screen candidates for qualifications and potential cultural fit.
Distribute candidate CVs, summaries, and references to selection teams and hiring supervisors.
Serve as the primary contact for candidates throughout recruitment, including pre-screening, scheduling phone interviews, and arranging and facilitating on-site visits for candidates and their spouses or significant others.
Make travel arrangements and process travel for on-site interviews.
Create and distribute Letters of Consideration and medical applications, and assist with contract negotiations.
Maintain working knowledge of candidate contracts and the contract process, compensation, benefits, loan repayment programs, and credentialing.
Maintain knowledge of qualifications, certifications, and licensure for positions being recruited.
Execute recruitment processes in compliance with standardized processes, protocols, procedures, and timelines.
Prepare and maintain reports on candidates and recruitment efforts.
Participate in recruitment strategy meetings as needed.
Educate and collaborate with medical staff and administration on physician recruitment, candidate market availability, compensation updates, specialty trends, and related topics.
Maintain a comprehensive database of candidate CVs, profiles, contact information, and tracking information.
Work with teams involved in health recruitment to support Cherokee Nation Health Services’ mission and vision.
Work alternate scheduled hours and days and travel for recruiting purposes.
Provide health care services to eligible individuals in accordance with the applicable self-governance compact and funding agreement.