Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Michigan Orthopaedic Surgeons PLLC•Southfield, MI

About The Position

The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a critical role in sourcing talent and sustaining a high-performing workforce for Michigan Orthopaedic Surgeons (MOS). This position is responsible for full-cycle recruitment across both clinical and non-clinical roles and partners closely with physician leaders, hiring managers, and leadership to attract, assess, and secure top talent. This role operates within complex hiring environments, including hard-to-fill clinical searches, competitive labor markets, and evolving workforce needs. The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist applies sound judgment through relationship-driven and data-informed decision-making, challenges assumptions, advises leaders, and continuously improves MOS’s approach to talent acquisition. From workforce planning through onboarding handoff, this role drives clarity, urgency, and results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field required
Minimum of 4 years of full cycle recruiting experience, preferably within a healthcare or regulated environment
Demonstrated experience recruiting for clinical or other hard-to-fill roles in competitive labor markets
Proven ability to influence and partner effectively with physicians, executives, and operational leaders
Strong negotiation experience related to offers, compensation alignment, and vendor management
Data-driven mindset with experience using recruiting metrics, labor market data, and workforce trends
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple requisitions, competing priorities, and deadlines simultaneously
Comfortable navigating ambiguity, change, and fluctuating hiring demands common in healthcare environments
Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technology; tech-savvy and process-oriented
HR Knowledge:Solid understanding of general HR practices, employment laws, and regulatory requirements
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization
Problem Solving: Sound judgment in addressing recruiting and HR-related concerns and escalating issues appropriately
Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using HRIS platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, and reporting tools
Confidentiality: Ability to maintain discretion and ethically handle sensitive employee and candidate information
Organization: Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Preferred Qualifications: HR or Talent Acquisition certification from a nationally recognized institution, such as HRCI or SHRM
Previous experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment for clinical and non-clinical roles, including nursing, operations hourly roles, revenue cycle positions, and leadership roles
Serve as a strategic partner to hiring managers and physician leaders to define staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and align recruiting strategies with operational and patient care goals
Monitor, analyze, and report on key recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill, talent pipeline health, and other indicators to inform hiring strategies
Set and maintain a high standard for candidate experience by ensuring timely communication, professionalism, and compliance throughout the hiring process
Conduct regular hiring reviews with leaders, sharing recruiting metrics, labor market data, compensation insights, and recommendations to support informed decision-making
Proactively source and build talent pipelines using strategies beyond traditional job boards, including networking, referrals, events, and targeted outreach
Represent MOS at career fairs, professional association events, and networking opportunities to strengthen the employer brand and attract top healthcare talent
Act as a confident and thoughtful negotiator, balancing candidate expectations with internal equity, budget parameters, and organizational goals
Partner with HR, Marketing, and Leadership to enhance recruitment messaging, employer branding, and employee referral programs
Manage relationships with third-party recruiting agencies, including vendor selection, candidate coordination, contract adherence, and invoice approvals
Maintain accurate and compliant records in the applicant tracking system (ATS), ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations, employment laws, and internal policies
Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes using data, feedback, and industry best practices
Perform additional HR-related duties as needed that align with recruiting operations and organizational priorities