Talent Acquisition and Workforce Management Specialist

Elaya Health•Passaic, NJ

5d•$60,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Elaya Health Specialty Services is a growing healthcare company offering doctor services in SNF. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist to oversee clinical recruitment and administrative HR functions for our specialty medical practice. In this dual-function role, you will lead end-to-end recruitment efforts to attract high-caliber healthcare professionals—including Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), and Medical Assistants (MAs)—while supporting day-to-day HR administrative operations, including oversight of scheduling, credentialing, and onboarding.

Requirements

Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and MS Office / Google Workspace suite.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal presence.
High attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within a specialty medical practice or outpatient clinical setting.
3+ years administrative experience, with direct experience recruiting healthcare/clinical personnel (NPs, PAs, RNs, MAs) preferred.
Basic familiarity with healthcare credentialing standards, HIPAA compliance, and employment law basics a plus.

Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Clinical Recruiting: Source, attract, screen, interview, and coordinate hires for Advanced Practice Providers (NPs, PAs), nursing staff (RNs), and clinical support personnel (MAs).
Candidate Sourcing: Utilize specialized job boards, medical professional networks, social channels, and regional career fairs to build a strong talent pipeline.
Selection & Scheduling: Conduct initial HR screenings, assess clinical cultural fit, and manage interview schedules with clinical department leaders and management.
Offer & Negotiation: Draft, extend, and negotiate competitive offer letters in collaboration with management.
Credentialing & Compliance: Manage primary source verification, medical license checks, DEA registrations, certifications (BLS/ACLS), background checks, and drug screenings prior to start dates.
Onboarding & Orientation: Facilitate seamless clinical onboarding, including initial orientation schedules, system access requests, and compliance training setup.
HR Records Management: Maintain accurate employee files, licensures, expiration tracking, and HR database records in compliance with HIPAA and healthcare regulatory standards.
Employee Relations Support: Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, leave policies, and practice procedures.