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UMH Sparrow - PHYSICIAN RECRUITER

9/4/26Sparrow Hospital

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Job ID: 55697

Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of

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Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

This position administers, coordinates, and oversees complex functions associated throughout the recruitment life cycle for all provider positions up to and including Medical Director positions. The goal being to ensure availability of a qualified diverse pool of applicants for achievement of established goals and objectives. Responsible for staffing of quality hires, understanding the business needs and partnering with the department managers, directors or vice presidents of the medical group and organization to fully understand the business and staffing needs.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Sources physicians and advanced practice providers for assigned searches using all methods to generate candidates including national, local, internet advertising, direct mail, and marketing and promotional activities
• Initiates contact and timely follow-up with prospective candidates
• Carefully conducts initial interviews and evaluates candidates background and work history
• Provides written summaries and recommendations regarding potential candidates
• Maintains on-going contact with targeted candidates throughout the recruitment process
• Coordinates candidate on-site interview schedule
• Verifies candidate references and credentials before on-site visits
• Drives the recruitment process and ensures decisions are made in a timely manner
• Conducts marketing research as needed for assigned searches
• Interfaces with Sparrow leaders and others to develop recruitment profiles and needs
• Develops and presents offers to candidates as directed by responsible Sparrow executive
• Maintains knowledge of Sparrow programs and services to enhance success of assigned recruitments
• Familiar with Medical Staff dynamics and issues and understands Sparrow service area demographics
• Understands national and regional provider recruitment and compensation trends
• Works within the operating and capital budget of the Physician Recruitment Department cost center
• Provides weekly reports on status of open positions and assists with the preparation and maintenance of all Department databases, records and reports
• Attends recruitment job fairs as needed to source candidates for assigned searches
• Assists with the development of Recruitment Department policies and procedures
• Ensures appropriate management of job requisitions within the ATS system per job posting procedures
• Screens applications and resume for qualified candidates and perform initial prescreen interview of applicant to assess skills, competency and preferences for appropriate match with available openings
• Interfaces with third party vendors for temporary staffing needs or permeant placement needs

Required Responsibilities of the Caregiver:

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to our mission, vision and core values (Caring, Innovation, Inclusion, Integrity, Teamwork)
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
• Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.

Job Requirements

General Requirements • Certified Physician Recruiter through AAPPR (preferred) Work Experience • See Education section • Prior experience in a Human Resources position in a similar size organization (preferred) • Prior experience using ACT or other recruitment contact management software (preferred) Education • Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field and a minimum of one (1) year recruitment experience OR an Associate's degree in business administration or related field AND a minimum of three (3) years recruitment experience OR a High School diploma AND a minimum of five (5) years of previous physician and/or advanced practice provider recruitment experience in a similar size organization Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Knowledge of the medical community and familiarity with marketing/public relations techniques • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing; • Self-motivated, ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision, set priorities and follow through to accomplish results; • Ability to multi-task, planning and prioritizing a large volume of work in accordance with changing deadlines • Willingness to telephone and meet individuals in the early morning, evenings, and weekends as needed to enhance recruitment; willingness to travel as required to attend recruiting job fairs • Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality • Working knowledge of computers and software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Administrative/Clerical

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Shift

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Days Degree Type / Education Level

• High School / GED

High School / GED Status

• Full-time

Full-time Facility

• Sparrow Hospital

Sparrow Hospital Experience Level

• New Grad

New Grad

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