Talent Acquisition Specialist

JOB SUMMARY: The Provider Talent Acquisition Specialist supports the Sr. Provider Recruiter by driving proactive sourcing, pipeline development, and candidate engagement across targeted markets. This role focuses on identifying and cultivating high-quality physician and provider talent, ensuring a steady and qualified pipeline to meet current and future hiring needs. This is a highly proactive role centered on outreach, relationship-building, and market intelligence, enabling the recruiting team to move quickly and effectively on open positions. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (other duties as required): Partner directly with the Sr. Provider Recruiter to understand priority roles, markets, and hiring timelines Proactively source physicians and providers using LinkedIn, databases, referrals, and targeted research Build and maintain active pipelines of qualified candidates across specialties and regions Develop and execute outreach strategies to engage passive candidates Candidate Engagement Conduct initial outreach and screening conversations to assess interest, alignment, and qualifications Build and maintain ongoing relationships with prospective candidates, including residents and fellows Ensure a professional, responsive, and high-touch candidate experience from first contact Map target markets, competitors, and training programs to identify talent pools Provide insights to the Sr. Provider Recruiter on candidate availability, compensation expectations, and market trends Support development of targeted recruitment strategies based on market data Attend conferences, residency events, and networking opportunities to build brand presence Develop relationships with residency and fellowship programs Partner with the Sr. Provider Recruiter to move candidates through the pipeline efficiently Maintain accurate candidate records, notes, and activity tracking in ATS/CRM systems Support scheduling, follow-ups, and candidate communication as needed Reasonable accommodation may be given to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. COMPETENCIES: Strategic Talent Identification – Ability to assess talent markets, identify high-value candidates, and align sourcing efforts with organizational growth priorities Influence & Relationship Management – Builds credibility quickly with physicians and stakeholders, effectively engaging and nurturing relationships across all stages of the talent lifecycle Market Intelligence & Insight – Leverages data and competitive awareness to inform sourcing strategies and provide meaningful input on talent availability and trends Operational Excellence & Pipeline Discipline – Demonstrates strong rigor in managing pipelines, tracking activity, and maintaining high-quality data to drive efficient recruiting outcomes Executive Communication – Communicates with clarity, professionalism, and confidence when engaging senior-level candidates and internal stakeholders Collaboration & Alignment – Works seamlessly with the Sr. Provider Recruiter and broader team to ensure alignment on priorities, execution, and outcomes Resilience & Execution Focus – Maintains persistence and adaptability in a competitive talent market, consistently driving results through proactive outreach and follow-through WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Fast-paced, deadline oriented, confidential department. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and phone use Ability to communicate effectively via phone, video, and in person Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 15 pounds) Ability to travel occasionally for conferences, site visits, or recruiting events, as needed POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: This is a full-time position. Days and hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. with occasional weekend travel and evening events. TRAVEL: Travel is required from time to time (20-30%). REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience 3-5 years of experience in sourcing, recruiting, sales, or business development 1-3 years of experience in healthcare and physician recruiting Direct exposure to provider recruitment, workforce planning, or clinical staffing models Demonstrated ability to proactively identify, engage, and build relationships with talent Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with physicians and senior-level professionals Experience using sourcing tools and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS/CRM systems) PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of experience in healthcare or physician recruiting Experience supporting high-volume or multi-site recruiting environments Familiarity with residency and fellowship programs and physician career pathways Proven ability to contribute to talent pipeline strategy and market mapping initiative OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr