Physician Recruiter- Physician Recruitment

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Full-Time Physician Recruiter

 

VHC Health – Arlington, Virginia 

 

VHC Health is seeking a dynamic and relationship-focused Physician Recruiter to lead and support all aspects of physician recruitment across the organization. This role is responsible for developing and executing recruitment strategies that attract high-quality physicians and advanced providers who support the hospital's commitment to exceptional patient care.

 

The Physician Recruiter collaborates closely with physician leadership, medical staff, administration, and key stakeholders to identify recruitment needs, develop sourcing strategies, and manage the full recruitment lifecycle. This individual recommends recruitment strategies to the Chairman of the Board, Vice President of Physician Services, and Director of Recruitment, while assisting in the development and execution of recruitment plans aligned with division goals and the hospital's mission, vision, and values.

 

Why VHC Health

 

VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes.

 

Highlights include:

 

· Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report

· Multiple “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group

· CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating

· Magnet® designation for nursing excellence

· Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)

· Independent health system with strong physician leadership and administrative support

· Modern ambulatory and inpatient oncology infrastructure with continued investment in cancer services

· Located in Arlington, Virginia — consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States with immediate access to Washington, DC

· At VHC Health, physician leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment.

 

 

Position Overview

 

The Physician Recruiter leads full-cycle physician and advanced practice provider recruitment efforts for VHC Health. Working closely with physician leadership and administrative stakeholders, this role develops and executes recruitment strategies, manages candidate pipelines, and supports workforce planning initiatives that advance organizational growth and patient access. The Physician Recruiter serves as a key liaison throughout the recruitment process, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience while aligning recruitment efforts with VHC Health's mission, vision, and strategic goals.

 

Position Responsibilities

 

· Manage the full-cycle physician recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, coordinating site visits, candidate assessment, offer development, and onboarding support.

· Partner with physician leaders, department chairs, and administrative leadership to identify and prioritize recruitment needs.

· Develop and implement effective physician recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates across multiple specialties.

· Create and maintain talent pipelines through networking, professional associations, physician databases, referrals, residency and fellowship programs, and recruitment events.

· Coordinate candidate interviews, physician site visits, and community tours to ensure a positive candidate experience.

· Escort physician candidates throughout in-person interview visits, coordinating and facilitating meetings across multiple hospital, clinic, and practice locations to ensure a seamless candidate experience.

· Assist with physician offer and contract preparation and recruitment-related documentation.

· Represent VHC Health at recruitment conferences, career fairs, and professional networking events.

 

Qualifications

 

· Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.

· Two (2) years of healthcare recruitment experience preferred.

· One (1) year of physician recruitment experience preferred.

· Experience managing multiple searches and working with healthcare leaders in a fast-paced environment is highly desirable.

· Strong understanding of physician recruitment processes and best practices.

· Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.

· Ability to effectively engage physicians and healthcare professionals across a variety of specialties.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

· Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, recruitment databases, and Microsoft Office applications.

· Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

· Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and customer service skills.

 

Position Highlights

 

· Lead physician recruitment efforts for a respected, community-focused health system.

· Partner directly with executive and physician leadership to support strategic growth initiatives.

· Manage full-cycle recruitment across a variety of physician specialties.

· Build relationships with physicians, residency and fellowship programs, and professional organizations nationwide.

· Participate in workforce planning efforts that directly impact patient access and care delivery.

· Enjoy a collaborative, mission-driven culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.

 

Compensation & Benefits

 

· Comprehensive medical benefits

· Generous paid time off for full-time and permanent part-time positions

· Retirement plan options

Responsibilities

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.  

In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. 

VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. 

The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. 

VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. 

VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations. 

Qualifications

Purpose & Scope:

Responsible for all aspects of Physician Recruitment for the Virginia Hospital Center This individual recommends recruitment strategies to the Chairman of the Board, Vice President Physician Services and the Director of Recruitment and assists with the development of the recruitment plan in keeping patient care, division goals, and the hospital's mission and vision foremost at all times.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Experience:

Two years of experience in healthcare recruitment is preferred.

One year of experience is physician recruitment is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

None.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its  women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.
• Received a top ranking in  Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors.
• Recognized by the  Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories:  bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category.
• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings.
• Named  best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money.

OUR COMMUNITY

• Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.
• Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.
• Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.
• Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States
• Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.
• Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.
• Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.
• Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.
• Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts
• Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.