Talent Acquisition Specialist

About This Role Harbor Health is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing People team. In this role, you will own full-cycle recruiting for clinical support positions across our Texas markets — including Medical Assistants, Patient Reception Specialists, and Clinical Lead CMAs — while also lending support to select corporate and health plan hiring. You will be a trusted recruiting partner to hiring managers at our Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, El Paso, and remote locations, helping us build the high-quality clinical teams that power our integrated care model. Key Responsibilities Clinical Support Recruiting Manage full-cycle recruiting for Medical Assistant, Patient Reception Specialist, Clinical Lead roles across Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, and El Paso markets Manage full-cycle recruiting for any other corporate positions needed across all markets including remote positions Partner closely with clinic managers and operations leaders on headcount planning, role requirements, and candidate profiles Source proactively through job boards, community partnerships, local healthcare networks, and referral programs to build robust candidate pipelines Conduct phone screens and structured interviews, evaluating candidates for competency, patient-facing skills, and culture alignment Coordinate and facilitate the interview process end-to-end, including scheduling, feedback collection, and offer preparation Maintain accurate and timely records in UKG, ensuring data integrity across all active requisitions AI-Assisted & Modern Recruiting Practices Use AI writing tools (e.g., Claude) to draft and refine job postings, outreach messages, interview questions, and offer language — while maintaining authenticity and Harbor Health's voice Leverage AI-powered sourcing tools and LinkedIn Recruiter features to identify passive candidates more efficiently and build targeted talent pipelines Use automation and workflow tools (e.g., ATS workflows, scheduling integrations, email sequences) to reduce manual lift and improve candidate responsiveness Apply a data-informed mindset to recruiting: track pipeline metrics, time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and offer acceptance rates, using that data to continuously improve Corporate & Health Plan Support Assist with recruiting efforts for select operational and health plan support roles as needed, including administrative and coordinator-level positions Support the Senior Talent Acquisition Partners on sourcing, screening, and scheduling for corporate openings during high-volume periods Draft compelling job postings and LinkedIn outreach messages tailored to specific candidate audiences Contribute to compensation benchmarking discussions and help prepare offer letter documentation in alignment with established pay scales General Talent Acquisition Provide an exceptional candidate experience at every stage of the hiring process, from first contact through onboarding handoff Participate in career fairs, community events, and healthcare workforce programs to build Harbor Health's employer brand as needed Support hiring manager intake conversations to align on role expectations, timelines, and evaluation criteria Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes and contribute to TA team initiatives Qualifications Required 2+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with demonstrated success filling clinical support or healthcare roles Background in healthcare, medical group, or health plan environments strongly preferred Experience using an ATS to manage requisitions and candidate pipelines (UKG or similar) Comfort using AI tools in day-to-day work — whether for drafting communications, researching candidates, or improving efficiency — with good judgment about when and how to apply them Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust with both candidates and hiring managers Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously across multiple locations Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools Preferred Experience recruiting in a multi-site or multi-market environment Exposure to both clinical and corporate/health plan recruiting Hands-on experience with AI sourcing tools, recruitment automation platforms, or CRM/ATS integrations Familiarity with data reporting tools (e.g., ATS analytics, Excel/Google Sheets, or similar) to track recruiting metrics Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field — or equivalent experience Why Harbor Health Harbor Health is an integrated payvider combining a medical group and health plan to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across Texas. Our team is growing rapidly and the people who join us now will help shape how we scale. You'll work alongside a collaborative TA team, have access to strong systems and leadership support, and make a real impact on the communities we serve in Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, and El Paso. Competitive compensation and benefits package Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off and holidays 401(k) with employer match Hybrid work flexibility Growth opportunities within a mission-driven, fast-scaling organization Harbor Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr