Talent Acquisition Onboarding Specialist Human Resources

Overview:

At WakeMed, our people are the heart of everything we do — and that starts with an exceptional onboarding experience. As a Talent Acquisition Representative focused on Onboarding, you’ll play a key role in welcoming new teammates, ensuring every hire feels supported, informed, and excited for their first day. You’ll manage important pre‑hire steps, keep our HR systems running smoothly, and deliver the signature WakeMed level of care to candidates, leaders, and internal partners alike.

What you’ll do:

• Send offer communications and initiate/monitor all pre‑employment requirements, including background checks, employment and education verifications, drug screens, license checks, and I‑9 completion etc.
• Enter and maintain accurate new‑hire data across systems including iCIMS and Infor
• Provide administrative support across onboarding workflows to ensure a seamless, high‑touch new‑hire experience
• Assist with additional tasks as needed — including invoice processing, temporary staffing coordination, sourcing, and social media research
• Deliver responsive, compassionate, and service‑minded support to candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers — the WakeMed way

The estimated hiring range for this position is $21-27/hr, dependent upon qualifying education and experience.

Department Description:

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit   .

EOE

Licensure:

Not Applicable

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And Associate's Degree Or Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Experience:

2 Years Administrative Required - In Healthcare - Multi-Hospital System With Applicant Tracking System And Human Resources Information Systems Preferred