HR Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

About Company:

As one of the largest primary care practices in Southwest Georgia, Albany Area Primary Health Care (AAPHC) provides health care services to more than 54,000  patients and nearly 217,000 office visits per year. AAPHC is also one of the largest Community Health Centers in our region!  To learn more about Community Health Centers, and how this benefits Southwest Georgia.

At AAPHC, we strive to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and continuous care to all who access our services. Did you know that all qualifying medical offices operated by AAPHC are recognized as a Level III Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Center for Quality Assurance (NCQA)? NCQA offers three levels of PCMH recognition with Level III being the highest level.  As a Level III PCMH, AAPHC is committed to continuously raising the quality of care within our practices, while also lowering our patients health care costs.

Our health care teams are comprised of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurse midwives. Assisting these providers are clinical staff members, laboratory personnel, and business office professionals.  

Our goal is to always provide access, and even expand access, to your provider so you always can reach AAPHC when you need us most!  When you visit an AAPHC office, you can trust that you'll be well cared for by our team.  Always.

About the Role:

The HR Coordinator plays a pivotal role in supporting the human resources department within the health care and social assistance industry by ensuring smooth and efficient HR operations. This position is responsible for coordinating recruitment efforts, managing employee records, and facilitating communication between staff and management to promote a positive workplace environment. The HR Coordinator will assist in implementing HR policies and procedures that comply with federal and state regulations, contributing to organizational compliance and risk management. By serving as a key point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related issues, the coordinator helps maintain employee satisfaction and engagement. Ultimately, this role supports the overall mission of the organization by fostering a well-organized, compliant, and employee-focused HR function that enables the delivery of quality health care services.

This position will be minimum 75% in office with travel to clinics and training center in Albany Georgia .

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in a human resources support or coordination role.
• Familiarity with HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations applicable in the United States.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the health care or social assistance industry.
• Professional HR certification such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management - Certified Professional).
• Knowledge of payroll processing systems.
• Experience with employee onboarding and documention auditing.
• Advanced proficiency in HR software platforms and data analytics tools.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the recruitment process including job postings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
• Maintain and update employee records in HR information systems ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits, payroll coordination, and employee reviews .
• Own and manage the onboarding process for new hires by preparing orientation materials and facilitating training sessions.
• Serve as a liaison between employees and management to address HR-related inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and organizational policies by assisting in audits and maintaining documentation.
• Organize and support employee engagement initiatives and internal communications to promote a positive workplace culture.

Skills:

The HR Coordinator utilizes strong organizational skills daily to manage multiple tasks such as recruitment coordination, record keeping, and compliance documentation efficiently. Communication skills are essential for interacting with candidates, employees, and management to ensure clear and professional exchanges of information. Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office enables the coordinator to maintain accurate employee data and generate reports that support decision-making. Knowledge of employment laws ensures that all HR activities comply with legal standards, reducing organizational risk. Additionally, interpersonal skills help the coordinator foster positive relationships and resolve employee concerns, contributing to a supportive and productive workplace environment.