HR Specialist

Human Resource Specialist

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation's largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology's mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.

The Human Resource (HR) Specialist has primary responsibility for onboarding all new hires and assists with many aspects of benefits administration. The HR Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department and contributes to a wide range of HR functions, including department development, online and traditional recordkeeping, employee relations, training and development, organizational development, and recruitment.

In addition, this role supports organizational events, including planning, coordinating, and executing employee engagement activities, meetings, and company-sponsored events.

The HR Specialist must be service-oriented with high personal standards and a hands-on work style. This position requires a self-starter who is comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with activities related to recruitment and onboarding, including pre and post-onboarding of employees
• Assists with the management of orientation and training materials
• Assists with benefit-related activities, including process enrollments, life event changes, terminations, and open enrollment and coverage issue escalation in partnership with the Compensation and Benefits Manager.
• Keeps electronic employee records up-to-date and maintains traditional personnel files in compliance with applicable legal requirements
• Assists in the administration of HR programs, procedures and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company
• Respond to employee inquiries and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Assists with preparation of data and information for annual reporting/participant notification requirements, HR audits, and other compliance needs as required
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of organizational events, including employee engagement activities, meetings, and company-sponsored programs, ensuring a positive and seamless experience for participants
• Special Projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with Human Capital Management System, preferably Workday
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent decision-making and critical thinking skills
• Ability to adapt to new and/or changing environments, support innovation and change
• Knowledge of relevant employment laws and local policies and procedures
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of professionalism and efficiency
• Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and prioritization skills required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint to include professional work experience creating tables, charts, graphs, and formulas.

Education & Experience:

• BS in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, Business Management or Related Field or five years of equivalent Human Resources experience.
• SHRM-CP or HCRI-PHR preferred
• A minimum of two years of proven experience in Human Resources