Senior Healthcare Recruiter

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Healthcare Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruitment for our growing healthcare organization, which operates nine skilled nursing and two assisted living communities throughout Massachusetts. This role is responsible for staffing our communities with high-quality clinical and non-clinical professionals, and for overseeing and managing 1–2 recruitment interns as part of the talent acquisition team.

 

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process — sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring — for clinical and non-clinical roles, including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and ancillary healthcare staff.
• Oversee and manage 1–2 recruitment interns, assigning projects, reviewing their work, and supporting their professional development.
• Partner with facility leadership to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies for each location.
• Source candidates through Indeed, LinkedIn, and other recruiting platforms, supplemented by proactive outreach and cold-calling to build strong talent pipelines.
• Coordinate interview scheduling and maintain consistent communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process.
• Maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring job postings and candidate records are accurate and current.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal hiring requirements, including license verification, background checks, and other pre-employment screening for clinical roles.
• Represent the organization at job fairs, career events, and community outreach activities to build our employer brand and expand the talent pipeline.
• Write and update job descriptions to ensure they accurately reflect role requirements and attract qualified candidates.
• Track recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, pipeline volume, source effectiveness) and use the data to drive continuous improvement in hiring processes.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on recruitment ad campaigns and identify areas of opportunity
• Partner with HR and facility leadership on retention initiatives that support long-term staff growth and engagement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally within healthcare, long-term care, or senior living.
• Experience recruiting for clinical roles such as RNs, LPNs, and CNAs strongly preferred.
• Prior experience mentoring, training, or supervising interns or junior staff preferred.
• Strong sourcing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and online recruiting platforms.
• Familiarity with healthcare licensing and credentialing basics (e.g., verifying active nursing licenses) a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple sites in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally between Massachusetts communities and to community events.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• 401(K) with Company-Match

• Low-Cost Medical Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Paid Vacation Time Away and Holidays 

Why Join Us?

Join a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to attracting top talent and supporting exceptional care across our skilled nursing and assisted living communities. You'll play a key role in shaping the workforce that delivers that care, and you'll help grow the next generation of recruiters through our internship program.