Craig Hospital · 3 days ago
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Denver Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$33.50/hr - $48.23/hr
5+ years expCraig Hospital is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist responsible for leading full-cycle recruitment for clinical and non-clinical roles. This role involves partnering with hiring managers, developing recruitment strategies, and enhancing the candidate experience while ensuring compliance with healthcare hiring requirements.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle recruitment from posting through full on-boarding, for clinical and non-clinical roles with a strong focus on nursing and therapy positions, ensuring an efficient and high-quality process from job posting through onboarding
Manage requisitions and applicant flow within the ATS; maintain accurate candidate records, generate reports, and identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and system enhancements
Support workforce planning by analyzing labor market data, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity to develop informed recruitment strategies and advise leadership
Strengthen candidate experience and employer brand through consistent messaging, improved touchpoints, and participation in digital recruitment marketing efforts
Partner closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job competencies, and department workflows; provide consultation on job design, market conditions, and sourcing strategies
Develop tailored recruiting and interviewing plans that promote equitable and compliant hiring practices aligned with organizational values
Screen and evaluate applicants for required qualifications, clinical competencies (when applicable), and cultural fit; conduct behavioral-based pre-screen interviews and assist with in-depth interviews for key clinical roles
Build and maintain strong talent pipelines by cultivating ongoing relationships with prospective candidates and engaging passive talent for future opportunities
Identify and leverage diverse sourcing channels, including digital platforms, professional groups, community partners, and nursing and therapy schools; recommend new methods to expand candidate reach
Represent the organization at job fairs, career days, academic programs, and professional conferences to promote opportunities and enhance brand presence
Oversee comprehensive candidate communication, including interview coordination, follow-up correspondence, reference checks, offer letters, new hire documentation, and orientation confirmations
Support HR Generalist functions such as onboarding, orientation activities, and record management during periods of high volume or organizational need
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and healthcare hiring requirements, including licensure verification, background checks, and documentation standards
Maintain productive partnerships with nursing, therapy, and clinical leadership teams, providing updates and solutions to meet evolving staffing goals
Contribute to continuous improvement by evaluating workflows, enhancing candidate engagement strategies, and implementing best practices in talent acquisition
Monitor key recruitment metrics—including time-to-fill, pipeline health, and quality-of-hire—and provide data-driven insights to leadership
Demonstrate exceptional customer service in all interactions with candidates, employees, students, hiring managers, and external partners
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field required
Minimum of 5–7 years of recruitment experience, with at least 3 years in healthcare talent acquisition (nursing, therapy, and allied health strongly preferred)
Experience with high-volume recruiting, hard-to-fill roles, and passive talent sourcing
Experience working directly with clinical and operational leadership teams in a healthcare setting
Excellent organization and customer service skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adjust schedules as needed
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of personnel, including nursing and therapy staff
Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and clinical teams
Proven ability to use professional judgment to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to quality initiatives
Strong sourcing skills, including recruitment through online platforms, referrals, community outreach, and partnerships with nursing and therapy schools
Highly motivated, positive attitude, and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities
Creative thinker capable of developing innovative recruitment solutions
Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Applicant Tracking Systems
Proficiency in leveraging AI-driven recruitment tools and analytics to identify, engage and evaluate qualified candidates efficiently
Preferred
Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) preferred
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous time off benefits
403b Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Company
Craig Hospital
Craig Hospital is a world-renowned, 93-bed, private, not-for-profit rehabilitation hospital and research center that specializes in the care of people who have sustained a spinal cord and/or a brain injury.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jandel Allen-Davis, MD
President and CEO
Derrek Hidalgo
Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Nursing Services
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