LOCATION: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital-Chicago, IL
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
SHIFT: Days/8:30AM-4:30PM
Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address: [email protected]
When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary
The Senior Manager of Physician Recruitment leads the full-cycle recruitment strategy for physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs). This role partners with clinical and operational leaders throughout Cook County Health (CCH) to understand workforce needs, develop and implement strategic talent sourcing and recruitment strategies, and ensure an exceptional candidate experience. This role will oversee reporting, manage a growing team, and collaborates with external and internal partners to build a strong physician and provider recruitment function to support organizational growth and operational needs.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining
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Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
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Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings
Discipline
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Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
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Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
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Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Supervision
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Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
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Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Management
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Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH’ systemic development and success
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Discuss and develop CCH system policy and procedure
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Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
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Work with Cook County Labor Relations and CCH Operations Counsel to discern past practice when necessary
Typical Duties
Coaches and leads a team of Physician Recruiter(s) and Recruitment Coordinators
Builds and scales a high-performing physician talent acquisition function.
Manages individual portfolio of full-cycle talent searches and delivers against individual recruiting goals
Develops and executes new and innovative talent acquisition strategies for physician and advanced practice provider (APP) roles, leveraging diverse sourcing techniques and best practices to build strong candidate pipelines and ensure timely placement
Partners with marketing to create recruitment campaigns, content, and employer branding initiatives in compliance with all CCH policies and the Employment Plan.
Collaborates with hiring managers and departmental leadership to assess current and future provider staffing needs.
Researches, sources, and cultivates relationships with prospective provider candidates through targeted outreach, passive search strategies, industry networking and external talent sources to support current and future hiring needs
Assesses candidates against specific functional requirements, communication styles through career history, behavioral and competency-based interviewing
Identifies opportunities to continuously improve and streamline workflow and candidate experience
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Builds and creates data, analyzes statistics, and identifies recruiting trends
Organizes and represents CCH at on-site and off-site fairs, conferences, and networking events to promote employer brand and attract talent
Develops and executes physician and provider workforce recruitment plans aligned with organizational growth, service line expansion, and vacancy reduction goals.
Partners with Compensation to structure competitive offers, analyze market data, and support physician employment agreements.
Establishes and monitors key recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, candidate pipeline activity, and offer acceptance rates; present regular reporting to executive leadership.
Oversees relationships with external recruitment agencies, locum tenens vendors, and retained search firms to ensure performance, cost control, and alignment with system needs.
Collaborates with Clinical Affairs and Credentialing to ensure seamless transition from offer acceptance through onboarding.
Works with various teams on recruitment efforts to ensure compliance with the Employment Plan, collective bargaining agreements, credentialing, licensure, regulatory requirements, and other applicants healthcare hiring standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship
Reports to Associate Chief Human Resources Officer, Talent Management
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
At least five (5) years of experience sourcing and recruiting physician or provider talent
Three (3) years of experience supervising or managing recruitment staff in a hospital, health system, medical group, or similar clinical environment
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Development, Marketing or related field
Prior experience working in a union environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, negotiation, problem-solving, organization and time management skills
Skill in interpreting employment policies and procedures as determined by the County and as set forth in the Employment Plan and collective bargaining agreements
Strong project management skills
Ability to initiate, build, and manage cohesive partnerships and professional relationships both internally and externally
Ability to identify process improvements and make sound recommendations and implement same
Ability to build constructive and collaborate business relationships across cultures and organization levels
Works to meet deadlines; flexibility and adaptability in performing work duties
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
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Basic Term Life Insurance
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Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
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Employee Assistance Program
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Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
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You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
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Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
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Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
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Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
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A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
“Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belongings to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview”.
Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
