Recruitment and Retention Specialist (Physician) - Temporary Full-Time

Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Affairs & Chief of Staff, the Recruitment & Retention Specialist is responsible for the development, administration and coordination of the recruitment and retention activities for Physician Specialists. The Recruitment & Retention Specialist will work in collaboration with partnering organizations, participating in career fairs and health care events to proactively build our talent pipeline.

• Post-secondary diploma or degree with specialty in Business Administration, Human Resources, Healthcare or related field is required.

• Three to five years of recent related experience preferably in a health care setting.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs and computer systems.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to be able to present ideas/positions one-to-one, in informal meetings, presentations/training sessions, with internal and external Hospital clients and stakeholders.

• Demonstrated relationship building skills.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work effectively, manage multiple priorities and meet and/or negotiate deadlines and deliverables in a busy environment with multiple competing demands from a variety of clients and stakeholders.

• Strong research and marketing skills.

• Knowledge and understanding of physician sources and current trends.

• Working knowledge of physician practice across full spectrum of specialties.

• Knowledge and understanding of international physician recruitment and immigration processes.

• Knowledge and understanding of licensing requirements with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).

• Understanding of Ministry of Health polices and legislation, including physician billing, and its impact locally.

• Knowledge and understanding of community health partners, tertiary care centres and their services and how they interface within the health care system.

• Demonstrated skills in behavioural interviewing to be able to accurately predict the success of a candidate for the vacancy and guide the selection process.

• Analytical skills to be able to effectively problem solve.

• Proven ability to work in a team environment combined with excellent customer service skills, with the strong ability to show initiative and work independently.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.

• Available for occasional short-term travel for recruitment events and conferences.