Talent Acquisition Specialist (Healthcare)

Medica International Healthcare LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their team in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will manage the recruitment lifecycle for a variety of healthcare roles, collaborating with department heads and ensuring compliance with UAE regulations. The position requires 3–5 years of relevant experience in healthcare recruitment, along with excellent organizational and communication skills. Preference will be given to candidates meeting these qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably in healthcare.
• Proven experience in recruiting clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals.
• Strong understanding of UAE healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for healthcare positions.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements.
• Source candidates through various platforms including job portals.

Skills

Healthcare recruitment

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

ATS systems

Job portals

LinkedIn sourcing tools

Job description

Via Medica International Healthcare LLC is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist with strong experience in Healthcare recruitment to join our team in Abu Dhabi.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for healthcare positions, including doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and administrative/support roles.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing requirements, job specifications, and workforce planning needs.
• Source candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, referrals, recruitment agencies, and internal databases.
• Screen CVs, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate technical and final interviews.
• Ensure compliance with UAE healthcare regulations and licensing requirements (DOH, DHA, MOH) throughout the recruitment process.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements including credentialing, background checks, medical fitness, and onboarding documentation.
• Liaise with local and overseas recruitment agencies to support manpower needs when required.
• Maintain recruitment trackers, candidate databases, and ATS records with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Monitor and report recruitment KPIs such as time-to-fill, hiring status, and candidate pipeline.
• Support employer branding initiatives and recruitment campaigns to attract qualified healthcare talent.
• Provide a positive candidate experience through professional communication, timely updates, and clear feedback.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably within the healthcare sector in the UAE.
• Proven experience recruiting clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals.
• Strong understanding of UAE healthcare licensing and regulatory authorities (DOH, DHA, MOH).
• Experience in end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding coordination.
• Proficiency in using ATS systems, job portals, and LinkedIn sourcing tools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet the above-mentioned criteria.