Talent Acquisition Specialist (Healthcare)

فيا ميديكا انترناشونال; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage the full recruitment lifecycle for various healthcare positions. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in healthcare recruitment, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of UAE healthcare regulations. Responsibilities include collaborating with hiring managers, coordinating candidate assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about attracting top healthcare talent.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for healthcare positions.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements and onboarding.

Skills

Healthcare recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Interview coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Tools

ATS systems

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.