CERTIFIED PHYSICIAN RECRUITER

Watson Clinic LLP; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Watson Clinic LLP is seeking a Certified Physician Recruiter to support physician and advanced practice candidate screening, interviews, and board-ready presentation materials. The role involves screening via telephone and video, coordinating interviews with Clinic leadership, and presenting candidate details for Board of Directors approval.

Applicants should have a CPRP certification through AAPPR, 2 years in healthcare recruiting, and strong stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience in a healthcare environment.
• Two years of prior physician interviewing experience.
• CPRP certification through AAPPR required.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of physician sourcing and interviewing techniques, including employment law.
• Ability to work in a team environment with flexibility to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial screening interviews for physician and advanced practice candidates via telephone and virtual video.
• Provide appropriate recommendations to clinical department managers and physicians based on screening outcomes.
• Coordinate virtual interviews with providers and Clinic leadership.
• Perform reference checks and compile candidate information for presentation to the Board of Directors for approval.
• Partner with the Director and other departments to plan recruitment events, dinners, and social engagements.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder relations

Physician recruiting

Team collaboration

Flexible hours

Education

CPRP certification through AAPPR

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Watson Clinic LLP is seeking a Certified Physician Recruiter to support physician and advanced practice candidate screening, interviews, and board-ready presentation materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial screening interviews for physician and advanced practice candidates via telephone and virtual video
• Provide appropriate recommendations to clinical department managers and physicians based on screening outcomes
• Coordinate virtual interviews with providers and Clinic leadership
• Perform reference checks and compile candidate information for presentation to the Board of Directors for approval
• Partner with the Director and other departments to plan recruitment events, dinners, and social engagements

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in a healthcare environment
• Two years of prior physician interviewing experience
• CPRP certification through AAPPR is required
• Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of physician sourcing and interviewing techniques, including employment law
• Ability to work in a team environment with flexibility to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Flexible hours, including availability during evenings and weekends

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, healthcare, or human resources (strongly preferred)
• Previous experience in Physician/APP recruitment (strongly preferred)
• Understanding of local, state, and federal hiring laws (strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with H-1B, J1 waivers, and other immigration-related topics (strongly preferred)
• Basic understanding of medical and surgical specialties (strongly preferred)

Reports To

• Director of Professional Services

Classification

• Exempt

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Primarily sedentary work
• Occasional travel to job fairs and other hiring functions
• Lifting requirement of no more than 10 pounds
• Ability to operate a personal computer and use a computer for extended periods
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to multi-task and adjust to changing priorities in a high-stress environment
• Ability to work under stressful deadlines

Travel

• Travel expected for job fairs and other hiring events
• Additional facility tours for prospective physicians

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.