Director of Physician Recruitment

B.E. Smith Leadership Solutions; Minnesota; On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonuses

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Director of Physician and Provider Recruitment to lead strategic and operational efforts across the organization. The role reports to the Vice President of Talent Management and oversees 14 FTEs plus two direct reports, driving data-driven, proactive recruitment and forecasting.

You will modernize processes, enhance technology and reporting, and build strong relationships with physician leaders and executive teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive experience in healthcare, provider recruitment, or talent acquisition, with at least three years in leadership.
• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or AAPPR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for physician and advanced practice provider recruitment across Essentia Health.
• Oversee two direct reports and a team of 14 FTEs; modernize and standardize recruitment processes.
• Strengthen technology and reporting capabilities; improve pipeline visibility and forecasting; advance a proactive, data-driven approach.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Data-driven approach

Executive presence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or AAPPR)

Job description

Shape the future of healthcare talent at Essentia Health as the next Director of Physician and Provider Recruitment.

The Position

The Director of Physician and Provider Recruitment is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for physician and advanced practice provider recruitment across Essentia Health. Reporting to the Vice President of Talent Management, this leader will oversee two direct reports and a team of 14 FTEs. Key responsibilities include modernizing and standardizing recruitment processes, strengthening technology and reporting capabilities, improving pipeline visibility and forecasting, and advancing a more proactive, data-driven approach to physician and provider recruitment. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, relationship-driven leader with strong executive presence and deep physician and provider recruitment expertise. This individual should be technologically savvy, comfortable leading change, and skilled at building relationships with physician leaders and executive leadership. This position offers remote flexibility with regular travel to Duluth, MN, Fargo, ND, and other key Essentia Health markets. Candidates must reside within or near Essentia Health's service area.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred. A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in healthcare, provider recruitment, or talent acquisition, coupled with at least three years of leadership experience. Professional HR certification, such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or AAPPR, preferred.

Compensation Range

The base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $185,000 annually. In addition, a leader may be eligible for other benefits, including but not limited to health insurance coverage, retirement benefits, and bonuses. The total compensation for the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The base salary range listed above is a good faith determination of potential base compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

The Organization

Essentia Health is a nonprofit, integrated health system headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, serving patients and communities throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Guided by its mission, "We are called to make a healthy difference in people's lives," Essentia Health brings together more than 16,500 employees, including more than 2,500 physicians and advanced practitioners. The health system includes 14 hospitals, 80 clinics, 30 retail pharmacies, six long-term care facilities, five assisted and independent living facilities, ambulance services, and a research institute, providing a broad continuum of care across the region. Essentia Health is grounded in the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork, with a strong commitment to patient-centered care, continuous improvement, and meaningful involvement in the communities it serves. With a broad regional presence and an integrated approach to care delivery, Essentia Health is committed to expanding access to high-quality healthcare and advancing the health and well-being of the diverse communities it serves.

The Community

Duluth, Minnesota, is a vibrant waterfront city situated along the shores of Lake Superior, offering a unique combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and an active arts, dining, and cultural scene. Residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, skiing, boating, and exploring the city's extensive parks and trails, along with scenic views of Lake Superior. The city is home to well-known destinations such as Canal Park and the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, while its distinctive neighborhoods offer an array of locally owned restaurants, breweries, shops, and entertainment. Duluth also offers access to a variety of festivals, live music, museums, sporting events, and seasonal activities, providing plenty to experience throughout the year. With its strong sense of community and exceptional access to the outdoors, Duluth offers an appealing environment for professionals seeking both career opportunity and an active, high-quality lifestyle.