Healthcare HR & Onboarding Specialist

Newnan Health; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Newnan Health is seeking a Business Office Assistant to support the HR team at our Newnan, GA location. This full‑time role focuses on onboarding, employment compliance, and HR documentation within a nonprofit setting.

You will process hires, I‑9s, background checks, and coordinate orientation, while maintaining confidential personnel files and adhering to regulatory standards. Strong communication, organization, and HRIS proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• Associate’s degree with three years HR related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent with five years HR related experience.

Responsibilities

• Process new hires, status changes and terminations within defined timeframes.
• Complete I-9 processing, pre-employment background checks, drug testing, and reference checks for compliance.
• Create job requisitions and source/review applications.
• Verify medical licenses and certifications as needed.
• Processes associate absence and leave paperwork.
• File workers’ compensation claims and coordinate with Leave of Absence Coordinator.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Dependability

Organizational skills

Time management

Adaptability

Workday

HRIS

HR technology

Microsoft Excel

Employment laws

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Healthcare Administration

Associate’s degree with HR experience

High school diploma or equivalent with HR experience

Tools

Workday

HRIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Newnan Health is seeking a Business Office Assistant to support the HR team at our Newnan, GA location. This full‑time role focuses on onboarding, employment compliance, and HR documentation within a nonprofit setting.

You will process hires, I‑9s, background checks, and coordinate orientation, while maintaining confidential personnel files and adhering to regulatory standards. Strong communication, organization, and HRIS proficiency are essential.