Human Resources Assistant

St. John's Riverside Hospital; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated HR support professional to join their team. This role involves assisting with recruitment, new hire orientation, and maintaining employee files, all while providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills and be proficient in MS Office applications. This fully on-site position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a compassionate healthcare environment that values community service and professional growth. If you are passionate about human resources and making a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with strong PC skills.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support HR with recruitment, orientation, and employee processing.
• Maintain accurate HR information and prepare recruitment materials.
• Perform general office duties and utilize computer applications.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Human Resources Experience

Applicant Tracking Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890s, with a commitment to providing the most advanced medical services. The hospital was founded around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was established, making the St. John's Nursing Staff the heart of the hospital. Our dedicated nurses provide superior, patient- and family-focused care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to improving lives by elevating the quality of services provided, ensuring patients entrust us with their care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We uphold a policy of non-discrimination in employment, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or other protected classifications, in accordance with applicable laws.

Personalized care combined with advanced technology embodies what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

1. Under general supervision, support the Human Resources department with recruitment, new hire orientation, employment processing, employee file maintenance, and coordination of special events/projects.
2. Perform administrative duties with accuracy and discretion, assisting employees and management with policies and procedures.
3. Record, maintain, and report human resource information accurately.
4. Prepare recruitment materials, schedule interviews, and notify candidates of their application status.
5. Maintain candidate lists and provide eligible candidates to department representatives.
6. Process personnel action forms and ensure timely updates.
7. Coordinate pre-employment screenings and explain employment benefits and terms to new employees.
8. Establish and maintain professional relations with applicants, visitors, and professionals; provide excellent customer service.
9. Answer inquiries regarding employment issues and verify employment as needed.
10. Perform general office duties: copying, calendar management, mail processing, office supply ordering, and operating office equipment.
11. Utilize computer applications including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and databases; experience with applicant tracking systems is a plus.
12. Stay informed on HR developments and perform related duties and special projects as assigned.
13. Ensure timely processing of new hires, transfers, and promotions.
14. Maintain professional and courteous communication with internal and external contacts.

This position is fully on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong PC skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and database systems.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Human Resources experience preferred.