Human Resources Generalist

Accela Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Accela Healthcare in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Human Resources Generalist (Full-Time) to manage HR operations in a healthcare setting. The role emphasizes employment law compliance, payroll accuracy, onboarding, and employee relations, with opportunities to contribute to staffing and regulatory readiness.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of healthcare HR experience, strong HRIS/ATS skills, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of HR experience in healthcare, Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care setting.
• Experience with ATS required.
• Knowledge of payroll processes and payroll auditing.
• Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania employment laws and HR compliance.
• Experience with Workers' Compensation, unemployment hearings, employee relations, and regulatory surveys.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Use and maintain the facility's ATS to ensure an efficient hiring process.
• Prepare and issue offer letters within 24 hours of candidate selection.
• Assist with payroll review to ensure accuracy prior to processing.
• Ensure compliance with Pennsylvania employment laws and HR best practices.
• Coordinate new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Assist with employee relations, coaching, corrective actions, and performance management.
• Manage Workers' Compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work processes.
• Participate in unemployment compensation hearings and maintain required documentation.
• Support HR during state and federal surveys with requested documentation.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records in regulatory compliance.
• Plan and participate in weekly employee appreciation and engagement activities.
• Partner with managers to support staffing initiatives and workforce planning.
• Perform other HR duties as assigned.

Skills

ATS experience

Payroll processes

HR compliance

Communication

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Human Resources Generalist

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We are always seeking highly-skilled and empathetic professionals and volunteers to join us on our mission to make each day count. We value people who are willing to go the extra mile for our patients & their families.

Now Hiring: Human Resources Generalist (Full-Time)

A well-established Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care Facility near Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have prior healthcare HR experience, preferably in a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care setting, and possess a strong understanding of employment law, employee relations, recruiting, payroll, and regulatory compliance.

Why Join Our Team?

• Supportive leadership team.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities of HR Generalist

• Utilize and maintain the facility's Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure an efficient hiring process.
• Prepare and issue offer letters within 24 hours of candidate selection.
• Assist with payroll review to ensure accuracy prior to processing.
• Ensure compliance with Pennsylvania employment laws and HR best practices.
• Coordinate new hire orientation and employee onboarding.
• Assist with employee relations, coaching, corrective actions, and performance management.
• Manage Workers' Compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work processes.
• Participate in unemployment compensation hearings and maintain supporting documentation.
• Assist the facility during state and federal surveys by providing requested HR documentation and support.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Plan and participate in weekly employee appreciation and engagement activities.
• Partner with department managers to support staffing initiatives and workforce planning.
• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a Skilled Nursing Facility, Long-Term Care, or healthcare setting.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) required.
• Knowledge of payroll processes and payroll auditing.
• Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania employment laws and HR compliance.
• Experience with Workers' Compensation, unemployment hearings, employee relations, and regulatory surveys.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR information systems.

If you are an experienced Human Resources professional who is passionate about supporting healthcare teams and fostering a positive workplace culture, we would love to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer.