Recruiter Healthcare

UNKNOWN; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

Employer paid Life & AD&D insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

401k with company match

Generous PTO

Paid Sick Time

Well-being rewards

EAP

Job summary

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc. (NJRA) is seeking an experienced Healthcare Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruitment for clinical and operational roles across our organization. This onsite role requires five days a week in-person work, with potential hybrid scheduling after 90 days based on performance.

The recruiter will source, screen, and hire qualified candidates to support 24/7 healthcare operations, coordinating with department leaders and HR for onboarding and retention initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of healthcare recruitment experience required, with proven ability to fill roles quickly in high-demand environments.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success recruiting both clinical and operational positions.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize critical openings to maintain staffing coverage.
• Experience recruiting in a 24/7 healthcare setting where speed and responsiveness directly impact operations.
• Experience using ATS/HRIS systems to track candidate pipelines (UKG preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for all company positions, including clinical and operational roles.
• Source candidates through job boards, networking, referrals, and outreach initiatives.
• Conduct phone screens and initial interviews; coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Perform reference checks and credential verification as required.
• Track recruitment metrics and maintain accurate applicant records.
• Support onboarding coordination in partnership with HR and improve retention.
• Represent NJRA at job fairs, clinical schools, and industry events.

Skills

Healthcare recruitment experience

24/7 staffing

Communication skills

Urgency and prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

UKG (HRIS)

Job description

About Us & Position Summary

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc. (NJRA) is a specialized respiratory care organization providing services across multiple facilities in NJ, NY, CT, DE, PA, and MD.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Healthcare Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruitment for clinical and operational roles across the organization. This role is responsible for sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified candidates to support our 24/7 healthcare operations. The ideal candidate understands the urgency of healthcare staffing, can manage multiple openings simultaneously, and is comfortable recruiting for a wide range of positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for all company positions, including:
• Respiratory Therapists (RRT/CRT)
• LPNs and other clinical staff
• Regional and facility leadership roles
• Administrative and operational positions
• Partner with department leaders to understand hiring needs and workforce planning
• Source candidates through job boards, networking, referrals, and outreach initiatives
• Conduct phone screens and initial interviews
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers
• Perform reference checks and credential verification as required
• Track recruitment metrics and maintain accurate applicant records
• Ensure timely hiring to support continuous patient care and operational coverage
• Support onboarding coordination in partnership with HR
• Support initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and retention
• Represent NJRA at job fairs, clinical schools, and industry events

Qualifications

• 3+ years of healthcare recruitment experience required, with a proven ability to fill roles quickly in high-demand environments
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Demonstrated success recruiting both clinical and operational positions
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize critical openings to maintain staffing coverage
• Experience recruiting in a 24/7 healthcare setting where speed and responsiveness directly impact operations
• Ability to manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously without sacrificing quality or compliance
• Solid understanding of healthcare licensure, credentialing, and onboarding timelines
• Highly organized with strong follow-through and communication skills
• Experience using ATS/HRIS systems to track candidate pipelines and accelerate hiring processes (UKG preferred)

Work Location

This is an onsite position requiring in-person work five days a week. There may be flexibility for a hybrid schedule after 90 days of employment and with continued success.

Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription coverage
• Employer paid Life & AD&D insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability plans
• Other voluntary insurance plans like Life, Accident, Cancer, Legal, Identity and Pet
• 401k with a company match
• Generous PTO for Full-Time and Part-Time employees that increases with years of service
• Paid Sick Time for all employees
• Well-being rewards and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

New Jersey Respiratory, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law, including the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination. We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources.