STEPS Healthcare Recruiter

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Remote; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a STEPS Healthcare Recruiter to support full-cycle recruitment for clinical units. This role involves managing the recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate experience, and utilizing sourcing strategies to attract talent. The position is remote, requiring excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years of recruiting/placement experience in healthcare or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment process using ATS.
• Promote a positive candidate experience.
• Utilize sourcing strategies to attract candidates.

Skills

Healthcare Recruiting

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: STEPS Healthcare Recruiter

Requisition Number: TE08868

Department Name: H4013:Nurse Recruitment

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $34/hour

Type of Position: Temporary

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: [Details not provided]

Required Related Experience: 2 years of recruiting/placement experience in healthcare or equivalent

Required License/Registration/Certification: [Details not provided]

Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods

Shift: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm

Job Summary

UK HealthCare is seeking a STEPS Healthcare Recruiter to assist in identifying talent for our health system that values innovation, respect, compassion, teamwork, and diversity. The recruiter will support full-cycle recruitment for clinical units or operational areas.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage the recruitment process using ATS, including posting requisitions, screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and verifying employment eligibility.
2. Promote a positive candidate experience through communication and follow-up.
3. Utilize sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates and build talent pipelines.
4. Coach hiring managers on screening and selection techniques.
5. Ensure timely feedback and conduct follow-up with candidates.
6. Assist with recruitment reporting activities.

This is a remote position.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• 2+ years of healthcare recruiting experience or equivalent
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight timelines
• Proficiency with HRIS, ATS, and internet sourcing
• Experience recruiting and onboarding nurses
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Preferred Education/Experience

[Details not provided]

Application Deadline

05/23/2025

Our University Community

We value employee well-being and maintain a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. We encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and minorities to apply. Candidates may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including background checks and drug screens.