Healthcare Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Paid leave

Hybrid work

Development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Healthcare Recruitment Specialist to manage end-to-end recruitment for nurses, doctors, and allied staff across hospitals and clinics. You will build relationships with healthcare providers and candidates, ensuring compliant credentialing and a seamless hiring process.

The role offers hybrid work, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development within healthcare recruitment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in healthcare recruitment.
• Proven success sourcing and placing nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare credentialing processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for healthcare professionals across disciplines.
• Source candidates through healthcare job boards, networks, and direct outreach.
• Screen and interview candidates for qualifications and fit.
• Build and maintain relationships with hospitals, clinics, and medical practices.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and credentialing requirements.
• Negotiate offers and coordinate onboarding and compliance.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client records in the ATS/CRM.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share market insights and best practices.
• Provide excellent candidate experience with sensitivity and professionalism.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Sourcing candidates

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS/CRM systems

Sourcing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Recruitment Specialist to join their team in Soweto . This role focuses on sourcing and placing healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, allied health professionals, and administrative staff, within various healthcare facilities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for healthcare and a strong understanding of the unique requirements within this sector. This position operates on a hybrid model, allowing for a blend of remote work and essential in-office collaboration to foster team cohesion and client engagement. You will manage the recruitment process from end-to-end, building relationships with both healthcare providers and candidates. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care by ensuring healthcare facilities are adequately staffed with skilled professionals. We are looking for a compassionate, organized, and driven individual committed to excellence. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating the complexities of healthcare recruitment and ensuring high-quality placements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for healthcare professionals across various disciplines.
• Source candidates through specialized healthcare job boards, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Screen and interview candidates to assess qualifications, experience, and fit for healthcare roles.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare clients, including hospitals, clinics, and medical practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations and credentialing requirements.
• Negotiate job offers and facilitate the onboarding and compliance processes.
• Stay informed about trends, challenges, and opportunities within the healthcare sector.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client records in the ATS/CRM system.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share market insights and best practices.
• Provide excellent candidate experience, ensuring sensitivity and professionalism.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a specialization in the healthcare sector.
• Proven success in sourcing and placing healthcare professionals (nurses, doctors, etc.).
• Strong understanding of the healthcare industry, its challenges, and recruitment needs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software (ATS/CRM) and sourcing tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote work and office presence.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• A compassionate and ethical approach to recruitment.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is advantageous.
• Knowledge of healthcare credentialing processes is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary up to ZAR.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid contribution.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Hybrid working arrangement offering flexibility.
• Supportive team environment dedicated to making a difference in healthcare.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialization within healthcare recruitment.