Senior Healthcare Recruiter

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks an experienced Senior Healthcare Recruiter to lead its healthcare division, attracting doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals for facilities across the region. You will manage end-to-end recruitment, build relationships with hospital admins, stay abreast of regulatory changes, and help shape staffing strategies that improve patient care in the Western Cape.

The role requires strong sourcing, screening, and negotiation skills, plus a deep understanding

Qualifications

• 5+ years in healthcare recruitment, preferably in an agency environment.
• Track record placing doctors, specialist nurses, therapists, and hospital managers.
• Strong understanding of SA healthcare landscape, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for diverse healthcare roles.
• Source candidates through networks, medical associations, job boards, and direct outreach.
• Screen and interview candidates, assessing clinical skills and soft skills.
• Build and maintain relationships with hospital admins, clinic managers, and stakeholders.
• Stay informed on healthcare regulations and licensing requirements.
• Develop and manage a robust pipeline to meet current and future staffing needs.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate onboarding for successful candidates.
• Provide market intelligence and recruitment advice to healthcare clients.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare and employment legislation.

Skills

End-to-end recruitment

Healthcare recruitment

Sourcing & pipeline development

Interviewing skills

Negotiation

ATS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Health Admin/Nursing

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy based in the scenic coastal town of Mossel Bay, Western Cape , is seeking an experienced Senior Healthcare Recruiter to lead their specialized healthcare division. This pivotal role focuses on attracting and securing top medical talent, including doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and healthcare administrators, for a range of healthcare facilities across the region. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the healthcare industry, its unique recruitment challenges, and the critical importance of finding qualified and compassionate professionals. You will be instrumental in managing end-to-end recruitment processes, building strong relationships with healthcare providers and medical professionals, and staying abreast of regulatory changes and industry trends. This position demands exceptional communication skills, a meticulous attention to detail, and a genuine passion for contributing to the well-being of the community through effective healthcare staffing. The role offers the opportunity to significantly impact the quality of healthcare services in the Western Cape and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a variety of healthcare roles, from entry-level positions to specialized medical practitioners and senior management.
• Source and attract qualified healthcare professionals through diverse channels, including professional networks, medical associations, specialized job boards, and direct outreach.
• Conduct thorough screening and interviewing of candidates, assessing their clinical skills, experience, qualifications, and suitability for specific healthcare settings.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with hospital administrators, clinic managers, and other healthcare stakeholders.
• Understand the unique requirements and challenges of different healthcare facilities and departments.
• Stay informed about current healthcare regulations, licensing requirements, and industry best practices.
• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of healthcare talent to meet immediate and future staffing needs.
• Negotiate employment offers and facilitate the onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Provide market intelligence and recruitment advice to healthcare clients.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare and employment legislation.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare recruitment, preferably within a recruitment agency environment.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates for critical roles such as doctors, specialist nurses, therapists, and hospital managers.
• A thorough understanding of the South African healthcare landscape, including various healthcare sectors (public and private) and key players.
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills, with the ability to evaluate clinical competencies and soft skills.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare licensing, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with healthcare professionals and client organizations.
• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Nursing, Health Administration, or a related field is advantageous.
• Resilience and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and often sensitive recruitment environment in Mossel Bay, Western Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a highly specialized and impactful recruitment niche.
• Collaborate with leading healthcare providers in the beautiful Mossel Bay, Western Cape region.
• Professional development and continuous learning in healthcare recruitment trends.
• Supportive and collaborative work culture.
• The satisfaction of contributing to better healthcare outcomes.
• Potential for career growth within a reputable consultancy.
• Engaging with professionals dedicated to patient care and well-being.