Recruitment and Retention Specialist (Physician) - Temporary Full-Time

Job summary

Develop, administer, and coordinate recruitment and retention activities for physician specialists. Collaborate with partner organizations and represent the organization at career fairs and healthcare events to build the physician talent pipeline.

Job details

Position: Recruitment & Retention Specialist (Physician) Competition #: 2026-331 (existing) Status: Temporary Full-Time (12 months with possible extension) Department: Medical Affairs Union Association: Non-Union Salary: $42.93-$51.72/Hour Position Summary Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Affairs & Chief of Staff, the Recruitment & Retention Specialist is responsible for the development, administration and coordination of the recruitment and retention activities for Physician Specialists. The Recruitment & Retention Specialist will work in collaboration with partnering organizations, participating in career fairs and health care events to proactively build our talent pipeline. Requirements Education and Experience: Post-secondary diploma or degree with specialty in Business Administration, Human Resources, Healthcare or related field is required. Three to five years of recent related experience preferably in a health care setting. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs and computer systems. Skills And Abilities Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to be able to present ideas/positions one-to-one, in informal meetings, presentations/training sessions, with internal and external Hospital clients and stakeholders. Demonstrated relationship building skills. Demonstrated ability to prioritize work effectively, manage multiple priorities and meet and/or negotiate deadlines and deliverables in a busy environment with multiple competing demands from a variety of clients and stakeholders. Strong research and marketing skills. Knowledge and understanding of physician sources and current trends. Working knowledge of physician practice across full spectrum of specialties. Knowledge and understanding of international physician recruitment and immigration processes. Knowledge and understanding of licensing requirements with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). Understanding of Ministry of Health polices and legislation, including physician billing, and its impact locally. Knowledge and understanding of community health partners, tertiary care centres and their services and how they interface within the health care system. Demonstrated skills in behavioural interviewing to be able to accurately predict the success of a candidate for the vacancy and guide the selection process. Analytical skills to be able to effectively problem solve. Proven ability to work in a team environment combined with excellent customer service skills, with the strong ability to show initiative and work independently. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends. Available for occasional short-term travel for recruitment events and conferences.

What you’ll do

Develop, administer, and coordinate recruitment and retention activities for physician specialists. Collaborate with partner organizations and represent the organization at career fairs and healthcare events to build the physician talent pipeline.

Requirements

A post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Healthcare, or a related field is required, along with three to five years of recent related experience, preferably in healthcare. Candidates should have advanced Microsoft Office and computer systems knowledge, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and knowledge of physician recruitment, licensing, immigration, and healthcare systems.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Physician Recruitment
• Employee Retention
• Relationship Building
• Interpersonal Communication
• Written Communication
• Prioritization
• Research
• Marketing
• Behavioral Interviewing
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Microsoft Office
• Physician Licensing
• International Recruitment
• Immigration Processes
• Healthcare System Knowledge

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Healthcare
• Marketing