Recruiting Specialist at Xanitos Inc in Altoona, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Xanitos is hiring an onsite Recruiting Specialist at UPMC Altoona in Altoona, PA.

The Recruiting Specialist is responsible for delivering all facets of HR and recruiting support to assigned account(s) within the region while supporting Corporate HR initiatives as needed. This role manages the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires, and requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with hiring managers and other team members. The recruiter will work closely with the operations team, corporate recruiting team, and HR to ensure successful hiring and retention of talent for Xanitos.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.


• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.


• Process job requisitions and oversee requisition cycle management.


• Act as liaison with local employment and advertising agencies.


• Coordinate employment testing, reference checks, background checks, and drug testing according to location requirements.


• Prepare offer letters, launch onboarding, coordinate medical appointments, etc.


• Facilitate onsite recruiting meetings and provide regular reporting to the corporate recruiting team.


• Source candidates through various methods: local outreach, job boards, social media, networking, job fairs, internship programs, and referrals.


• Conduct thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess qualifications and cultural fit, according to company standards.


• Maintain a positive candidate experience by providing timely communication and feedback.


• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations, including state laws,  throughout the recruitment process.


• Facilitate onboarding, including orientation and other location-specific requirements.


• Track and report on key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, candidate quality, sourcing effectiveness).


• Collaborate with HR to monitor employee needs and identify trends related to turnover and retention.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 2-3 years of recruiting experience; healthcare or related industry experience preferred.


• High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.


• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.


• Strong judgment, tact, and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.


• Experience with applicant tracking systems (UKG preferred) and web-based recruitment tools.


• Proficiency in various interview techniques (structured, competency-based, behavioral).


• Detail-oriented and organized, with commitment to accuracy and deadlines.


• Knowledge of compliance requirements for legal hiring practices.


• Proficiency with job boards, social networking sites, and job fairs.


• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and presentation skills.


• High level of integrity, judgment, and listening skills.


• Proven experience as a recruiter, preferably in an onsite role.

Xanitos understands the importance of you, your family’s health and well-being, and your financial future. With that in mind, we take pride in the variety of benefit plans that are available for our employees. Please note, plans vary by location and are subject to eligibility and work hour requirements in accordance with company policy and state laws. Plans may include:

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance


• 401k Retirement Plans


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Employee Wellness Program


• Commuter Benefits


• Shoes for Crews Reimbursement


• Paid Time off including Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Elective Holidays, Bereavement, Parental Bonding, Volunteer Day and Jury Duty.


• Employee Discounts to Theme Parks, Theaters, Sporting Events, Movies and More

Xanitos, Inc. Is a management company that provides hospital housekeeping, patient transport, central laundries services, and patient observation services. It is differentiated by its patented XRO System for cleaning patient rooms, its outstanding operations management team, and by being a private company whose priority is giving top-quality service. The results are evident; at the hospitals it serves, Xanitos has improved the cleaning quality, increased HCAHPS scores, reduced the risk of HAIs, lowered bed turnaround time, and significantly reduced costs.

Education

Required

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent or better

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Human Resource Administration

Behaviors

Required

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity


• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group


• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Required

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help


• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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