Lead - Human Resources - Hospital

Lead - Human Resources

Description:

The Head of Human Resources is responsible for leading and managing all HR functions within the hospital, ensuring alignment with healthcare regulations, labor laws, and the hospitals strategic objectives. This role plays a critical part in workforce planning, talent development, employee relations, compliance, and fostering a positive, patient-centered culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership

- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the hospitals mission, values, and operational goals

- Advise senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and change management

- Lead HR policy development in compliance with healthcare and labor regulations

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

- Oversee recruitment and retention of clinical and non-clinical staff

- Ensure staffing levels meet patient care, accreditation, and regulatory requirements

- Implement succession planning for key clinical and administrative roles

Employee Relations & Performance Management

- Promote a positive work environment and address employee relations issues effectively

- Oversee performance management systems and staff appraisal processes

- Manage grievance, disciplinary, and conflict resolution procedures

Learning & Development

- Identify training needs and oversee continuous professional development programs

- Support clinical competency, leadership development, and mandatory healthcare training

- Promote staff engagement, wellbeing, and diversity & inclusion initiatives

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Oversight

- Develop competitive compensation and benefits structures

- Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with employment laws

- Conduct salary benchmarking and workforce cost analysis

Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure compliance with labor laws, healthcare regulations, and accreditation standards

- Oversee HR audits, policies, and documentation

- Manage occupational health, safety, and employee wellbeing programs

HR Operations & Systems

- Lead HR team operations and performance

- Implement and manage HR information systems (HRIS)

- Prepare HR metrics and reports for executive leadership

Education:

- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or related field

- Masters degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) preferred

Experience:

- 8 to 12 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in healthcare or hospital settings

- Minimum 3 to 5 years in a senior HR leadership role

- Strong understanding of healthcare labor laws, staffing models, and accreditation requirements