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Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Onboarding Specialist to join our Human Resources Department at a mission-driven healthcare nonprofit. This role plays a vital part in ensuring a smooth and compliant onboarding experience for new hires who provide care and support to our community. The ideal candidate has prior healthcare onboarding experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of compliance requirements such as background checks, health screenings, and credential verification. Key Responsibilities + Serve as the main point of contact for new hires throughout the onboarding process. + Guide employees through pre-employment requirements including background checks, health screens, immunizations, and compliance documentation. + Coordinate with department managers, HR staff, and Occupational Health to ensure all new hires meet regulatory and organizational standards. + Maintain accurate employee onboarding files, ensuring completion and compliance with state, federal, and organizational requirements. + Schedule and facilitate new hire orientations and assist with first-day logistics. + Update and track onboarding progress in the HRIS system; escalate any delays or issues to management as needed. + Communicate clearly and compassionately with candidates to provide updates, clarify requirements, and support a positive experience. + Collaborate with the broader HR team on process improvements and special projects related to recruitment, retention, and employee engagement. Requirements + 2+ years of experience in an HR, onboarding, or talent acquisition role, preferably in a healthcare setting. + Working knowledge of healthcare hiring and onboarding requirements, including background checks, health screens, and credential verification. + Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and deadlines. + Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a professional and approachable demeanor. + Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG, ADP, Paylocity, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite. + High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field preferred. TalentMatch® ­Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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