Recruiter, Talent Acquisition & Innovation

Location: #Hybrid

Approximate Compensation Range: $68,724 - $97,072.50

RWJBarnabas Health | Talent Acquisition & Innovation CoE

Recruitment experience in IT/Technology, Corporate functions, Nursing or Allied Health required.

The Recruiter will work collaboratively within the Talent Acquisition & Innovation Center of Excellence (CoE) to support the full lifecycle recruitment process across the RWJBarnabas Health system. This role is vital in helping to meet hiring goals by driving recruitment strategies, building trusted relationships, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience from application to offer. Reporting to the Manager of Talent Acquisition & Innovation, the ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills, a “closer” mentality, and a passion for finding top talent in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

As a Recruiter, a typical day might include the following:

• Focusing on high-priority and hard-to-fill positions and tailoring your sourcing approach.
• Partnering with hiring managers to understand needs and guide hiring decisions.
• Building trust-based relationships with candidates and stakeholders across the system.
• Managing the offer process with confidence and professionalism.
• Communicating clearly and promptly to ensure a great experience for everyone involved.
• Using tools, technology, and social media to attract and engage talent.
• Supporting internal employees with transfers and career growth opportunities.
• Keeping systems and reports accurate and up to date.
• Representing RWJBH at career fairs, professional organizations, and networking events.

This role may be for you if:

• You love connecting people with meaningful opportunities and thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• You communicate with ease and build strong relationships at all levels.
• You stay organized and focused, even when juggling multiple priorities.
• You bring confidence to the offer process and follow through with urgency.
• You value collaboration and take pride in creating an engaging and seamless candidate experience.
• You work well independently, but align easily with a broader team vision.
• You lead with integrity and are proud to represent RWJBarnabas Health’s mission and values.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have proven and progressive recruitment experience. Previous experience within healthcare talent sourcing and/or recruiting is strongly preferred. We need someone adept at using a variety of recruiting technologies (ATS, CRM, LinkedIn Recruiter, etc.) to source and engage talent. Previous experience working in recruiting, talent identification or research within a search firm is required. A Bachelors degree or higher is also preferred.

At RWJBarnabas Health, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping to build the teams that drive exceptional care across our system. If you're ready to take the next step in your recruiting career, we’d love to connect.

Other Things to Know:
This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it’s not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we’re looking for someone who’s flexible and ready to grow with us.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our people are at the center of everything we do. Through our Total Wellbeing promise, we offer a wide range of benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, financial, and professional wellbeing. Highlights include:

• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Benefits (like Pet Insurance)
• Discounts with local partners (e.g., NJ Devils, NJPAC, Verizon)
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
• …and more!

Why RWJBarnabas Health:
RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive academic health system, committed to delivering exceptional care and creating healthier communities. We’re proud to offer a workplace that values compassion, equity, and innovation—where every team member plays a vital role. When you join us, you’re not just building a career—you’re helping to shape the future of healthcare, one person and one community at a time