Human Resource Coordinator

MAIN FUNCTION: Coordinates and maintains accurate records and files for hospital personnel and provides general clerical assistance to the department. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Coordinates New Hire process - Explains benefits to new employees and ensures proper completion of tax forms and I-9 forms, etc. Takes employee photo; process badge. Requests background checks according to hospital policy. Reviews returns and informs Department Director of any unusual findings. Compiles new hire listing for hospital orientation ensuring that all employees have met the mandatory screening requirements. Provides follow-up to Department Directors as needed. Assists in reference checking on non-exempt positions. Ensures background screening billing is verified and submitted to Finance on a monthly basis. Maintains employee identification system ensuring accuracy in employee identification number and picture. * Coordinates all activities involved in the preparation of departmental correspondence to facilitate on-going communications and efficient departmental operations. * Screens and refers all incoming phone calls and department visitors to insure that accurate and timely departmental communications are facilitated and that the department is presented in a positive manner. * Assists in coordinating the recruiting process. * Responsible for the distribution, monitoring and coordination of the employee performance appraisal program to ensure that employees receive performance appraisals in a timely fashion. * Maintains appropriate departmental records, coordinates mail distribution and establishes departmental filing systems to ensure the expeditious retrieval of information so that department staff can accomplish their responsibilities. * Maintains responsibility for attendance/reliability to ensure that the Hospital is operated in an efficient and cost-effective manner. * Contributes to the mission of the organization by supporting the Employee Philosophy, Planetree Model of Care, and Organizational Goals. EDUCATION: Associates degree in Business preferred, High School Graduate required EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years previous office experience required. Proficient in Microsoft Office.