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Provided full process recruitment including, phone screens, interviews, reference checking, sourcing, negotiating and extending offers for startup companiesSuccessful track record of filling requisitions in a timely mannerProficient in building outstanding relationships with hiring managers to determine staffing needsProactively source active and passive candidates using a variety of tools Experience with web-based applicant tracking systems including PeopleClick, Kenexa, Taleo, SmartRecruiters, Lever, and Workable. Maintained outstanding relationships with all levels of management and C-Level throughout the recruitment processProvide a positive candidate experience throughout the entire process

Endotronix, a growing medtech company, is advancing the treatment of heart failure (HF) with proactive data-driven solutions that improve the quality of life for patients and clinicians. The company’s platform streamlines care for patients with chronic heart failure. It is comprised of an intuitive patient management system and a wireless, implantable sensor to manage HF patients’ pulmonary artery pressure, a leading indicator for early detection of worsening heart failure. The comprehensive solution overcomes inefficiencies in managing these complex patients and extends clinical care into the home.Provided full process recruitment including, phone screens, interviews, reference checking, sourcing, negotiating and extending offers for startup companiesSuccessful track record of filling requisitions in a timely mannerProficient in building outstanding relationships with hiring managers to determine staffing needsProactively source active and passive candidates using a variety of tools

PokitDok is an API platform that powers healthcare interoperability to improve the business of health. Third party developers such as payers, health systems and digital health companies who license the PokitDok platform can easily create new apps to streamline healthcare transactions, creating better experiences and bending the cost curve down. PokitDok's APIs offer real time eligibility/claims, scheduling across multiple EMRs, computing/payment tools, identity management, and current cash and reimbursement-based prices for healthcare treatments.PokitDok is based in San Mateo, CA and Charleston, SC and is backed by Lemhi Ventures, New Atlantic Ventures (NAV.VC), Rogers Venture Partners, and Subtraction Capital.Lead and develop the internal Recruiting processDevelop recruitment strategies, policies and procedures - from sourcing to onboarding top talentManage ATS recruiting system and reporting metricsDevelop recruiting best practices; continuously update process based on new recruiting trendsEffectively support full cycle recruiting including sourcing, interviewing, presenting, conducting background checks, and closing qualified entry-level to executive-level candidatesProvide excellent communication and customer management serviceProvide best in class candidate experience from point of contact to closing

Manage the recruitment strategy for multiple openings, from the initial research and planning phase, to candidate identification, assessment, development and presentation. Responsible for building effective working relationships with other members of the Talent Acquisition and Human Resources teams to support the accomplishment of Talent Acquisition goals.Track record of delivering and being productive in a team environment with a high sense of urgency and commitment.Strong business acumen to be able to comprehend business needs and how those needs fit into the corporate/business structure.Ability to organize and prioritize projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented and rapidly changing business environment.Openness and willingness to get involved and assist wherever needed

Provided full cycle talent acquisition recruitment for Commercial Lines operations throughout the United StatesResponsible for staffing Raters, Underwriting Technicians, Service Specialists, Customer Service Representatives Underwriter Trainees, Premium Auditors, and Marketing ExecutivesDeveloped and implement key sourcing and recruiting strategies to recruit top talent for hard to fill positionsPartnered with hiring managers to identify personnel needs for the present and the futureDirected employment process including sourcing, identifying, pre-screening/qualifying, and interviewing, negotiate salaries, and close candidatesDeveloped and maintain network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates ahead of the recruiting curveUtilized Internet, referral, and networks as top recruiting sources to identify and recruit candidates

Oversaw firm-wide recruitment and retention of attorneys and summer associatesCoordinated interviews and events for all on-campus recruiting effortsStaffed and trained new attorneys and summer associatesMaintained candidate tracking database and compiled statistical information for on-campus recruitingGenerated and managed budget for departmentProvided professional development resource assistance for continuing legal education (CLE)Implemented Firm’s bi-annual attorney retreats