Director Human Resources

About Steward Health Care

Nearly a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.

As the country's largest physician-led, tax paying, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Steward is among the nation's largest and most successful accountable care organizations (ACO), with more than 5,500 providers and 43,000 health care professionals who care for 12.3 million patients a year through a closely integrated network of hospitals, multispecialty medical groups, urgent care centers, skilled nursing facilities and behavioral health centers.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates 39 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Utah.

For more information, visit www.steward.org.

Position Summary

Responsible for overseeing all human resources issues including staffing, staff relations, orientation and development, compensation and benefits. Directs the Human Resources Department and is a resource person for the department. Develops and recommends human resources practices and procedures that assist in the growth of the facility. Ensures compliance with established policies, procedures and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Participates in performance improvement activities.

Responsibilities

Consistently supports and communicates the Mission, Vision, and Values of St. Joseph Medical Center.

Upholds the Standards of Conduct and Corporate Compliance.

Keeps abreast of new developments in the organization development field and incorporates best practices into existing tools. Analyzes business and organizational issues and develops short and long range strategies and helps the organization develop new tools and processes that move the human resources strategy forward.

Keeps current on employment law and applies policy; confers with managers on routine and complex matters; consults with legal counsel and researches employment issues.

Consistently follows facility guidelines and procedures in performance.

Manages and coordinates Human Resource programs and activities pertaining to employment, recruiting, employee relations, compensation, and organizational development. Supervises human resources staff which includes hiring, assigning tasks, problem solving, monitoring activities, evaluating performance and disciplining staff.

Oversees staffing and recruitment and is responsible for the design and implementation of recruiting strategies for identifying sources of qualified applicants.

Responsible for the management, and oversight of the HRIS function to ensure accurate employee information and provide management reporting needed for informed decision-making.

Completes annual education requirements.

Promotes of a culture of patient safety which results in the identification and reduction of unsafe practices.

Monitors the effectiveness of existing compensation policies, guidelines and programs for competitiveness with the market and recommends revisions that are cost effective and consistent with compensation trends and organizational objectives.

Supports, reviews, and understands the JCAHO and DNV's compliance activities and expectations.

Enhances the patient experience by fostering a positive relationship with customers. Contributes to improving HCAHP results.

Promotes stewardship of hospital resources while ensuring quality patient care.

Qualifications

Technical, clerical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills.

Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Minimum of seven years human resources experience in healthcare required.

Two years' experience as a supervisor or manager required.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources Required

PHR or relevant human resources certification

Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.