Talent Acquisition Specialist

About Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics

Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics (CPO) is among the largest orthotic and prosthetic service providers in the U.S. with a wide network of clinics across Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, and Missouri.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist / Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet the staffing needs of the organization. This position focuses on building and maintaining a sustainable talent pipeline for both clinical roles (including Certified Prosthetists/Orthotists, Certified Prosthetists, Certified Orthotists, Technicians, and Residents) and non-clinical roles (including administrative, patient care coordination, and support staff).

The incumbent will partner closely with Human Resources, Operations, and Clinical Leadership to ensure the organization attracts and retains qualified professionals who align with the company's mission, values, and standards of care in the field of Orthotics and Prosthetics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that supports organizational growth and workforce planning objectives.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for clinical and non-clinical positions, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer process.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of candidates for critical clinical roles across all practice locations.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, define job requirements, and establish appropriate recruitment timelines.
• Source candidates through diverse channels such as professional networks, educational programs, job boards, associations (e.g., AAOP, NCOPE), and social media platforms.
• Establish and maintain relationships with colleges, universities, and O&P education programs to support internship, residency, and entry-level recruitment.
• Develop and manage employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts to enhance visibility in the Orthotics and Prosthetics industry.
• Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) data integrity and generate regular recruitment metrics and reports.
• Ensure recruitment and selection practices comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies.
• Participate in job fairs, professional events, and conferences as a representative of the organization.
• Collaborate with HR and hiring teams to ensure an efficient, positive candidate experience from application to onboarding.
• Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes, tools, and resources.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position may supervise recruiting support staff or external recruitment partners, depending on organizational needs and structure.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional recruitment experience required; healthcare or allied health recruiting is strongly preferred.
• Experience recruiting for Orthotics & Prosthetics or other technical clinical roles (e.g., rehabilitation, physical therapy, DME) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools.
• Knowledge of employment laws and hiring best practices across multiple states (Illinois, Iowa, Indiana) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of clinical and technical recruitment in the healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities; capable of managing multiple searches simultaneously.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret recruitment data and metrics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems.
• Ability to travel regionally to clinic sites and recruitment events as needed.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with standard office equipment.
• Occasional travel to clinics, career fairs, and professional events required.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and communicate effectively in person and virtually.

Travel:Up to 20% to regional clinic locations across Illinois, Iowa, and Northwest Indiana

Employment Classification

• Exempt, Full-Time

The pay range for this role is:

80, ,000 USD per year(Brookfield )