Human Resource Business Partner

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) works under the direction of Human Resources leadership and is responsible for addressing designated department needs with effective HR strategies.  The position partners with members of the HR team to develop and administer HR solutions that support relevant strategic goals and provides HR generalist support to management and staff.  The position serves as a consultant to leaders in maximizing results through the use of sound strategic HR practices. The HRBP will provide reliable direction and counsel on HR related issues and/or services while ensuring consistency and compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Workforce Planning
  • Partners with management and other stakeholders to develop effective staffing and recruitment strategies.
  • Sources candidates through a variety of channels including advertising, internet searches, employee referrals, community networking, academic and professional associations, and job fairs. 
  • Extends and negotiates offers of employment with candidates; notifies candidates who have not been selected.
  • Makes recommendations to the management team for continuous improvement with regard to recruitment, staffing and on-boarding.
  • Conducts exit interviews, analyzes trends and uses data to guide staffing plans.
  • Collects, consolidates and reports on employment metrics (turnover, yield analysis, etc.)
• Performance Management
  • Provides advice and counsel to managers and employees on performance related issues.
  • Helps leaders to provide employees with development opportunities and ensure that they are able to meet current and future performance standards.
  • Assists leaders with the development of performance improvement plans.
• Employee Relations
  • Works with leaders and employees to help facilitate relationships and foster a positive working environment.
  • Provides guidance to leaders and employees regarding company policies and procedures.
  • Provides employee relations consultation and coaching.
  • Stays abreast of policies and procedures interpretation, investigations, fair treatment appeals, and employment claims.
• Business Knowledge
  • Ensures understanding of the operations of the departments supported, including key business functions and processes.
  • Applies understanding of finances and business operations in order to provide relevant and well-reasoned HR consultation to area leaders.
  • Able to speak to other areas of HR requiring support such as employee orientation and onboarding, benefits and leave administration, Lean Six Sigma, and employe engagement.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines and InterMed policies.
• Perform other duties to support the mission, vision and values of InterMed.

MISSION AND VALUES:

• Follows InterMed’s mission to provide patient-centered primary care, putting the patient first to deliver high quality, high value care.
• Provide the highest quality care to our patients with a level of service that exceeds their expectations.
• Maintain a positive attitude and always treat our patients and each other with dignity and respect.
• Insist on honesty and integrity from each other and our business partners.
• Make teamwork a core component of our relationships between physicians, staff, and patients.
• Embrace change to better serve our patients.
• Use business practices that feature individual accountability and group responsibility to ensure delivery of high value healthcare.
• Have fun as we carry out our mission to serve

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree required 
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years experience working in HR, preferably as a Business Partner, Employee Relations Specialist, HR Generalist or OD Specialist
• License/Certifications:
  • SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR preferred.
• Core business understanding with a broad background that can include talent management, succession planning, and understanding of compensation, benefits, recruitment, compliance.
• Results-oriented and demonstrated strategic thinking abilities.
• Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and adapt to competing priorities.
• Team facilitation skills and experience in resolving complex problems impacting people, process and program issues.
• Good listener with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to most effectively address the needs of employees and management.
• Ability to maintain composure and objectively coach employees concerning complex, highly sensitive and/or emotional issues.
• Outstanding influencing and interpersonal skills; proven success building credibility and inspiring confidence at all levels within the organization.
• Strong computer skills in MS Excel, Word, Power Point and ability to learn new computer applications.
• Unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of service to InterMed medical staff, managers and employees.
• Results and people oriented, with sound judgment.
• Excellent consulting skills; proactive problem solver.

EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

InterMed is an equal opportunity workplace and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  

Salary : $33 - $48