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Physician Recruiter

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/23/2026
The Physician Recruiter successfully recruits physicians and clinical faculty for the VCU Health System and specifically for MCV Physicians, Community Memorial Hospital, Tappahannock Hospital, and future ventures. This includes, but is not limited to, sourcing; screening; coordinating interviews; and providing recruitment assistance to department chairs and administrators, VCU and VCUHS leadership in conjunction with the strategic goals and objectives of the Health System and of the School of Medicine.

Essential Job Statements


Assists in the Development of an Annual Physician Recruitment Plan

In close collaboration with the Director of Provider Recruitment, Clinical Department Administration, VCUHS Senior Leadership and School of Medicine Administration, participates in the development of an annual plan. Assists in the physician recruitment planning process to develop and maintain an ongoing physician recruitment plan. Helps to develop criteria and implement processes for selection, recruitment and onboarding of physicians. Assists the Director in developing methodology for measuring retention rate, turnover and priority vacancies.


Manages the Recruitment Process & Sources Candidates

Responsible for managing the logistics of faculty recruitment and assists in the identification of potential candidates. Acts as a strategic partner to assigned departments and specialties to build sourcing strategies and ensure candidate flow to open roles. Building and maintaining exemplary working partnerships with assigned clinical departments to support the goal of Provider Recruitment is integral to this role. Screens and responds to candidate inquiries, contacts candidates and discusses opportunities, and presents qualified candidates to the Department Chair or designee.


Partners with the Director, Department Chair or Administrator to develop innovative, effective and measurable recruitment strategies to source appropriate candidates within specific clinical disciplines. Assists the Director of Provider Recruitment with the ongoing development of an effective sourcing strategy, including placing ads in appropriate journals and online, querying recruitment databases, attending recruitment fairs, developing relationships with training programs and utilizing social media. Develops a database of potential candidates for each clinical service. Responds to candidates in a timely manner to ensure the entire recruitment process is managed within a dynamic timeframe. Builds rapport with potential candidates, their spouses and family, and coaches them through the recruitment process so they may present their best qualities to VCU and VCUHS.


Screens all resumes and ensures that all application material and appointment documents are in order. Presents qualified candidates to department leaders in professional manner. Conduct reference checks as appropriate. Meets routinely with departments to keep channels of communication open on physician recruitment efforts. Due to the nature of some positions, Leadership may elect to retain external recruitment firms with expertise in a specific clinical field. The Physician Recruiter will work with Director of Provider Recruitment, identify potential firms and coordinate search efforts with them.


Coordinates Interviews/Visits & Facilitates Final Candidate Selection

Partners with clinical departments to provide guidance on candidate interviews and visits to include: As needed, supports arranging travel and visit itineraries while demonstrating fiscal responsibility and accountability in the use of VCU and MCVP resources. Acts as a subject matter experience on candidate experience. As needed, escorts candidates through campus and Richmond communities during their visits to include all VCUH locations. As needed, coordinates visitor arrangements, activities and itineraries for family members. Provides timely follow up with candidate after the visit

Works with the offices of the Dean and the Physician Compensation in partnership with the clinical department to coordinate issuance of offer letters and appointment contracts from the School of Medicine and MCVP.


Data Tracking and Reporting

Maintains and submits accurate reporting to Director of Provider Recruitment and academic department(s) leadership on an ongoing basis to outline candidate flow and sourcing strategies. Utilizes applicant tracking systems to support building and maintaining pipeline of candidates. Maintains current knowledge regarding national and local trends for physician recruitment for their assigned departments and specialties.


Regulatory Compliance

Abides by all organizational policies, procedures and safety initiatives. Comply with all regulatory standards, laws and practices.


Patient Population


Not applicable to this position.


Employment Qualifications


Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Health Care Administration, Business Administration or closely related field from an accredited program, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.


Combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.


Education Preferred: N/A


Licensure Required: N/A

Licensure Preferred: N/A


Certification Required:


Certification Preferred:

CPRP (CPRP with the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment - AAPPR).


Minimum Qualifications


Years and Type of Required Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years of professional recruitment, talent acquisition, or executive search experience in the healthcare industry


Years and Type of Preferred Experience

Previous experience in physician recruitment and/or an academic healthcare setting.


Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Computer literacy required with office applications including MS-Excel, MS-Word, MS-PowerPoint, MS-Teams, as well as other Internet applications that relate to recruitment.


Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:


Working Conditions


General office environment.

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

Prolonged periods of working alone.


Physical Requirements


Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)

Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards


Physical Requirements:

Hazards:


Mental/Sensory -Emotional


Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

Emotional: Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change


Compensation Range

$68,660.80 - $106,433.60

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.


Days

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran


VCU Health System Authority (VCU Health) complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, political affiliation, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, residence, financial status, or any other manner prohibited by law.

 

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