Universal Health Services
Director, Human Resources
Universal Health Services, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Join Our Exceptional Team at George Washington University Hospital. Since opening its doors in 2002, GWU Hospital has been at the forefront of medical innovation, providing cutting-edge care in a state-of-the-art facility. As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, the hospital is renowned for its Level I Trauma Center and Level III NICU. It offers expertise in cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, and advanced surgical procedures, including robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Operated by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), the hospital is committed to excellence in patient care and organizational growth. Director of Human Resources The Director of Human Resources will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the hospital, clinics, urgent care centers, and other services. This position involves strategic planning, implementation, and monitoring of HR initiatives, providing essential guidance to facility leadership in areas such as coaching, counseling, performance appraisals, and regulatory compliance. You will be instrumental in building a world-class team by recruiting and retaining top talent and fostering an award-winning culture. Key Responsibilities
Provides HR leadership, direction, and technical expertise in HR areas including but not limited to HR strategy, talent acquisition, employee engagement, retention, organizational change, employee relations, regulatory compliance, and compensation. Oversees and participates in the delivery of HR services to align Facility HR with business needs; conducts periodic needs assessments to align HR priorities with Hospital goals and market priorities. Engages with the executive and leadership teams to execute strategic priorities. Coaches and provides feedback to direct reports, encourages continuous learning, and educates leaders and employees on HR processes and legal requirements. Develops talent management and engagement strategies, overseeing internal and external recruitment programs to attract quality applicants and retain employees. Regularly reviews HR metrics to analyze recruitment, hiring, retention, turnover, and related data. Develops and updates HR policies, goals, objectives, and performance improvement plans. Administers the Employee Engagement Survey, drives staff participation, and manages action planning with leaders to meet goals. Reviews corrective actions and provides recommendations on performance management. Investigates compliance line incident reports and follows up as assigned. Partners with labor relations and Corporate Legal on external complaints (e.g., EEOC, State Civil Rights, OSHA, NLRB). Serves as first responder for labor organizing matters. Manages the Wage Administration Program, collaborates with other facilities, and makes recommendations on pay changes and market reviews. Oversees the employee performance evaluation and merit processes to ensure consistency and equity. Collaborates with the Division Director, Human Resources to execute division HR strategy, policy, and processes. Location:
George Washington University Hospital Administrative Offices, DC Why Join Us?
Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment:
Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence. Competitive Compensation & Generous PTO:
Comprehensive benefits package supporting well-being. Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans:
Access top-tier healthcare benefits. 401(K) with Company Match & Discounted Stock Plan:
Robust retirement plans. SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program:
Manage student loans effectively. Educational Assistance & Development Programs:
Opportunities for professional growth. Career Development Opportunities:
Explore diverse career paths within UHS and its subsidiaries. Join us in delivering high-quality patient care and driving growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and eager to be part of an exceptional team, apply for this opportunity. Qualifications
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field from a fully accredited college/university is required. Master’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field from a fully accredited college/university is highly preferred. License / Certification: Professional certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP or CHHR) is highly preferred. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of professional HR experience; at least 5 years in progressively responsible HR leadership roles. Experience in for-profit acute or behavioral health healthcare settings or related healthcare systems is highly desired. HR management experience with multi-site and multi-state locations. Ability to work collaboratively with field and leadership to achieve positive outcomes; must be timely in addressing issues. Strong experience with HR operations, employee relations, staff management and development; experience managing high-volume full-cycle recruitment. Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, EEOC and regulatory agencies, Joint Commission HR requirements, and CMS regulations. Knowledge of labor relations and union avoidance tactics. Proficiency with Human Resources Information Systems. Skills: Knowledge of compensation practices and wage/hour laws; familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Lawson, HR Smart, RAS reporting). Proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and organizational skills. About UHS
Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services, with 99,000 employees and facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunities. They are equal opportunity employers and promote recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. UHS values diversity and inclusion. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams During recruitment, no recruiter will request financial or personal information via email. Use legitimate UHS career sites to verify opportunities and report suspected fraudulent postings to appropriate authorities. Join Our Exceptional Team at George Washington University Hospital Join us to contribute to high-quality patient care and organizational growth. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to join an exceptional team, apply for this exciting opportunity.
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Join Our Exceptional Team at George Washington University Hospital. Since opening its doors in 2002, GWU Hospital has been at the forefront of medical innovation, providing cutting-edge care in a state-of-the-art facility. As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, the hospital is renowned for its Level I Trauma Center and Level III NICU. It offers expertise in cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, and advanced surgical procedures, including robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Operated by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), the hospital is committed to excellence in patient care and organizational growth. Director of Human Resources The Director of Human Resources will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the hospital, clinics, urgent care centers, and other services. This position involves strategic planning, implementation, and monitoring of HR initiatives, providing essential guidance to facility leadership in areas such as coaching, counseling, performance appraisals, and regulatory compliance. You will be instrumental in building a world-class team by recruiting and retaining top talent and fostering an award-winning culture. Key Responsibilities
Provides HR leadership, direction, and technical expertise in HR areas including but not limited to HR strategy, talent acquisition, employee engagement, retention, organizational change, employee relations, regulatory compliance, and compensation. Oversees and participates in the delivery of HR services to align Facility HR with business needs; conducts periodic needs assessments to align HR priorities with Hospital goals and market priorities. Engages with the executive and leadership teams to execute strategic priorities. Coaches and provides feedback to direct reports, encourages continuous learning, and educates leaders and employees on HR processes and legal requirements. Develops talent management and engagement strategies, overseeing internal and external recruitment programs to attract quality applicants and retain employees. Regularly reviews HR metrics to analyze recruitment, hiring, retention, turnover, and related data. Develops and updates HR policies, goals, objectives, and performance improvement plans. Administers the Employee Engagement Survey, drives staff participation, and manages action planning with leaders to meet goals. Reviews corrective actions and provides recommendations on performance management. Investigates compliance line incident reports and follows up as assigned. Partners with labor relations and Corporate Legal on external complaints (e.g., EEOC, State Civil Rights, OSHA, NLRB). Serves as first responder for labor organizing matters. Manages the Wage Administration Program, collaborates with other facilities, and makes recommendations on pay changes and market reviews. Oversees the employee performance evaluation and merit processes to ensure consistency and equity. Collaborates with the Division Director, Human Resources to execute division HR strategy, policy, and processes. Location:
George Washington University Hospital Administrative Offices, DC Why Join Us?
Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment:
Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence. Competitive Compensation & Generous PTO:
Comprehensive benefits package supporting well-being. Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans:
Access top-tier healthcare benefits. 401(K) with Company Match & Discounted Stock Plan:
Robust retirement plans. SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program:
Manage student loans effectively. Educational Assistance & Development Programs:
Opportunities for professional growth. Career Development Opportunities:
Explore diverse career paths within UHS and its subsidiaries. Join us in delivering high-quality patient care and driving growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and eager to be part of an exceptional team, apply for this opportunity. Qualifications
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field from a fully accredited college/university is required. Master’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field from a fully accredited college/university is highly preferred. License / Certification: Professional certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP or CHHR) is highly preferred. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of professional HR experience; at least 5 years in progressively responsible HR leadership roles. Experience in for-profit acute or behavioral health healthcare settings or related healthcare systems is highly desired. HR management experience with multi-site and multi-state locations. Ability to work collaboratively with field and leadership to achieve positive outcomes; must be timely in addressing issues. Strong experience with HR operations, employee relations, staff management and development; experience managing high-volume full-cycle recruitment. Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, EEOC and regulatory agencies, Joint Commission HR requirements, and CMS regulations. Knowledge of labor relations and union avoidance tactics. Proficiency with Human Resources Information Systems. Skills: Knowledge of compensation practices and wage/hour laws; familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Lawson, HR Smart, RAS reporting). Proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and organizational skills. About UHS
Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services, with 99,000 employees and facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunities. They are equal opportunity employers and promote recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. UHS values diversity and inclusion. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams During recruitment, no recruiter will request financial or personal information via email. Use legitimate UHS career sites to verify opportunities and report suspected fraudulent postings to appropriate authorities. Join Our Exceptional Team at George Washington University Hospital Join us to contribute to high-quality patient care and organizational growth. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to join an exceptional team, apply for this exciting opportunity.
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