Claxton Hepburn Medical Center & Medical Campus is hiring: CAH-HR GENERALIST in

Overview

Carthage Area Hospital – Watertown, NY

Position: CAH-HR-HR Generalist - Full Time - Day Shift (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)

Department: Human Resources

Location: Watertown/Carthage

Posted: 09/18/2025 • Req # 8979 • Pay Range: $26.40-$34.31

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist supports a variety of HR functions and serves as a resource to managers and staff on HR-related matters. In a healthcare setting, the HR Generalist ensures compliance with healthcare-specific regulations while fostering a positive employee experience. This role provides operational support in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training, performance management, benefits and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Support full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, interviews, offers, and onboarding coordination when needed at the site level.
• Ensure compliance with credentialing, licensure, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain employee records in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards (e.g., DNV, HIPAA).
• Support benefits administration, annual open enrollment, and employee inquiries in coordination with the Benefits team.
• Support compliance efforts related to labor laws, healthcare accreditation, and organizational policies.
• Assist with the maintenance and keeping the HRIS up to date.
• Maintain the job descriptions and keep them up-to-date as changes occur.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives that support employee engagement, diversity, and workforce development.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required.

Experience

• 2–4 years of generalist-level HR experience, preferably in a healthcare or regulated environment.
• Familiarity with employment laws and healthcare HR compliance standards (e.g., OSHA, DNV).

Skills

• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, state and federal employment laws, and healthcare compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, Lawson, Kronos, etc.).

Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans encouraged to apply.

Job function: Human Resources • Industries: Hospitals and Health Care