Executive Recruiter

Job Description Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Human Resources Recruitment Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 AM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $45.59 - $74.19 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rushu2019s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Executive Recruiter is a strategic talent acquisition professional responsible for identifying, attracting, and recruiting executive-level leadership talent across Rush University System for Health. Reporting to the AVP Talent Strategy and the Sr. Director, Talent Acquisition, this role serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on executive search strategy, candidate assessment, and competitive positioning. In addition to managing the full lifecycle of executive searches, this position owns and continuously enhances the executive onboarding experience to ensure seamless integration and early success of new leaders across the health system. This high-visibility role requires exceptional business acumen, deep understanding of academic healthcare leadership, sophisticated stakeholder management skills, and the ability to represent Rush's mission, values, and culture to top-tier executive candidates nationally. Other information: Required Qualifications Education u2022 Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Human Resources or related field required. Experience u2022 Minimum 5-7 years of progressive business experience. u2022 Experience working directly with senior level executives and leadership teams. u2022 Ability to network with executive healthcare leaders and industry contacts. Preferred Qualifications u2022 Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources Management, or Healthcare Administration. u2022 3-5 years focused on executive-level recruitment. u2022 Professional certification such as Recruiter Academy Certified Recruiter (RACR), Recruiter Academy Certified Sourer (RACS), Certified Healthcare Recruiter (CHR), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent. u2022 Demonstrated success recruiting for Director-level through senior leadership positions in complex organizations. u2022 Healthcare or academic medical center recruitment experience highly desirable. u2022 Proven track record of successfully closing executive searches in competitive talent markets. u2022 Experience designing and managing executive onboarding or leadership integration programs. u2022 Experience with physician executive recruitment and credentialing processes. u2022 Experience recruiting for academic roles including department chairs and center directors. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements u2022 Professional office environment with hybrid work flexibility. u2022 Availability of being onsite for candidate visits, industry meetings, and search committee meetings. u2022 Ability to maintain focus and productivity in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. u2022 Extended periods of computer work and phone/video communications. Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Responsibilities: Search Strategy & Execution u2022 Partners with the AVP Talent Strategy, C-suite executives, and senior leadership to define executive role requirements, candidate profiles, and search strategies for Director-level through Senior Leadership positions across the health system. u2022 Manages the full lifecycle of executive searches from intake through offer acceptance, including role scoping, sourcing strategy development, candidate identification, screening, assessment, presentation, and negotiation support. u2022 Conducts complex, confidential executive searches across clinical, administrative, and academic leadership roles. u2022 Develops and maintains a robust pipeline of passive executive candidates through proactive relationship-building, networking, and market intelligence gathering. u2022 Utilizes advanced sourcing techniques including direct sourcing , professional associations, executive networks, and industry conferences to identify top-tier talent. Candidate Experience & Assessment u2022 Serves as the primary point of contact and relationship manager for executive candidates throughout the recruitment process, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience that reflects Rush's values and culture. u2022 Conducts in-depth behavioral and competency-based interviews to assess executive candidates' leadership capabilities, cultural fit, strategic thinking, and alignment with organizational priorities. u2022 Coordinates and facilitates complex interview schedules involving multiple stakeholders, including C-suite executives, board members, medical staff leadership, and search committees. u2022 Develops comprehensive candidate presentations and assessments for hiring managers and leadership teams, including market comparisons and compensation benchmarking. u2022 Oversees executive candidate travel logistics and provides concierge-level support for site visits and interviews. Market Intelligence & Advisory u2022 Maintains deep knowledge of the academic healthcare executive talent market, including compensation trends, competitor movements, emerging leaders, and industry best practices. u2022 Provides strategic counsel to senior leadership on talent market conditions, competitive positioning, compensation strategies, and recruitment approaches. u2022 Conducts competitive intelligence research on peer institutions and regional healthcare systems to inform recruitment strategies. u2022 Advises on employer branding strategies to position Rush as an employer of choice for executive healthcare talent. Executive Onboarding Program Design & Enhancement u2022 Owns the strategic design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the executive onboarding program across Rush University System for Health. u2022 Develops comprehensive onboarding frameworks that accelerate executive integration, build relationships across the organization, and support early wins during critical transition periods. u2022 Creates customized onboarding plans for each executive based on role level, functional area, leadership scope, and organizational priorities. u2022 Establishes metrics and feedback mechanisms to measure onboarding effectiveness and identify opportunities for program enhancement. u2022 Benchmarks executive onboarding best practices from leading healthcare organizations and adapts innovations to Rush's culture and needs. Onboarding Execution & Coordination u2022 Serves as the primary onboarding contact for all executive-level hires, ensuring seamless execution from offer acceptance through the first 90-180 days u2022 Partners with department leaders to develop detailed onboarding schedules that include orientation sessions, stakeholder introductions, system tours, cultural immersion activities, and strategic briefings. u2022 Introduces cross-functional onboarding components including IT setup, credentialing (for clinical executives), compliance training, benefits enrollment, and administrative logistics. u2022 Ensures executive integration meetings with key stakeholders including board members, medical staff leadership, administrative leaders, and community partners, as appropriate. u2022 Provides regular check-ins with new executives and their managers to address questions, remove barriers, and ensure successful transitions. Stakeholder Collaboration u2022 Partners with Human Resources, Learning & Development, Compliance, IT, Credentialing, and departmental leaders to deliver integrated onboarding experiences. u2022 Collaborates with the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to ensure culturally responsive onboarding that supports diverse executive talent. u2022 Works closely with departmental administrative teams to coordinate role-specific onboarding elements and local integration activities. u2022 Engages Executive Leadership in new executive welcome activities, mentor assignments, and relationship-building opportunities. Relationship Management & Stakeholder Engagement u2022 Builds and maintains trusted advisor relationships with executives, hospital presidents, senior vice presidents, and department chairs across the health system u2022 Serves as a strategic partner to the AVP Talent Strategy on executive talent acquisition strategy, diversity initiatives, and recruitment operations. u2022 Collaborates with external executive search firms when engaged for specialized searches, managing vendor relationships and ensuring alignment with Rush standards. u2022 Represents Rush at healthcare leadership conferences, diversity recruitment events, and professional associations to build the organization's talent brand. u2022 Partners with Marketing and Communications on employer branding initiatives targeting executive audiences. Compliance & Best Practices u2022 Ensures all executive recruitment activities comply with employment laws, Equal Employment Opportunity regulations, and Rush policies. u2022 Maintains confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of executive searches and sensitive personnel matters. u2022 Documents recruitment activities thoroughly in the applicant tracking system and maintains accurate records for audit and reporting purposes. u2022 Stays current on healthcare industry trends, regulatory changes, and talent acquisition innovations through professional development and continuing education. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Position Executive Recruiter Location US:IL:Chicago Req ID 23534

Created: 2026-01-16